Assistant or Associate Professor - Pediatric Movement Disorders and Tone Management Neurologist
On-sitePortland, Oregon, United States
Job Summary
Evaluate and manage children with inherited and acquired movement disorders, including dystonia, chorea, ataxia, tremor, myoclonus, tic disorders, and functional movement disorders. Provide comprehensive tone management for children with spasticity and dystonia using a multidisciplinary approach in both the inpatient and outpatient setting. Perform procedures such as botulinum toxin injections, baclofen pump management, and deep brain stimulation management, with opportunities to expand procedural expertise. Collaborate closely with orthopedic surgery, neurosurgery, genetics, and other pediatric subspecialties. Lead the development of a multidisciplinary pediatric DBS program if expertise exists. Participate in the education of residents, medical students, and trainees through inpatient service, outpatient clinics, and conferences.
Required Qualifications
- MD or DO (or equivalent)
- Board certified or board eligible in Child Neurology
- Eligibility for medical licensure in Oregon
Desired Qualifications
- Fellowship training or demonstrated expertise in Pediatric Movement Disorders, Movement Disorders, Neurogenetics, or a related field
- Experience with botulinum toxin injections, intrathecal baclofen management, deep brain stimulation programs, or multidisciplinary tone management
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