The Department of Neurological Sciences at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) in Omaha is recruiting a movement disorders specialist to join our growing team. This is an outstanding opportunity to be part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary group dedicated to delivering leading-edge care, advancing clinical and translational research, and educating the next generation of neurologists. Our Movement Disorders Program is the most comprehensive in the region, offering a collaborative and innovative environment for both clinical and academic pursuits.  

Opportunity Highlights  

• Thriving Movement Disorders Program with over 4,000 outpatient visits annually  
• Dedicated specialty clinics for dystonia, spasticity, and Huntington’s disease  
• Largest Parkinson’s disease clinic in the region  
• Collaborate with national leaders in deep brain stimulation (DBS) therapy  
• Exclusive use of the only Personal KinetiGraph (PKG) device in Nebraska  
• Strong support for clinical, translational, and investigator-initiated research  
• Active role in medical education with residents, fellows, and medical students  
• UNMC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program  

Competitive Compensation & Benefits  

Physicians enjoy a highly competitive package, inclusive of a variable compensation plan. Additional benefits include:  

• CME allowance  
• Competitive retirement contributions and other deferred comp opportunities  
• Comprehensive malpractice coverage  
• A full suite of health and wellness benefits  

Why Choose Omaha?  

Omaha is one of the best-kept secrets in the Midwest—ranked the #1 Best City to Move To by  Forbes  in 2024. It combines affordability, safety, and vibrant culture in a welcoming community.  

• Highly ranked public and private schools  
• A rich arts and cultural scene, from symphonies to street festivals  
• Extensive outdoor recreation, parks, and trail systems  
• Home to iconic attractions like the Henry Doorly Zoo and the NCAA Men’s College World Series  

The successful candidate must be an MD/DO (or equivalent degree) who is board certified/eligible and has completed fellowship training in movement disorders. Knowledge in subspecialty-specific diagnostics and therapeutics including brain mapping, DBS programming, and chemodenervation is required.

The University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) is a premier public academic health sciences center in Omaha, dedicated to improving health through education, research, patient care, and community engagement. UNMC includes six colleges, two degree-granting institutes, and a graduate studies program, offering more than 100 academic programs and training more health professionals than any other institution in Nebraska.

UNMC is nationally recognized for its research and innovation, with over $280 million in annual research expenditures supporting basic science, clinical trials, and translational research that advances patient care. As one of the region’s largest employers, UNMC partners closely with Nebraska Medicine, its primary clinical affiliate, to deliver exceptional care and train the next generation of health professionals.

Our mission is to lead the world in transforming lives to create a healthy future for all individuals and communities through premier educational programs, innovative research, and extraordinary patient care. This work is guided by our shared iTEACH values — Innovation, Teamwork, Excellence, Accountability, Courage, and Healing — which shape our culture and daily practice.