Neurologist Jobs in North Las Vegas, NV

Job Description

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Neurology, Assistant/Associate/Professor, Internal Medicine Department, Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine.

ROLE of the POSITION

The Department of Neurology, at the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine, is seeking candidates at the Assistant/Associate/Professor level to serve as Neurologist.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a new academic Neurology department and practice. Our aim is to establish new standards of medical care for our community and to provide unparalleled clinical and research services.

Clinical activities will involve attending duties in neurology clinics and inpatient services at the University Medical Center, a community level 1 trauma hospital in Las Vegas.

Teaching responsibilities include teaching medical student courses and clerkship, mentoring graduate students and trainees, training residents, fellows and medical students and teaching continuing education programs for physicians and the public. Candidates will be able to develop a research program that could also be integrated into the clinical activities.

Faculty positions for clinicians and clinician scientists are available in:

• General Neurology
• Critical Care Neurology
• Epilepsy
• Multiple Sclerosis
• Movement Disorders
• Neuromuscular Disorders

Profile of the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine

The Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV has been Transforming Healthcare in Southern Nevada since 2017. Our mission is to serve our patients, students, medical professionals, and community as a transformational force for improving healthcare in Nevada.

Our faculty, students, residents, and fellows have had their research published in top-tier peer-reviewed journals. With a group practice, UNLV Health provides care to more than 10,000 patients per month in its 17 primary care and specialty care clinics, and its partner hospitals.

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a MD or DO from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and completion of ACGME accredited residency program. Candidates must be board eligible or board certified.

Credentials must be obtained prior to the employment start date. Candidates must be eligible for an unrestricted Nevada medical license, Nevada pharmacy and DEA licenses, and malpractice insurance. They must also meet credentialing requirements and be able to obtain privileges at affiliated hospitals and other site locations as needed.

The candidate’s educational credentials, terminal degree, experience in an academic medical institution or equivalency, research and scholarly activity will be considered in determining the candidate’s recommended rank. The SOM Faculty Appointment, Promotion, and Tenure (FAPT) Committee will use the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV (SOM) promotion criteria to recommend rank to the Dean of the SOM. Tenure consideration may be given upon hire on a case by case basis depending on verified previous credentials, the FAPT recommendation, and SOM Dean's recommendation.

BACKGROUND SCREENING

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment background screening.

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY and CAMPUS VALUES

A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.

SALARY

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.

• Competitive total rewards package including:
  • Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
  • Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
  • Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
• No state income tax
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

PERKS & PROGRAMS

• Employee recognition and appreciation programs
• UNLV athletics ticket discounts
• Statewide employee purchase program discounts
• discounts on and off campus
• for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles
• A comprehensive onboarding program,