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Atlantic Health is Seeking a Pediatric Neurologist in Morristown, New Jersey

Atlantic Health, one of New Jersey's largest integrated health care systems, is seeking an energetic clinician and strong educator who is a highly collegial, innovative and patient-centered Child Neurologist to be part of the Child Neurology and Developmental Medicine Division at Atlantic Health Goryeb Children's Hospital at Morristown Medical Center. Goryeb Children's Hospital ranks (UHC) in the top 10% of children's hospitals nationally for pediatric quality and safety, serving 11 counties in northern New Jersey.

This is the largest consolidated neurology and child development division in New Jersey and is led by Dr. Bernard Maria who was honored by the Child Neurology Society's 2018 Hower Award, the highest honor in the field.

The board-eligible/certified child neurologist will join our team of five neurologists and well as three pediatric epileptologists in our top- ranked epilepsy program (NAEC Level 4 designation). With exceptionally strong programs in genetics, neurodevelopmental/autism ( neuro-oncology, headache, and neuromuscular, pediatric neurosurgery division has several credentialed surgeons including its director Dr. Rich Anderson.

Any candidates with Neuromuscular interests or training are encouraged to apply!

• Active participation in education of residents and medical students rotating through the Pediatric Neurology service as well as through interactions on the inpatient service.
• Present didactic lectures in pediatric neurology to GME/UME students as well as giving pediatric grand rounds periodically.
• Attend and participate as a speaker in continuing medical educational (CME) events.
• Participate in community education and scientific programs as may be delegated or assigned to the Physician by the Chair of Pediatrics, Dr. Beth Natt.
• Neuromuscular interests or training

• Provide direct outpatient care to pediatric patients (birth through at least age 21) with neurological disorders at Atlantic Health hospitals and associated satellite practice locations.
• Provide inpatient consultations and primary responsibility for admitting patients with pediatric neurological disorders.
• Participate in the department's patient- and family-centered care model and ensure effective communication, prompt responsiveness and clinical collaboration with all disciplines including physicians in pediatric critical care, nursing and others.
• Provide open and timely communication with patients, families and their significant others.
• Participate in on-call coverage of Pediatric Neurology service. Coverage will be distributed equitably.
• Provide timely communication with referring and collaborating physicians.

• Maintain the academic and administrative process by continually engaging in self-learning, acquisition of CME, and participating in research seminars and other group and interdisciplinary activities.

• Identify and encourage opportunities to collaborate with and mentor pediatric residents on research projects, case reports, and other academic pursuits.
• Consider initiating or participating in relevant research opportunities.

• Market the practice through direct physician to physician communication, community education, community service or other appropriate channels.
• Present Grand Rounds at neighboring institutions as deemed appropriate by the Pediatric Neurology Division Chief.
• Participate in expansion of Pediatric Neurology services and development of satellite practice locations.

• Maintain compliance with JCAHP and DOH requirements.
• Maintain current medical license, DEA, and CDS number and American Board eligibility/certification.
• Maintain and implement standards for health promotion and health maintenance.

• Competitive salary
• Robust benefits with health, dental, Rx and vision plans
• 403b retirement plan with company match
• Reimbursement for Relocation
• Comprehensive Malpractice Policy
• Non-Profit Health System – eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
• $3500 for Annual CME and Time Off incremental to PTO days
• Full reimbursement for Boards and Licensing fees
• Tuition reimbursement for Advanced Degrees
• Outstanding growth & mentorship opportunities

Salary Range: $240,000–$315,000 base salary only; excludes any quality and/or productivity incentives

Qualifications

• BC/BE and Fellowship trained in Pediatric Neurology; inviting applicants who will deepen or compliment our full array of services and programs.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in the State of New Jersey

At Atlantic Health, our promise to our communities is; anyone who enters one of our facilities will receive the highest quality care delivered at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost. This commitment is also echoed in the respect, development and opportunities we give to our more than 22,000 team members. Headquarters in Morristown, New Jersey, we are one of the leading non-profit health care systems in the nation. Our facilities and sites of care include:

• Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ
• Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Summit, NJ
• Atlantic Health Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJ
• Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, Pompton Plains, NJ
• Atlantic Health Hackettstown Medical Center, Hackettstown, NJ
• Atlantic Health Goryeb Children's Hospital, Morristown, NJ
• Atlantic Health CentraState Healthcare System, Freehold, NJ
• Atlantic Medical Group
• Atlantic Visiting Nurse
• Atlantic Mobile Health
• Atlantic Rehabilitation

We have more than 900 community-based healthcare providers affiliated through Atlantic Medical Group.

We have received awards and recognition for the services we have provided to our patients, team members and communities. Below are just a few of our accolades:

• Chosen for 17 years by Fortune as one of the magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For."
• Atlantic Health Morristown and Atlantic Health Overlook Named by Newsweek as two of the "World's Best Hospitals" in 2026.
• Atlantic Health Morristown and Atlantic Health Overlook ranked within the top three hospitals in New Jersey by U.S. News & World Report's 2025-2026 Best Hospital rankings.
• Atlantic Health scored four "A" grades by The Leapfrog Group in its Fall 2025 Hospital Safety Grades, performance measures reflecting errors, accidents, injuries and injections, as well as systems hospitals have in place to prevent harm.
• Atlantic Health Morristown and Atlantic Health Overlook are New Jersey's only hospitals to be named among America's 50 Best hospitals by Healthgrades in 2026.
• Named by Becker's Healthcare as one of the "165 Top Places to Work in Healthcare – 2026.
• Atlantic Health Morristown, Atlantic Health Overlook, Atlantic Health Chilton and Atlantic Health Newton all Forbes Top Hospitals for 2026.
• Named by Newsweek as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Inclusion & Diversity 2025.
• Atlantic Health rated LEVEL 9 - 2025 CHIME Digital Health Most Wired.

Located on the campus of Morristown Medical Center and part of Atlantic Health Children's Health, Goryeb Children's Hospital is a nonprofit, state-designated "Children's Hospital" – an earned recognition from New Jersey and the national Children's Hospital Association. With more than 250 community pediatricians on staff and more than 100 board-certified pediatric specialists, we're northern New Jersey's leading specialized pediatric hospital. To meet high demand, Goryeb Children's Hospital is currently expanding its pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) and adding inpatient beds. These spacious private patient suites will feature the latest equipment and rooming-in accommodations for parents, as well as a dedicated pharmacy for improved safety and quality of care.

Atlantic Health offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members.