Neurohospitalist -Providence Hospital

USA Health; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Health in Mobile, Alabama, is seeking a full-time board eligible/board certified neurologist to join its neurohospitalist team. This role offers a chance to provide critical medical services in a collaborative setting. Key duties include evaluating and treating patients, managing referrals, and participating in academic programs.

The position requires a CV for application and emphasizes quality care. Interested candidates can contact Krissy Shamburger via email at [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Board eligible or board certified neurologist.
• A curriculum vitae is required to apply.
• Ability to work in a collegial team environment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with appropriate medical skills.
• Participate in academic programs as requested.
• Ensure quality of care and cost-effectiveness.

Skills

Medical diagnostic and treatment skills

Inpatient Consultation

EEG and EMG Testing

Advanced Life Support

Education

Curriculum Vitae

Board eligible/board certified

Vascular Neurology Fellowship

Tools

Cerner EMR System

Job description

Overview

USA Health, the University of South Alabama’s health system helps people lead longer, better lives through its excellence in education, research and medical care. With more than 5,500 employees, USA Health’s network includes University Hospital, Providence, Children’s & Women’s Hospital, Mitchell Cancer Institute, the Physician Enterprise and the Whiddon College of Medicine.

USA Health is managed by the USA HealthCare Management, LLC.

Responsibilities

USA Health Providence, located in Mobile, Alabama, is looking for a full‑time board eligible/board certified neurologist to join the neurohospitalist team. This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to partner with USA Health Providence to provide medical services to patients with a collegial team of physicians. USA Health Providence is a full‑service, 349‑bed hospital with 24/7 emergency care, personalized maternity care and advanced programs for heart care, bariatric surgery and cancer care.

Responsibilities include the evaluation and treatment of patients with appropriate medical diagnostic and treatment skills. Recommends, participates in, and works to ensure the success of efforts to improve cost effectiveness and quality of care provided to patients. Accepts patient referrals from other physicians. Acts as admitting, attending and/or consulting physician for patients who require hospitalization for primary medical diagnoses, depending on needs of patients, medical staff and hospital. Participates in academic programs (e.g. medical education and research) as requested. Provides appropriate documentation that meets insurance company requirements; appeal all denials in a timely manner. Participates in inpatient consultation for specialty, which may include on call schedules.

Interested applicants should contact Krissy Shamburger, Physician Recruiter for the USA Health Physician Enterprise, via email: [e-mail].

Neurohospitalist Details

• Schedule: 7am-5pm (7-on/7-off)
• Practice Detail: 2 total physicians alternating weeks
• No after hour call schedule required
• Inpatient Consults and Stroke Codes
• EMR System: Cerner
• After 5pm Telestroke coverage provided

Preferred Credential(s)

• Vascular Neurology Fellowship, Preferred
• Advanced Life Support credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA)
• EEG and EMG Testing

Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits.

Qualifications

A curriculum vitae is required to apply. A cover letter is optional.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

USA Health is an EO/AA employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally‑protected basis.