Neurologist

AdvantageCare Physicians; New York (NY); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

AdvantageCare Physicians is seeking an outpatient neurology physician to provide high-quality patient care for adults with neurological conditions. Responsibilities include conducting neurological examinations, ordering tests, and developing treatment plans. The ideal candidate will have an MD or DO, completed medical residency, and be board certified or eligible in neurology. Strong communication skills and experience in patient-centered care are essential. Join a dynamic team committed to improving patient outcomes in New York.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) required.
• Completion of 4-year medical residency and 1-year internal medicine internship.
• Active New York State license and DEA registration required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive neurological examinations.
• Order and interpret neurological tests.
• Develop personalized treatment plans for patients.

Skills

Neurological examination skills

Treatment of neurological conditions

Communication skills

Familiarity with EMR systems

Compassionate patient care

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

Completion of 4-year medical residency

Completion of 3-year neurology residency

BLS or ACLS certification

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system

Microsoft Office

Job description

AdvantageCare Physicians (ACPNY) is a primary and specialty care practice serving half a million patients across the New York metropolitan area. With more than 30 medical offices across New York City's five boroughs and Long Island, ACPNY is continually expanding our practice and enhancing our services for communities throughout New York. As we grow, our employees grow with us.

Summary of Position

We are seeking an outpatient neurology trained physician to join us in pursuit of high-quality patient care for adult patients with neurological conditions.

Principal Accountabilities

• Conduct comprehensive neurological examinations including taking medical history, performing
• physical assessments and evaluating cognitive function to diagnose and determine causes of
• neurological disease of the brain, spinal cord and peripheral nerves.
• Treat a wide variety of conditions affecting the brain and nervous system, including headaches,
• stroke, dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, sleep disorders,
• epilepsy, head trauma, chronic pain, vision, movement disorders, speech and reflex sensation
• levels and spinal cord injuries.
• Order and interpret various neurological tests such as electroencephalography (EEG),
• electromyography (EMG), nerve conduction studies, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and
• computed tomography (CT) scans to diagnose neurological conditions.
• Develop personalized treatment plans based on diagnosis, including medication management,
• lifestyle modifications, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and referral to other specialists
• when necessary.
• Monitor behavioral and cognitive side effects of treatment and medication.
• Counsel patients on neurological tests, interpreting results of neuroimaging studies and
• communicate medical information to patient and family members.
• Provide relationship-centered care, taking into account the patient’s psychosocial and physical
• needs.
• Maintain complete and accurate medical records.
• Cross specialty collaboration to achieve the best outcomes possible.
• Communicate effectively with the clinical team to ensure total delivery of quality care.

Qualifications

Education, Training, Licenses, Certifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
• Completion of four year post graduate medical training from a U.S. accredited residency program by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education or American Osteopathic Association (AOA).
• Completion of 1-year Internship in internal medicine and completion of three-year neurology residency training.
• Board Certified or Eligible in Neurology Medicine.
• Must possess current, unrestricted New York State license.
• Must possess active Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration or be eligible for registration.
• Must possess active Medicare/Medicaid Enrollment or be eligible to enroll.
• BLS or ACLS required.
• Must possess strong communication skills both oral and written.
• Comfortable with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system and Microsoft Office.

Relevant Work Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• One to three years of neurological clinical experience
• Ability to diagnose and treat a wide variety of neurological conditions to improve patient
• outcomes.
• Demonstrate clinical excellence and highest standards of patient care and safety are maintained.
• Provide compassionate patient-centered care.
• Interest in Population Health Management.