Location Address:

1100 Central Avenue SE
Albuquerque, NM 87106-4930


Type of Opportunity: Full time
FTE: 1.00


Summary:

Provides comprehensive care services for pediatric neurology patients. The Pediatric Neurologist leads the care team in providing efficient and compassionate care.

Job Description:

How We Work Matters Here

At Presbyterian, it's not just what we do that matters. It's how we do it. How we do things here makes all the difference.

Presbyterian Medical Group seeks a Board Eligible / Board Certified Pediatric Neurologist to join our established practice in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Our team of two Child Neurologists is seeking a physician to join our thriving pediatric multispecialty clinic.  We welcome an experienced BC practitioner or a new BC/BE graduate.

 

We're all about well-being, starting with yours. We offer a nationally competitive salary with relocation allowance available, CME allowance and fully paid malpractice insurance.

 

Practice Highlights: 

• Dynamic group interested in expanding evidence-based child neurology services to best meet the needs of the children in the state 
• Opportunities for general child neurologists and those with additional fellowship training
• Excellent work-life balance - No overnight call, required weekend days no more than 1/3, no direct parent calls, pediatric neurology is a consult service

• Culturally and socioeconomically diverse patient population
• Flexible inpatient/outpatient split
• Dedicated, experienced child neurology nursing staff that works well as a team, helps to manage inbox and symptoms calls 
• EEG technicians shared with adult neurology service and experienced at working with children
• Child life specialists available to help with procedures
• Hospital growth includes new physician lounge and gym on site. 

 

Dedicated to family-centered Care, the Children’s Center at Presbyterian encompasses both inpatient and outpatient services for specialty pediatric care.  Our dedicated pediatric intensive care, pediatric inpatient unit, NICU and multispecialty clinic are all co-located at our flagship campus in Albuquerque, New Mexico. 

Responsibilities:
* Oversees and is accountable for the overall quality of care and clinical outcomes of pediatric neurology patients. This care will be delivered by interdisciplinary team members to assure high quality patient care and outcomes.
* Manages the physician/patient relationship, working to assure patient and family satisfaction with care.
* Participate in system-wide health management initiatives.
* Provide input into the practice sites financial, clinical, and service quality performance; budget; capital plan; and personnel issues.
* Assist in the development and implementation of clinical and service standards.
* Receive and resolve patient complaints.
* Participate in the recruitment and replacement of other providers.
* Consults with and advises other providers regarding optimal and cost-effective treatment of pediatric hematology oncology patients.
* Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, literature review, in-services, and workshops.
* Works to assure patient satisfaction with care.
* Participates in team and multispecialty group meetings.
* Provides input into the practice site's financial, clinical, and service quality performance; budget; capital plan; and personnel issues.
* Oversees and is accountable for the overall quality of care and clinical outcomes within the assigned facilities.
* Maintain coding and encounter data standards for completeness, accuracy, timeliness and reimbursement level, including legible documentation.
* Assists in leading the Advanced Practice Clinicians in delivering appropriate patient education/care
* Performs other functions as required.

Additional Job Description:

MD/DO
BC/BE Pediatric Neurology
NM Medical License

We offer more than the standard benefits!

Presbyterian employees gain access to a robust wellness program, including free access to our on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, wellness challenges and more! In addition, we offer all employees a robust, day one effective benefits plan consisting of medical, dental, vision and more. Exceptional retirement plans - 403b retirement savings program with both matching programs and employer contributions.

Learn more about our employee benefits

Presbyterian is not just a great place to practice medicine, it's where you'll find a different way to make a difference. Our commitment to safe, high-quality care is at the heart of everything we do. Here's a glimpse of what sets us apart:

• Technology and digital platforms allow our clinicians to focus on meaningful work and reduce friction in your practice.

• Innovative care models improve access and free providers to focus on our patients. Clinicians spend more time connecting patients with affordable, innovative solutions that keep them healthy.

• All employees have a Strongline silent alarm badge to help you be - and feel -- safer at work.

• The RESET program is a multi-day immersive retreat designed for clinicians, fostering personal and professional growth. Through interactive sessions, self-reflection, and peer support, participants gain insights, tools, and practices to enhance well-being, resilience, and intentional living.

About Presbyterian Healthcare Services:

Presbyterian Healthcare Services exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with over 14,000 employees - including 1,200 providers and 4,000 nurses.

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