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Position/Rank Pediatric Epileptologist, Las Vegas, NV / Rank Dependent on Qualifications
Department 00848 - Pediatric Administration
City Las Vegas, NV
Track Track Dependent on Qualifications
New Position to Begin
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The Division of Pediatric Neurology at the University of Utah Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine is seeking a Pediatric Epileptologist to provide care in inpatient and outpatient settings, working primarily in Las Vegas, Nevada, and other sites in Nevada. Clinical activities in Las Vegas will focus on high-level care including staffing the outpatient Complex Epilepsy Clinic, as well as providing comprehensive EEG reading services (including surgical epilepsy), and will include weekly outpatient clinics, inpatient consults, and participation in outreach and telehealth programs. Clinical duties will comprise ~85% of the individual’s time commitment. Clinical activities will take place primarily at Intermountain Health Nevada Children’s Hospital, scheduled to open in 2030, and Intermountain Health outpatient clinics located in and near Las Vegas, NV. Beyond this, the Division of Pediatric Neurology provides specialty care in a variety of pediatric and developmental neurological conditions including neuromuscular, vascular disease, movement disorders, headache and functional neuroimaging. The Pediatric Neurologists will be intrinsic and collegial members of the Division of Pediatric Neurology in the Department of Pediatrics. In addition to clinical care, the faculty member will have opportunities in education and scholarly activities, including quality improvement and advocacy.
Intermountain Health is building a new children’s hospital in Las Vegas, with significant plans to develop and grow specialized pediatric care for the children in the region. Together with the Division of Pediatric Neurology, this is an opportunity to join and build transformative pediatric care regionally.
Las Vegas is a dynamic and affordable community with easy access to year-round outdoor activities including climbing, road and mountain biking, and hiking. The city’s economy is robust and expanding, and in addition to the world-famous social and cultural downtown, there are great communities ideal for families.
The Division of Pediatric Neurology is a friendly and dynamic group that maintains specialty interests in a variety of pediatric and developmental neurological conditions including epilepsy, neurogenetic and neuromuscular diseases, stroke and vascular disease, movement disorders, and functional neuroimaging and basic neuroscience research. Major initiatives in precision medicine and gene therapy also exist.
Basic Qualifications
Qualified candidates must be Board Qualified/Board Certified in Pediatrics and in Neurology with Specialization in Child Neurology, and fellowship training in Epilepsy. Medical licensure in the states of Utah and Nevada are required at the time of hire. The selected candidate will receive a faculty appointment in the Department of Pediatrics on the Adjunct, Clinical, or Tenure Track at the academic level commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Benefits
The University of Utah/Department of Pediatrics offers a generous benefits package including a variety of medical and dental plans from which to choose (with in-network coverage throughout the Las Vegas region), exceptional retirement plans, and paid time off. A complete list of benefits can be viewed at https://www.benefits.utah.edu.
Interested individuals can apply for the position at https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/209441. Cover letter and curriculum vitae are required. For additional information about the position, please contact Matthew Sweney, M.D., Medical Director of Intermountain Nevada Pediatric Neurology, at matthew.sweney@hsc.utah.edu.
The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.
EEO/Non-Discrimination Information
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number, can be located at https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu.
Notice
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
Special Instructions for Candidates
Open Date 09/25/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Requisition Number PRN04130F
Type Faculty
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Verify your board credentials transfer correctly
PERM requires your employer to document the specific degree and licensure requirements for the role. Confirm your foreign neurology training and fellowship credentials are evaluated by a NACES-approved agency before the labor certification is filed.
Target academic medical centers with existing PERM history
University hospital systems and academic neurology departments sponsor EB-2 and EB-3 petitions most consistently for subspecialists. Look for institutions with active epilepsy monitoring units, as those roles carry documented specialty-occupation justifications that support the PERM job requirements.
Search for sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Filter by specialty and employer type to find neurology practices and hospital systems with documented green card sponsorship activity. Migrate Mate surfaces employers actively filing for foreign medical professionals, so you skip outreach to organizations with no sponsorship infrastructure.
Understand the prevailing wage before salary negotiations
DOL sets the prevailing wage for your role and geographic area through the OFLC Wage Search. Your offered salary must meet or exceed this figure before PERM is filed, so review the wage level for your specific job duties and location early in the offer process.
Clarify your EB-2 versus EB-3 eligibility with the employer
Epileptologist positions at the attending level typically qualify under EB-2 if the role requires an advanced degree or you hold a doctoral-level credential. Confirm which category your employer intends to file under before the PERM job description is finalized, since the category affects your priority date and wait time.
Request concurrent I-485 filing if your priority date is current
If your country of birth and your EB category have a current priority date in the USCIS Visa Bulletin, you can file your I-485 adjustment of status at the same time as the I-140, reducing total processing time significantly. Ask your employer's immigration counsel to check visa availability before filing.
Green Card Epileptologist: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Epileptologist roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most attending Epileptologist positions qualify under EB-2 because the role requires an advanced medical degree and subspecialty fellowship training. EB-3 is available for positions structured around a standard professional degree. Your employer chooses the category when filing the PERM labor certification, and the choice affects your priority date and how long you wait for a visa number to become available.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status capped at 65,000 per year and subject to the lottery. EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM leads to lawful permanent residency with no annual lottery. The PERM process is longer, typically 18 to 36 months from labor certification to green card approval, but the outcome is permanent status rather than a two- or three-year work authorization window.
What does the PERM labor certification process require from an Epileptologist's employer?
The employer must conduct a supervised recruitment campaign to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available for the role, then file an ETA Form 9089 with DOL. For subspecialty neurologist positions, the job description must accurately reflect the specialty-occupation requirements, including fellowship training and EEG or epilepsy monitoring unit experience, to withstand DOL audit scrutiny.
Where can I find employers who sponsor green cards for Epileptologists?
Migrate Mate lets you filter roles by visa and green card sponsorship type, so you can identify academic medical centers and hospital systems actively filing EB-2 or EB-3 petitions for neurologists. This is more targeted than a general job search because it filters out employers with no sponsorship infrastructure, saving you from investing in applications that will not lead to PERM filing.
Can I switch employers after my I-140 is approved but before my green card is issued?
Yes. Under AC21 portability rules, once your I-140 has been approved and your I-485 has been pending for at least 180 days, you can change employers without losing your priority date, provided the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. For Epileptologists, moving to another neurology subspecialty attending position at a different hospital system generally satisfies this requirement.