Neurologist - Iowa

Commonwealth Medical Services; Davenport (IA); Presencial; USD 180.000 - 300.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A healthcare provider in Davenport, Iowa, is seeking a Neurologist to deliver comprehensive neurological care to adult patients. The position encompasses both inpatient and outpatient responsibilities, involving evaluation, diagnosis, and management of neurological conditions. Candidates must have an MD or DO, complete an accredited residency, and possess board certification or eligibility in Neurology. This role offers a diverse practice environment and the opportunity to work with multidisciplinary teams.

Formación

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school required.
• Completion of an accredited Neurology residency program necessary.
• Board certification or eligibility in Neurology is mandatory.
• Eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in the practicing state.
• DEA registration or eligibility.

Responsabilidades

• Evaluate and manage acute and chronic neurological conditions.
• Provide inpatient consults and ongoing patient management.
• Conduct outpatient visits for diagnosis and treatment.
• Interpret and correlate neurologic examinations, imaging, and diagnostic studies.
• Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans.
• Manage neurologic emergencies such as stroke, seizures, and altered mental status.
• Collaborate with hospitalists, intensivists, neurosurgery, rehabilitation, and ancillary services.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and disease management.
• Coordinate transitions of care between inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in the electronic health record.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and patient safety activities.

Conocimientos

Clinical expertise in neurology

Diagnostic decision-making

Communication skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient-centered care

Educación

MD or DO from an accredited medical school

Completion of an accredited Neurology residency

Board certified or board eligible in Neurology

Eligible for unrestricted medical licensure

DEA registration or eligibility

Descripción del empleo

Neurologist – Inpatient & Outpatient

Position Summary

The Neurologist provides comprehensive neurological care to adult patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings. This role includes the evaluation, diagnosis, and management of acute and chronic neurologic disorders, coordination of care across care settings, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity and high-quality patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage patients with acute and chronic neurological conditions
• Provide inpatient neurology consultations and ongoing management of hospitalized patients
• Conduct outpatient clinic visits for diagnosis, treatment, and longitudinal care
• Interpret and correlate neurologic examinations, imaging, and diagnostic studies
• Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans
• Manage neurologic emergencies such as stroke, seizures, and altered mental status
• Collaborate with hospitalists, intensivists, neurosurgery, rehabilitation, and ancillary services
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and disease management
• Coordinate transitions of care between inpatient and outpatient settings
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in the electronic health record
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and patient safety activities

Practice Setting

• Combination of hospital inpatient service and outpatient neurology clinic
• Schedule may include consult coverage, clinic sessions, and call responsibilities
• Flexible or structured schedule depending on practice model

Patient Population

• Adult patients with a wide range of neurologic conditions
• Acute inpatient cases and chronic outpatient management

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• Completion of an accredited Neurology residency program
• Board certified or board eligible in Neurology
• Eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in the practicing state
• DEA registration or eligibility

Skills & Competencies

• Broad clinical expertise across inpatient and outpatient neurology
• Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and interdisciplinary collaboration abilities
• Commitment to patient-centered, evidence-based care
• Ability to manage varied acuity levels and practice settings

Work Environment

• Hospital and outpatient clinic settings
• Multidisciplinary, team-based care model
• Diverse neurologic patient population