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Medical Director- Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Center of Excellence

Boys Town
tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Nebraska, Omaha
Sep 21, 2026
Provides clinical and strategic leadership for the development of a comprehensive, multidisciplinary center dedicated to children and adolescents with neurodevelopmental, developmental, behavioral, genetic, and neurologic disorders while maintaining an active clinical practice. Leads the development of an integrated model that brings together physicians, psychologists, therapists, behavior specialists, genetic counselors, nurses, social workers, researchers, educators, and other professionals to provide coordinated, family-centered care. Develops and implements a nationally recognized Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Center of Excellence integrating clinical care, research, education, community engagement, and innovative therapeutics. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
  • Maintains an active clinical practice focused on neurodevelopmental disorders.
  • Develops and implement the strategic vision for the Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Center of Excellence under the guidance of senior leadership.
  • Develops an integrated clinical model encompassing developmental medicine, neuroscience, behavioral health, genetics, rehabilitation, and therapeutic services.
  • Develops partnerships across Boys Town National Research Hospital to leverage existing institutional expertise.
  • Leads development and integration of programs addressing conditions including: autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disability, global developmental delay, developmental regression, ADHD and complex behavioral disorders, Cerebral palsy and motor disabilities, developmental and epileptic encephalopathies, genetic and neurogenetic disorders, communication disorders, learning disabilities, complex behavioral disorders associated with developmental disability, feeding disorders, motor and coordination disorders, developmental disabilities associated with congenital and acquired neurologic conditions.
  • Partners with psychology, psychiatry, behavior analysis, developmental medicine, neurology, nursing, and therapy services to develop programs addressing severe aggression, self-injurious behavior, elopement, Pica, property destruction, severe emotional and behavioral dysregulation, and treatment-resistant behavioral disorders.
  • Promotes integration of clinical research into the clinical mission of the Center.
  • Establishes a data-driven approach to Center development and quality improvement.
  • Champions innovative care-delivery models, including telehealth, multidisciplinary visits, centralized intake, and regional outreach.
  • Develops partnerships with schools, early intervention programs, state agencies, advocacy organizations, community providers, universities, and regional health systems.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
  • Advanced knowledge of neurodevelopmental disabilities and evidence-based treatment approaches.
  • Skilled in strategic healthcare program leadership and multidisciplinary team management.
  • Skilled in stakeholder engagement, physician collaboration, and community partnership development.
  • Ability to lead organizational growth, innovation, and quality improvement initiatives.
  • Ability to influence and collaborate across clinical, research, and operational functions.
  • Ability to recruit, mentor, and develop professional staff.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • M.D. or D.O. degree or equivalent required.
  • Completion of an ACGME-accredited or equivalent residency/fellowship training pathway appropriate to the candidate's specialty required.
  • Board certification or board eligibility in an appropriate specialty such as Neurodevelopmental Disabilities, Child Neurology, Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics, Pediatrics with appropriate advanced developmental training required.
  • Eligibility for unrestricted medical licensure in Nebraska required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience as a practicing NDD physician preferred.
  • Other Duties: This job description incorporates the essential functions and duties required for this position. However, other duties may be required and assigned at times and as determined by a supervisor in order to meet the needs of the organization.
  • Serves as a role model in carrying out activities and behaviors that reflect the values and principles of the Boys Town mission.
  • PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, EQUIPMENT USAGE, WORK ENVIRONMENT:
  • Position is relatively sedentary in a normal office administrative environment involving minimum exposure to physical risks. Will use office equipment such as a computer/laptop, monitor, keyboard, and a general workstation set-up.


Care and respect for others is more than a commitment at Boys Town - it is the foundation of who we are and what we do.

At Boys Town, we cultivate a culture of belonging for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team - one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.

About Boys Town:

Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service, our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977, our services branched out into the health care and research fields, offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make a real difference.

Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town's mission, which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children, families, patients, and communities. A unique feature for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits are reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location. Additional costs savings for the employee and their dependents are found in our pharmacy benefits with low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs. Boys Town takes your mental health seriously with no cost mental health visits to an in-network provider. We help our employees prepare for retirement with a generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job, it is a way of life.

This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1-877-639-6003.

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