Pediatric Neurologist

$50,000 Sign-On Bonus AvailableNemours Children’s Health is seeking a second Pediatric General Neurologist to join our growing team at Lakeland Regional Health in Lakeland, Florida. This is an exciting opportunity to practice within the largest pediatric neurology group in Florida, supported by a robust academic environment, outstanding clinical resources, and a rapidly growing Central Florida community. This role has the support of a big neuroscience division in a small community setting. Why Join Nemours Pediatric Neurology?You’ll become part of a highly collaborative, multi-site pediatric neurology program with access to extensive sub-specialty support, research infrastructure, and academic affiliations. Newly hired neurologists are eligible for a $50,000 sign-on bonus.Academic & Teaching OpportunitiesPediatric Residency Program and Pediatric Hospitalist FellowshipAcademic affiliation with the University of Central FloridaRemote teaching opportunities with Nemours Children’s Hospital in OrlandoAdditional teaching opportunities with general psychiatry residents at Lakeland Regional HealthStrong institutional commitment to education and mentorshipResearch OpportunitiesNemours offers a well-established clinical trials and research team, with opportunities to participate in studies and data analyses that span all four Nemours sites within our integrated, multi-state health system.Clinical Practice & SupportDedicated clinical support from 2 Advanced Practice Providers, 2 Medical Assistants, 1 RN, and additional floating support24-hour EEG technologist coverage for pediatric and neonatal continuous video EEGEfficient care model with the outpatient neurology clinic located just a few floors below the pediatric inpatient unitsSeamless coordination between inpatient and outpatient servicesMultidisciplinary Pediatric Services OnsiteAt Lakeland Regional Health, Nemours provides a wide range of pediatric subspecialty services, including:Outpatient ServicesPulmonology, Plastic Surgery, Otolaryngology, Cardiology, Gastroenterology, Endocrinology, Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, Nephrology, Urology, Rheumatology, Maternal Fetal MedicineInpatient ServicesCardiology, Pulmonology, Gastroenterology, Maternal Fetal Medicine Consults, PICU, General Surgery Medical Directorship, NeurologyQualificationsMD or DO from an accredited medical schoolBoard Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatric NeurologyEligible for or active Florida medical licenseCompensation & BenefitsNo state income tax in FloridaAnnual incentive compensation recognizing: Clinical productivityAcademic contributionsQuality improvement initiativesComprehensive benefits package: Health, dental, vision, and life insuranceMortgage assistance and relocation supportRetirement plans including: 403(b) with employer match457 deferred compensation planCME, licensure, and professional dues allowanceNot-for-profit employer with eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)Area Information: Lakeland & Central FloridaLakeland Regional Health is a nationally recognized tertiary care center and the 5th largest hospital in Florida, featuring:849 bedsOver 200,000 emergency department visits annuallyApproximately 43,000 admissions per yearMore than 2,100 trauma visits each yearOver 3,000 deliveries annuallyPediatric and women’s services are housed in the Carol Jenkins Barnett Pavilion for Women and Children, a $275 million, 300,000‑square‑foot, state‑of‑the‑art facility that opened in 2018. The Pavilion includes:47‑bed pediatric medical/surgical unitPediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)The area’s largest Level III NICUExpanded 22-bed Pediatric Emergency DepartmentLakeland, Florida is a rapidly growing Central Florida community, ideally located within one hour of Orlando, Tampa, and Walt Disney World. Lakeland, Florida is a fast‑growing Central Florida city with a population of about 125,000 residents and a median home price around $300,000, offering greater affordability than nearby metro areas like Orlando and Tampa. A major quality‑of‑life highlight is Bonnet Springs Park, an award‑winning 168‑acre urban nature park just outside downtown featuring walking and biking trails, gardens, playgrounds, the Florida Children’s Museum, and free daily admission, making it a popular destination for families and outdoor recreation.#LI-KC1CNS2026
Nemours Children's Health is an internationally recognized pediatric health system serving more than 1.7 million patient encounters each year. We deliver care across six states through two freestanding children’s hospitals — Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida — along with a network of more than 80 primary, urgent, and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospital partnerships.
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