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Academic Pediatrician – Neurodevelopmental Follow-Up
Developmental Progress Clinic (DPC)
Division of Neonatology | Department of Pediatrics
Emory University School of Medicine / Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
Position: 1.0 FTE, Clinical Faculty
Academic Rank: Assistant Professor
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Division of Neonatology seeks a dedicated, collaborative pediatric physician to join the Developmental Progress Clinic (DPC) at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta in a full-time (1.0 FTE) clinical faculty position at the Assistant Professor level. The DPC provides comprehensive developmental surveillance, assessment, and longitudinal follow-up for infants and young children at increased risk for neurodevelopmental disabilities, particularly those born prematurely, requiring NICU care, or experiencing significant neonatal medical or neurological complications. The interdisciplinary team includes academic pediatricians, neonatologists, pediatric nurse practitioners, physical and occupational therapists, psychometrists, and social workers, collaborating closely with Neurology, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Gastroenterology, and other subspecialties as needed.
We welcome applicants from general academic pediatrics, developmental-behavioral pediatrics, pediatric neurology, or general pediatrics, with a strong commitment to developing expertise in neurodevelopmental follow-up. This position suits a physician who values relationship-centered, interdisciplinary, and culturally responsive care for medically complex children and families, including those from all underserved and marginalized communities.
Clinical Responsibilities
• Devote 1.0 FTE to clinical service within the Division of Neonatology, primarily in the DPC at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Center for Advanced Pediatrics and Hughes Spalding.
• Perform comprehensive developmental and neurological assessments, longitudinal surveillance, anticipatory guidance, diagnostic evaluation, and individualized management for infants and young children at increased risk for neurodevelopmental disabilities.
• Identify early signs of cerebral palsy, developmental delay, autism spectrum disorder, and other neurodevelopmental conditions, facilitating timely intervention and subspecialty referral.
• Coordinate care with families, primary care providers, early intervention programs, therapists, and pediatric subspecialists, communicating complex developmental and medical information with clarity and sensitivity.
• Participate in scheduled weekend and holiday newborn nursery shifts as part of the overall 1.0 FTE appointment, with frequency and distribution established in collaboration with Division leadership.
• Maintain high standards of clinical documentation, continuity of care, patient safety, and quality improvement.
Patient Population and Professional Qualities
The DPC serves a diverse population, including families facing significant medical, socioeconomic, and psychosocial challenges. Given this complexity, we seek a physician who brings genuine empathy and compassion for children and caregivers; a demonstrated commitment to underserved populations facing barriers related to access, socioeconomic circumstances, and health literacy; and trauma-informed, relationship-centered practices that build trust…