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DMC Children's Hospital of Michigan - Tenet Healthcare

Pediatrics - Neurology - Physician at DMC Children's Hospital of Michigan - Tenet Healthcare

DMC Children's Hospital of Michigan - Tenet Healthcare No longer available

Job Description

Pediatric Epileptologist - Metro Detroit

Childrens Hospital of Michigan (CHM) + University Pediatricians

If you want to build a high-impact pediatric epilepsy practice inside a mature, surgical-capable, academic program, this is it. Youll join a collaborative neurology division with strong volume, established epilepsy infrastructure, and clear room to grow.

What youll be joiningA growing pediatric epilepsy team
  • 11 pediatric neurologists in the Division of Neurology

  • Expanding epilepsy group with 4 board-certified pediatric epileptologists plus a clinical neurophysiologist

  • 20+ epilepsy surgeries per year

  • Neurostimulation clinic offering VNS and RNS

  • Epilepsy monitoring units at Detroit and Troy locations

    • Overnight monitoring supported by Stratus EEG

Comprehensive program strength
  • NAEC Level 4 accreditation (highest level) within the last 10 years

  • 6 NIH-funded grants related to epilepsy and neurophysiology

  • Multiple pathways for research, publications, and scholarly work

Your roleClinical and academic mix
  • Outpatient and academic responsibilities

  • Monthly structure:

    • 3 weeks of 5 half-day clinics

    • 1 week of EEG studies

Academic appointment
  • Faculty appointment at Central Michigan University College of Medicine

  • Opportunities for:

    • Research involvement and grant-supported projects

    • Teaching and mentorship of medical students, residents, and fellows

What you bring
  • Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Pediatric Neurology

  • Epilepsy fellowship training preferred but not required

  • A patient-first approach and commitment to excellent clinical care

  • Interest in teaching and being part of an academic environment

  • Eligibility to obtain Michigan medical licensure

About Childrens Hospital of Michigan

Childrens Hospital of Michigan has served families since 1886 and is part of the Detroit Medical Center (DMC). Highlights include:

  • 228-bed childrens hospital and a Level 1 trauma center

  • Longstanding reputation in pediatric medicine, surgery, and research

  • Trains more pediatricians than any other facility in Michigan

  • Recognized by national publications for pediatric care and research excellence

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Typical mid-level pay: $210k for Pediatricians, General nationally

National salary averages
Expected mid-level
$210k
Entry
Mid
Senior
Expected

Employer-favored market

Competitive market. Focus on fit and differentiation over compensation.

Hiring leverage
Employer-favored
Wage leverage
Limited
Mobility
Low mobility

Who this leverage applies to

Stronger for: Credentialed candidates
Weaker for: Entry-level candidates, Career switchers, Self-taught practitioners

Where to negotiate

Base salary
Sign-on bonus
Title / level
Remote flexibility
Scope & responsibility
Start date / PTO

Likely Possible Unlikely

Watch out for

Limited mobility: Few adjacent roles—switching employers is harder.

Focus on demonstrating unique fit and value.

Does this path compound?

Job Growth →
High churn
Growth, flat pay
🚀 Compound
Growth + pay upside
⚠️ Plateau
Limited growth
Specialize
Experts earn more
Pay Upside →
Stable but flat

Steady work, but limited growth in both jobs and pay.

+1%
10yr growth
Most openings come from retirements and turnover, not new positions.
Typical: Doctoral or professional degree

Openings come from turnover, not new growth. Differentiate to advance.

Labor data: BLS 2024