Academic Pediatrician – Neurodevelopmental Follow-Up

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Job Description

• Academic Pediatrician – Neurodevelopmental Follow-Up
• Developmental Progress Clinic (DPC)
• Division of Neonatology | Department of Pediatrics
• Emory University School of Medicine / Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
• Position: 1.0 FTE, Clinical Faculty
• Academic Rank: Assistant Professor

Position Overview

The Division of Neonatology seeks a dedicated, collaborative pediatric physician to join the Developmental Progress Clinic (DPC) at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta in a full-time (1.0 FTE) clinical faculty position at the Assistant Professor level.

The DPC provides comprehensive developmental surveillance, assessment, and longitudinal follow-up for infants and young children at increased risk for neurodevelopmental disabilities, particularly those born prematurely, requiring NICU care, or experiencing significant neonatal medical or neurological complications.

The interdisciplinary team includes academic pediatricians, neonatologists, pediatric nurse practitioners, physical and occupational therapists, psychometrists, and social workers, collaborating closely with Neurology, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Gastroenterology, and other subspecialties as needed.

We welcome applicants from general academic pediatrics, developmental-behavioral pediatrics, pediatric neurology, or general pediatrics, with a strong commitment to developing expertise in neurodevelopmental follow-up. This position suits a physician who values relationship-centered, interdisciplinary, and culturally responsive care for medically complex children and families, including those from all underserved and marginalized communities.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Devote 1.0 FTE to clinical service within the Division of Neonatology, primarily in the DPC at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Center for Advanced Pediatrics and Hughes Spalding.
• Perform comprehensive developmental and neurological assessments, longitudinal surveillance, anticipatory guidance, diagnostic evaluation, and individualized management for infants and young children at increased risk for neurodevelopmental disabilities.
• Identify early signs of cerebral palsy, developmental delay, autism spectrum disorder, and other neurodevelopmental conditions, facilitating timely intervention and subspecialty referral.
• Coordinate care with families, primary care providers, early intervention programs, therapists, and pediatric subspecialists, communicating complex developmental and medical information with clarity and sensitivity.
• Participate in scheduled weekend and holiday newborn nursery shifts as part of the overall 1.0 FTE appointment, with frequency and distribution established in collaboration with Division leadership.
• Maintain high standards of clinical documentation, continuity of care, patient safety, and quality improvement.

Patient Population and Professional Qualities

The DPC serves a diverse population, including families facing significant medical, socioeconomic, and psychosocial challenges.

Given this complexity, we seek a physician who brings genuine empathy and compassion for children and caregivers; a demonstrated commitment to underserved populations facing barriers related to access, socioeconomic circumstances, and health literacy; and trauma-informed, relationship-centered practices that build trust and engage families in shared decision-making across diverse backgrounds.

Equally important are self-awareness and receptiveness to feedback, intellectual curiosity, and a collaborative, accountable approach to working with physicians, advanced practice providers, therapists, social workers and clinic leadership.

Teaching and Academic Responsibilities

• Participate in the clinical teaching of pediatric residents, neonatal-perinatal medicine fellows, medical students, and advanced practice providers, and contribute to Division and Department educational and academic activities (e. g., Grand Rounds).
• Opportunities for clinical research, quality improvement, and educational scholarship will be encouraged and supported.

Clinical Leadership and Accountability

• Work closely with the DPC Medical Director and Division of Neonatology leadership to maintain consistent clinical standards, effective workflows, and high-quality patient care.
• Participate actively in clinic onboarding, ongoing clinical feedback, and quality improvement activities, with openness to coaching and mentorship from clinical and faculty leadership.
• Engage in faculty development and mentorship opportunities consistent with academic appointment expectations.

QUALIFICIATIONS

Minimum Qualifications

• MD or equivalent degree; completion of an accredited pediatric residency program (including the pediatric residency component of a pediatric neurology training pathway, if applicable); board certification in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics.
• Eligibility for appointment at the Assistant Professor level at Emory University School of Medicine, and for an unrestricted Georgia medical license, DEA registration, and appropriate clinical privileges.
• Demonstrated interest in neurodevelopmental pediatrics and the care of medically complex infants and young children, and willingness to provide scheduled weekend and holiday newborn nursery coverage.

Preferred Qualifications

• Training or experience in general academic pediatrics, developmental-behavioral pediatrics or pediatric neurology (e. g., neonatal neurology, early childhood neurodevelopment), or a completed pediatric chief residency year with strong interest in this field.
• Prior experience with high-risk neonatal populations (including NICU graduates), developmental surveillance, standardized assessments, and early identification of cerebral palsy or other neurodevelopmental disabilities; familiarity with the General Movements Assessment (GMA) and Hammersmith Infant Neurological Examination (HINE), or willingness to train in these.
• Experience or training in trauma-informed, culturally responsive care for underserved populations, and effective work within interdisciplinary teams; demonstrated commitment to teaching and quality improvement.

Additional Information

Clinical Schedule and Work Environment

The DPC currently operates Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, with a half-day clinic on Wednesday; typical clinic hours are approximately 7:30 a. m. to 5:30 p. m. The position combines scheduled DPC clinical sessions with designated weekend and holiday newborn nursery shifts, totaling 1.0 FTE overall.

Specific assignments will be determined by Division of Neonatology and DPC leadership. No overnight call responsibilities are currently anticipated, subject to confirmation of the final coverage arrangement.

Our Commitment

We seek a physician who views neurodevelopmental follow-up not simply as a clinical assignment, but as an opportunity to make a meaningful, sustained difference in the lives of vulnerable children and their families, someone who combines clinical excellence with compassion, humility, curiosity, and accountability, and who will contribute positively to the patients, families, and interdisciplinary team of the Developmental Progress Clinic.

Experience

No minimum Experience Required.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in respective clinical area.

Education

• Graduate of an accredited, four-year medical school.
• Graduate of an accredited, post-graduate residency program in Pediatrics.
• Certification Summary

Board Certified/ Board Eligible in Pediatrics

• Licensed to practice medicine in the state of Georgia.
• BLS or PALS certification required.
• Current DEA registration.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients and families and as a team member.

Meets eligibility requirements for credentialing as part of the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Professional Staff.

Demonstrates the following skills in accomplishing job duties and responsibilities: personal organization and time management, human relations and teamwork, personal adaptability, personal motivation, and listening.

Job Responsibilities

• Provides patient care within the respective clinical area which complies with the Professional Staff Bylaws, rules and regulations and Children’s policies and procedures.
• Participates in and incorporates quality improvement and research findings into practice.
• Provides and/or serves as a resource for patient/family and staff education.
• Educate and assist trainees with medical decision making.

Provides an authenticated report of all physician services rendered and maintains accurate and complete records in an acceptable manner.

Completes necessary documentation and ensures timely communication to facilitate patient care and appropriate reimbursement.

• Actively responds to patient and clinical staff questions and requests.
• Participates in meetings/activities as required to support operations of the clinical area.
• Participates in activities that enhance professional development, complete, and maintain certification in BLS, PALS, or NALS and maintains any additional specialty training/certifications as required by the area assigned.
• Performs other responsibilities as required.

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