Physician, Pediatric Neurologist

We Are Hiring Ascension Sacred Heart is looking for a full-time Pediatric Neurologist to join our elite team! Why Join Our Team About Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola Studer Family Children’s Hospital As part of Ascension – the largest non-profit health system in the U.S. and the world’s largest Catholic health system – Sacred Heart Hospital Pensacola in a 566-bed facility that offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits package. Sacred Heart was founded by the Daughters of Charity in 1915. While our technology has improved dramatically, and the buildings have grown and expanded, our commitment to the mission remains steadfast: to provide excellent health care to all people, with special attention to the poor and vulnerable. The Studer Family Children’s Hospital at Ascension Sacred Heart is Northwest Florida’s only hospital solely dedicated to the care of sick and injured babies and children. The Children’s Hospital provides quality, compassionate care to children, regardless of their patients’ ability to pay. We offer a wide range of services to meet all the child’s medical needs, from the area’s only Level III neonatal ICU to PIC, cancer care, rehabilitation and a medical staff of more than 120 board-certified physicians, caring for children across 30 pediatric specialties. Our campus includes: Onsite Ronald McDonald House and in-house Ronald McDonald Family Room, a regional pediatric dialysis center, pediatric sedation for imaging studies (only hospital in the area). About Pensacola Home to pristine white beaches and the iconic emerald waters of the Gulf Coast (consistently voted one of the top beaches in the country) Pensacola boasts a rich history including: pre-Civil War forts, archaeological sites, the title of America’s first settlement, and is home to the US Navy’s flight demonstration squadron - The Blue Angels. Cost of living below the national average The perfect combination of a relaxed beach town and bustling metropolitan center, Pensacola’s temperate and climate offer a friendly community and an unparalleled quality of life. Pensacola prides itself on its diverse and emerging cultures. Annual festivals, events, and performances display the region’s greatest musicians, food, artists, shows, and vendors that captivate the heart and history of the area. About Ascension Medical Group When you join Ascension Medical Group (AMG), you are entering a community where physician and advanced practice provider engagement and experience is recognized as a key driver of delivering excellent patient care. With 1,900 sites of care and 7,000 providers strong, AMG is one of the largest healthcare provider networks in the United States. Physicians and advanced practice providers benefit from a collaborative approach to care, significant professional opportunities, career advancement, training and competitive wages. What You Will Do Ascension Sacred Heart is looking for a Board Certified/Board Eligible Pediatric Neurologist to join our Pediatric Neurology Department at The Studer Family Children's Hospital. This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to partner with Ascension Sacred Heart to provide medical services to patients. Position Highlights: The Children's Hospital offers a wide range of services including PICU, the area's only Level III NICU, Cancer Care, and Rehabilitation Join more than 120 board-certified providers across 30 pediatric specialties Pristine beaches, warm Gulf of Mexico waters, nature preserves Rapidly growing community No state income tax Responsibilities: Evaluates and treats patients with appropriate medical diagnostic and treatment skills. Recommends, participates in, and works to ensure the success of efforts to improve cost effectiveness and quality of care provided to patients. Accepts patient referrals from other physicians. Acts as admitting, attending and/or consulting physician for patients who require hospitalization for primary medical diagnoses, depending on needs of patients, medical staff and hospital. Participates in academic programs (e.g. medical education and research) as requested. Provides appropriate documentation that meets insurance company requirements; appeal all denials in a timely manner. Participates in inpatient and outpatient consultation for specialty, which may include on call schedules. Job Requirements Licensure/Certification/Registration: Required Credential(s): • Licensed Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Florida Board of Medicine obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Board eligibility/certification in medical specialty required. Preferred Credential(s): • Advanced Life Support credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA). Education: • Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required. Visa Eligibility None Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information regarding your EEO rights, view the EEO is the Law poster. Pay Non-Discrimination Notice Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. 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