Neurologist Needed - Neuromuscular Medicine, Brown Academic Appointment

Brown University Health; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 225,000 - 285,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with 6% contribution

4 weeks PTO

Health and dental benefits

Malpractice coverage with tail

Strong administrative support

Job summary

The Brown University Health Department of Neurology seeks a board-certified or eligible neurologist with fellowship training in neuromuscular medicine or clinical neurophysiology to join its established Neuromuscular Division at Rhode Island Hospital.

The role includes an academic appointment with teaching responsibilities, opportunities for research, and a supportive team in a major academic medical center, with visa-friendly policies for H1B and J1 candidates.

Qualifications

• Board certified or eligible in Neurology with US-based residency.
• Fellowship training in neuromuscular medicine or clinical neurophysiology.
• Experience in an academic medical center is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in neuromuscular neurology with teaching responsibilities.
• Participate in research and scholarly activities within the division.
• Collaborate with a large team of neurologists and advanced practice providers.
• Inpatient/call service approximately four weeks per year.

Skills

Neurology board certification

Movement disorders fellowship

Clinical Neurophysiology fellowship

Education

US-based Neurology residency

Tools

EMG testing

Job description

The Brown University Health Department of Neurology is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible neurologist with fellowship training in Neuromuscular Medicine or Clinical Neurophysiology to join its established Neuromuscular Division. This is an exciting opportunity to aid in the growth of the Neurology service line working with a committed group of health professionals and a team with very low turnover. This position is part of the long-term academic plan for the Rhode Island Hospital and Warren Alpert Medical School.

About the job

• Join a highly committed team of more than 40 neurologists (4 Neurophysiology Physicians), experienced advanced practice providers, nursing and secretarial support
• Work at Rhode Island Hospital, a major academic center in Rhode Island, providing comprehensive care for patients with complex neuromuscular disorders
• The division includes a multidisciplinary Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) Clinic and a multidisciplinary ALS clinic
• EMG Laboratory has a single fiber EMG and is recognized with Accreditation with Exemplary Status by the AANEM
• Patients with neuromuscular conditions have access to cutting-edge, emerging therapies in neuromuscular medicine, including a network of infusion centers that support advanced disease‑modifying treatments
• Inpatient/call service only about 4 weeks
• Academic appointment to Brown with teaching responsibilities
• Opportunity to participate in research and other scholarly activities
• H1B and J1 visa friendly

Benefits

• Base salary $225,000-$285,000, with opportunities for additional bonus
• 401K with an additional 6% contribution
• 4 weeks PTO
• Outstanding health and dental benefits
• Malpractice coverage with a tail
• Strong administrative support

Qualifications

• Board certified or eligible in Neurology; additional fellowship training or experience in movement disorders required
• Completion of a US‑based Neurology residency mandatory
• Record of accomplishment, promise as a teacher and as a clinician while also having a record of accomplishments pertinent to the academic rank of initial appointment
• Interest in settling long term in Rhode Island &/or southeastern Massachusetts

About us

The neurology departments at Rhode Island, The Miriam and Newport hospitals offer diagnosis and treatment of brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerve disorders. Rhode Island Hospital offers outpatient and inpatient neurology programs and services. Newport Neurology at Newport Hospital offers consultations, diagnostic testing and treatment for a wide range of neurologic conditions, from seizure disorders to migraines.