Pediatric Neurologist

$50,000 Sign-On Bonus Available

Nemours 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 Opportunities

• Pediatric Residency Program and Pediatric Hospitalist Fellowship
• Academic affiliation with the University of Central Florida
• Remote teaching opportunities with Nemours Children’s Hospital in Orlando
• Additional teaching opportunities with general psychiatry residents at Lakeland Regional Health
• Strong institutional commitment to education and mentorship

Research Opportunities

Nemours 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 & Support

• Dedicated clinical support from 2 Advanced Practice Providers, 2 Medical Assistants, 1 RN, and additional floating support
• 24‑hour EEG technologist coverage for pediatric and neonatal continuous video EEG
• Efficient care model with the outpatient neurology clinic located just a few floors below the pediatric inpatient units
• Seamless coordination between inpatient and outpatient services

Multidisciplinary Pediatric Services Onsite

At Lakeland Regional Health, Nemours provides a wide range of pediatric subspecialty services, including:

Outpatient Services

Pulmonology, Plastic Surgery, Otolaryngology, Cardiology, Gastroenterology, Endocrinology, Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, Nephrology, Urology, Rheumatology, Maternal Fetal Medicine

Inpatient Services

Cardiology, Pulmonology, Gastroenterology, Maternal Fetal Medicine Consults, PICU, General Surgery Medical Directorship, Neurology

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatric Neurology
• Eligible for or active Florida medical license

Compensation & Benefits

• No state income tax in Florida
• Annual incentive compensation recognizing:
  • Clinical productivity
  • Academic contributions
  • Quality improvement initiatives
• Comprehensive benefits package:
  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Mortgage assistance and relocation support
• Retirement plans including:
  • 403(b) with employer match
  • 457 deferred compensation plan
• CME, licensure, and professional dues allowance
• Not‑for‑profit employer with eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Area Information: Lakeland & Central Florida

Lakeland Regional Health is a nationally recognized tertiary care center and the 5th largest hospital in Florida, featuring:

• 849 beds
• Over 200,000 emergency department visits annually
• Approximately 43,000 admissions per year
• More than 2,100 trauma visits each year
• Over 3,000 deliveries annually

Pediatric 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 unit
• Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
• The area’s largest Level III NICU
• Expanded 22‑bed Pediatric Emergency Department

Lakeland, Florida is a rapidly growing Central Florida community, ideally located within one hour of Orlando, Tampa, and Walt Disney World. Lakeland is a fast‑growing 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.