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Pediatric Neurology Job in Orlando, Florida

Lead the Future of Pediatric Neurology in Orlando, Florida | Division Chief Opportunity

Company:Orlando Health

Profession/Specialty:Pediatric Neurology

Location:Orlando, Florida, United States

Job Type:Full-time, In-person, Permanent

Job Description

Orlando Health Children’s Neuroscience Institute | Orlando, Florida

Orlando Health Children’s Arnold Palmer Hospital is seeking a nationally respected pediatric neurologist with significant expertise in pediatric epilepsy to serve as Division Chief of Pediatric Neurology within the Orlando Health Children’s Neuroscience Institute.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an accomplished clinical leader to guide the continued growth of Orlando’s largest pediatric neurology program, with a team that includes approximately 8–9 physician faculty members as well as advanced practice providers. The institute offers an established multidisciplinary platform with growing clinical, educational, and research capabilities, including National Institutes of Health (NIH) funded research and plans to develop a child neurology residency program.

The program benefits from the leadership and national reputation of Dr. Samer Elbabaa, a nationally recognized pediatric neurosurgeon and leader within Orlando Health Children’s Neuroscience Institute. 

The program's momentum is reflected in U.S. News & World Report recognition, following a nine-point improvement from the prior year. Building from this foundation, the incoming Division Chief will establish the strategic direction for pediatric neurology, expand clinical programs, recruit and mentor physicians, advance education and research, and help shape the next generation of pediatric neuroscience care at Orlando Health.

Orlando Health is seeking a visionary and decisive leader who looks five to ten years ahead and is motivated to elevate a high-performing program to an even greater level of regional and national distinction. The successful candidate will also be an exceptional clinician who values direct patient care and recognizes clinical excellence as the foundation of the program.

Leadership Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute a comprehensive strategic vision for the Division of Pediatric Neurology.
  • Lead the continued growth and advancement of the pediatric epilepsy program.
  • Recruit, retain, mentor, and develop pediatric neurologists and other clinical team members.
  • Expand clinical programs to meet the needs of a growing regional and statewide referral base.
  • Promote collaboration among pediatric neurology, pediatric neurosurgery, neuropsychology, genetics, rehabilitation, behavioral health, psychiatry, and related specialties.
  • Partner closely with pediatric neurosurgery leadership and the Director of Pediatric Epilepsy Surgery.
  • Support the development of a child neurology residency program and other educational initiatives.
  • Advance clinical trials, investigator-initiated research, scholarly activity, and the institute’s national academic presence.
  • Foster a culture of clinical excellence, accountability, innovation, collegiality, and patient-centered care.
  • Maintain an active clinical practice with a focus on pediatric epilepsy and complex neurological conditions.
  • Work with organizational and philanthropic partners to support innovative clinical and research initiatives.
  • Represent the division throughout Orlando Health and within the broader pediatric neurology community.

Education and Research

Orlando Health offers a distinctive clinical-academic environment that combines the resources and scientific productivity of an academic program with the flexibility and responsiveness of a clinically focused healthcare system.

The institute benefits from significant organizational and philanthropic investment in pediatric neuroscience. Opportunities include:

  • Helping develop a child neurology residency program
  • Teaching medical students, residents, and other trainees
  • Participating in clinical trials and industry-sponsored research
  • Developing investigator-initiated research
  • Collaborating across pediatric neurology, neurosurgery, genetics, neuropsychology, rehabilitation, and related specialties
  • Expanding scholarly activity and the program’s national academic presence
  • Working with philanthropic partners to support innovative clinical and research initiatives

Although education and research experience are highly valued, the program’s foremost priority remains excellent, accessible, and productive clinical care.

Qualifications

  • Education: M.D, D.O. 
  • Board Certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
  • Unrestricted FL medical license (or the ability to obtain one) and DEA
  • Significant Clinical Expertise in Pediatric Epilepsy
  • A Record of Progressive Leadership Experience within Pediatric Neurology
  • Experience in Medical Education, Clinical Research, or Scholarly Activity
  • The Vision and Leadership Ability to Advance the Program’s Regional and National Reputation

Academic Accomplishments Appropriate for a Faculty Appointment are Preferred.

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About Orlando Health Children’s Neuroscience Institute

Orlando Health Children’s Neuroscience Institute offers the most comprehensive and leading-edge pediatric neuroscience programs in Central Florida, with expertise in treating even the most complex neurological cases, including fetal neurosurgery and pediatric microsurgery options. With the integration of the delivery of highly specialized care together with the support of evidence-based scientific research and quality education, this newly established institute is able to provide the best pediatric neuroscience care for the community. 

The institute offers family-centered care, with leading-edge diagnostic technology and treatment techniques for a wide range of conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord or cognitive function. Understanding the importance of family involvement in helping a child heal, families have the support of a multidisciplinary team of experts utilizing innovative techniques and procedures specialized for young people. The institute combines several pediatric specialties under one umbrella, to include: 

  • Neurology
  • Neurosurgery
  • Behavioral Health and Development
  • Neuropsychology  
  • Neuro-Oncology
  • Craniomaxillofacial Surgery
  • Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 

The institute offers a full scope of both inpatient and outpatient services, including specialized programs in epilepsy, concussion, spina bifida, plagiocephaly, spasticity and craniosynostosis. Inpatient care is provided at Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children, a U.S. News & World Report Best Children’s Hospital with national top 50 rankings in Neurology & Neurosurgery and Pediatric & Adolescent Behavioral Health. With the Orlando Health Children’s Pavilion scheduled to open in 2026, Orlando Health is leading the way into a new era in children’s healthcare that will provide the community seamless access to multispecialty care for children. Bringing together multiple neuroscience programs under one institute makes us stronger and unified as families’ designated children’s neuroscience provider dedicated to helping children reach their fullest potential.