Neuromuscular Division Chief

Davita Inc.; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 268,000 - 310,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Neurology at Rutgers seeks a full-time Neuromuscular Division Chief. This role will oversee the Electromyography Laboratory, provide clinical care, and engage in education and research while managing a division of neurology residents. Candidates should have a strong clinical and research background in neuromuscular disorders.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Educational benefits for employees and dependents

Life insurance coverage

Employee discounts programs

Qualifications

• Board-certified or eligible in neurology required.
• Completion of a fellowship in neuromuscular disorders or related clinical neurosciences necessary.
• Must be eligible for a New Jersey License.

Responsibilities

• Function as Chief of the Division of Neuromuscular Disorders.
• Oversee MDA-designated ALS Center of Excellence.
• Participate in clinical care of patients with neuromuscular disorders.

Education

MD from an ACGME-accredited neurology residency

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

The Department of Neurology at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in New Brunswick, NJ, part of Rutgers- the State University of New Jersey, seeks a full-time faculty to start on July 1, 2023. Function as Chief of the Division of Neuromuscular Disorders in the Department of Neurology. Board-eligible or certified neurologists with strong interests in clinical research and teaching. Participate in the clinical care of patients with neurological disorders in the sub-specialty of Neuromuscular Disorders according to a schedule determined by the Chair. 1. Function as the Division Chief of Neuromuscular Disorders 2. Oversee the MDA-designated ALS Center of Excellence 3. Function as the Chief of the Electromyograoghy (EMG) Laboratory at RWJBH-NB 4. Supervisor of Division Faculty 5. Care for patients with neuromuscular disorders in the outpatient and hospital settings 6. Perform electrodiagnostic tests in both the outpatient and hospital settings 7. Attend the consult service at the RWJUH according to a schedule determined by Chair 8. Participate in night and weekend call 9. Participate in the Department's educational activities, including lecturing students and residents and supervising the resident clinic 10. Participate in the administrative activities of Department 11. Participate in the clinical neuromuscular research program 12. Participate in the General Neurology clinic at RWJ and satellite clinics as needed 13. Participate in the teaching mission of RWJMS to the extent determined in consultation with the Department Chair. This will include teaching and mentoring fellows, teaching Neurology residents and rotating residents in the inpatient and outpatient settings in small group seminars, teaching medical students in the inpatient and outpatient settings in small group seminars, or in formal lectures in the pre-clinical setting. 14. Participate in the community service responsibilities of the department, such as providing neurological care for indigent patients and teaching or advising lay community groups in the area of neurological disorders according to a schedule to be determined by the Chair 15. Participate in the consult rotation and the weekend call schedules 16. Attend departmental and institutional faculty/other meetings 17. Participate in administrative tasks, including membership in standing or ad hoc departmental and institutional committees 18. Perform other duties as required. The Division of Neurology includes nationally and internationally recognized faculty with a proud record of productivity in clinical and translational research and excellent regional and national reputations as clinical referral targets. The department has 27 full-time faculty, 12 residents, and five nationally recognized centers of excellence. Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital is the primary teaching hospital for the medical school.

Recruitment/Posting Title	Neuromuscular Division Chief
Department	RWJ-Dept of Neurology
Salary Details	A minimum of $268,759 as the academic base and eligible for faculty practice.
Offer Information
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits Life insurance coverage Employee discounts programs For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Posting Summary
Position Status	Full Time
Posting Number	24FA0863
Posting Open Date	08/28/2024
Posting Close Date	08/29/2025

Qualifications

MD Candidates must be graduates of an ACGME-accredited neurology residency, be board certified or eligible in neurology; have completed a fellowship in neuromuscular disorders or related clinical neurosciences, and be eligible for a New Jersey License. Rank and track will be consistent with qualifications.

Must be able to lift 20 pounds, and to have direct contact with rodents.

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Posting Details

Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link to Posting	https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/235099
Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Rutgers University - New Brunswick
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
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