About this role
Academic Children's Hospital
Small Hearts Need Great Care! We are a small hospital within a larger one, and it is precisely in the small details that our greatness resides. Here, a child can find all the expertise they might need, along with good collaboration, respect, and compassion. We offer an excellent introduction for new staff and many interesting opportunities for development. Even in challenging situations, unexpected joy can be found here. We take care of children and their families, and we take care of each other – because we know we do a much better job together!
Our Operation
We are currently seeking 3 Specialist Physicians in Pediatric and Adolescent Neurology with Habilitation for the Pediatric Neurology Section.
We currently have 8 specialists, and Akademiska Children's Hospital also has 4 Resident Physicians in pediatric and adolescent neurology with habilitation. Pediatric neurology is a rapidly developing field where our diagnostic and therapeutic possibilities are expanding for several diagnostic groups. Research and development are a crucial part of our work, with current research focusing on areas such as acquired brain injury, neuro-oncology, epilepsy, neuromuscular disease, syndromes, and cerebrospinal fluid circulation disorders.
The Pediatric Neurology Section provides inpatient care with diagnostic and acute care beds. When children with neurological conditions are treated in intensive care units, we participate in daily rounds. We also have an extensive pediatric neurology day care and outpatient clinic, a neurorehabilitation team, and an outpatient clinic linked to our county habilitation services. We conduct investigations regarding CNS malformations, hydrocephalus, movement disorders, unclear syndromes, and advanced treatments for spasticity, DBS, VNS, ketogenic diet, and epilepsy surgery. We have a healthcare regional responsibility for pediatric neurology in the Central Sweden Healthcare Region and work closely with other departments at Akademiska Children's Hospital, including pediatric oncology, neonatology, neurosurgery, neuroradiology, and the hospital's intensive care units, often working in teams with other professional groups.
Your Assignment
As a Specialist Physician, you will participate in, be responsible for, and lead work in various pediatric neurology areas in collaboration with colleagues. The position also involves participating in research, development, and educational work. The role includes various types of on-call duties.
Your Qualifications
Specialist competence in pediatric and adolescent medicine, and specialist competence in pediatric and adolescent neurology and habilitation. We place great importance on personal suitability, good collaborative abilities, and interest in working in interdisciplinary teams.
Your Competence
You are confident, self-aware, and able to distinguish between personal and professional matters. You can understand another person's perspective or situation without taking on their emotions.
You handle complex issues and have the ability to analyze and solve complicated problems. You see the big picture, consider broader perspectives, and prioritize the best interests of the entire organization.
We Offer
We offer a permanent position within the Pediatric Neurology Section.
We provide benefits that make a difference; read about them here (https://regionuppsala.se/jobba-hos-oss/bli-var-nya-kollega/formaner/).
Want to Know More?
Section Chief Gunnar Liminga, +46 18-611 58 49.
Union Representative Anna Nielsen Persson, reachable via switchboard +46 18-611 00 00.
Union Contact can be reached via Upplands General Physicians' Association, office +46 18-611 34 95.
Want to Work with Us?
Welcome to apply via the link below.
IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION:
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