What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adult Epilepsy Program Director position at University of Texas at Austin?
The Department of Neurology of the Dell Medical School (DMS) at The University of Texas at Austin and their clinical partner Ascension Healthcare are recruiting an innovative clinician-educator or physician-scientist to develop and lead the epilepsy program. We seek individuals with excellent clinical skills, a passion for education, and the potential for scholarly contributions.
The University of Texas at Austin is one of the nation's leading research universities, and DMS pursues innovation in healthcare delivery, excellence in healthcare, and quality professional education. Dell Seton Medical Center at The University of Texas (DSMCUT) has a six-bed NAEC level 4 epilepsy monitoring unit (EMU). Currently the adult epilepsy program is supported by four epileptologists, two neurosurgeons, and three advanced practice providers. A ROSA robot, a Neurolynx research system, MEG, and PET are available. Long-term EEG monitoring and routine EEG studies are offered at four additional network hospitals in Central Texas, all of which have ABRET accredited EEG laboratories. The program works in parallel with the pediatric epilepsy program at Dell Children's Medical Center (DCMC), which has a separate NAEC level 4 epilepsy monitoring unit staffed by seven pediatric epileptologists and two neurosurgeons.
Austin is a vibrant, dynamic university city, known for its lively music scene, contemporary social scene, superb cuisine, and international festivals such as South by Southwest. The city typically ranks among the country's best places to live. Nearby lakes and rivers as well as the beautiful adjacent Texas Hill Country provide ample opportunities for outdoor activities.
Expected Duties:
The epilepsy director will lead the planned expansion of the medical and surgical epilepsy services at DSMCUT, participate in strategic planning and program development of epilepsy services, develop partnerships with regional referring physicians and hospitals, support epilepsy-related quality improvement, and collaborate with the DMS pediatric epilepsy program at Dell Children's Medical Center. Other expectations include facilitation of research and scholarly activities by colleagues and trainees and participation in teaching medical students and residents in neurology and other disciplines.
Required qualifications:
- Candidates must have an MD or DO degree
- Eligible for appointment as an associate professor or professor
- Board-certification in neurology and in epilepsy
- Record of leadership and achievement related to epilepsy
- Experience in comprehensive medical and surgical management of individuals with epilepsy, including pre- and post-surgical evaluation and treatment
- Hiring is contingent upon obtaining a Texas medical license and the appropriate hospital privileges
Preferred qualifications:
- At least 4 years of post-fellowship clinical experience in epilepsy
- A record of progressive leadership responsibilities
- Experience with value-based care delivery
- Experience delivering care through a multidisciplinary team
- Research experience related to clinical or translational neurosciences
Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest and a curriculum vitae via Interfolio. The review of applications will continue until the position is filled. The Department will contact selected applicants for the next stage of the process.
The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
