Epileptologist /Rank DOQ

Faculty            ·             Omaha, NE             ·            Full time

Requisition Details

General Requisition Information

EEO Statement:                  UNMC is an Affirmative Action Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Location                                 Omaha, NE

Requisition Number:        2021-423

Department:                           Neurological Sciences 50001975

Business Unit(College/Institute):              College of Medicine

FTE:                                           100

Reg-Temp:                               Full-Time Regular

Work Schedule:                      8:00am-5:00pm

Requisition Category :          Faculty

Requisition Title:                    Epileptologist /Rank DOQ

Job Title/Academic Rank:   Epileptologist /Rank DOQ

Additional Requisition Title       

Appointment Type:              DOQ – DEPENDS ON QUALS

Salary Range:                           Salary Commensurate with Experience

Job/EEO Category:                Faculty

Job Requisition Begin Date:         12/10/2021

Position Qualification

Position Summary            

The Department of Neurological Sciences (DONS) at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) seeks an Academic Epileptologist (MD or MD/PhD). The candidate must be BC/BE and have 1-2 years of accredited fellowship training in adult or pediatric epilepsy. The ideal recruit would have a proven academic record and be a key member of an inpatient/outpatient clinical care team with a strong research emphasis. The UNMC Comprehensive Epilepsy Program is a Level 4 regional epilepsy center (National Association of Epilepsy Centers guidelines) with an 8 private bed Epilepsy Monitoring Unit, treating adults and children. The Program has an active surgical arm with dedicated adult and pediatric neurosurgeons, averaging 30-40 epilepsy surgeries, 50-75 VNS implantations yearly, and one of the largest Responsive Neurostimulation (RNS) programs in the nation. The Magnetoencephalography (MEG) center provides vital contribution to the epilepsy program and translational research activities. Call is shared between epileptologists and advanced practice providers support inpatient. The outpatient ambulatory care opportunities include telehealth and outreach clinics for rural areas. Teaching opportunities include training of the Epilepsy Fellow and rotating Neurology Residents. Research opportunities include independent or mentored integration into the robust translational and clinical research programs at DONS. Academic rank is commensurate with qualifications.

Applications are being accepted on line at https://unmc.peopleadmin.com/postings/63843 

Individuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. 
 
Inquiries: Olga Taraschenko, MD, PhD at olha.taraschenko@unmc.edu

Required Qualifications  

• MD or MD/PhD 
• BC/BE Neurology & Epileptology 
• 1-2 years fellowship training in adult or pediatric Epilepsy Knowledge of subspecialty-specific diagnostics

Supplemental Qualifications    

Working Environment & Physical Requirements

The information provided below best describes the Environment in which the primary function of the position is performed.

Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the Environment in which the primary function of the position is performed.: Office environment, Lab environment, Clinical environment

Other working environment:     NA

Physical Requirement

Bending, stooping, twisting       Occasionally

Crawling                                 Not Applicable

Driving                                    Occasionally

Kneeling                                Occasionally

Reaching                                Occasionally

Sitting                                     Up to 2 hours

Standing                                2-5 hours

Squatting                               Occasionally

Walking                                  2-5 hours

Exposures

Atmospheric                          No

Blood/body fluids                Yes

Chemical hazards                 No

Working on or around moving machinery           No

Electrical current                  No

Noise                                        No

Changes of temperature/humidity        No

Wear PPE                                Yes

Work with laboratory animals  No

Radiation                                

Operating hand/power tools    No

If you answered yes to any area above, please explain : Attends on Inpatient services and performs clinic visits in direct contact with patients

Hand/Wrists

Fine Manipulation             Both

Repetitive Motion             Both

Grasping                                Both

If you selected any area above, please explain  Use of computer

Additional

Describe any other aspects and demands of the job not listed in this description.            

EEO Statement

The University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work and learning environment free from discrimination and harassment. UNMC is dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected and included. UNMC does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. UNMC complies with all local, state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination, including Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex. 

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