Physician - Neurologist

Ridgeview Medical Center; Chaska (MN); On-site; USD 230,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

Ridgeview Medical Center in Chaska, Minnesota, is looking for a licensed physician specializing in Neurology to provide comprehensive care for patients with neurological disorders. The role involves diagnosing, treating, and educating patients while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Candidates must have a Doctoral/Ph.D. in medicine, completion of an accredited residency in Neurology, and demonstrated experience in the specialty area. This position emphasizes quality patient care and involvement in neuroscience research.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for direct patient care and medical assessments.
• Diagnoses and treats patients with neurological conditions.
• Educates and consults patients and families on treatment plans.
• Participates in multidisciplinary team case management.
• Engages in neuroscience research activities.

Education

Doctoral/Ph.D. level advanced degree in Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine or foreign equivalent from an approved school of medicine

Completion of an accredited Residency training program in Neurology or foreign equivalent training

Less than 2 years of demonstrated experience in designated specialty area

Licensed Physician - MN Board of Medical Practice

Drug Enforcement Agency Certificate

Prescription Monitoring Program

National Provider Identifier

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for direct patient care by reviewing patient's medical history while collecting, prioritizing, and synthesizing comprehensive data pertinent to the patient's health or situation. Provides education, consultation or intervention to patients (treatment plan) and their families. Diagnosis, treat and consult patients who have a disease or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles and autonomic nervous system, as well as the blood vessels that relate to these structures.

Principal Responsibilities

• Direct Patient Care.
  • Diagnoses, treats and consults patients who have a disease or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles and autonomic nervous system, as well as the blood vessels that relate to these structures.
  • Examines patient's mental and physical status, conduct medical tests and scans, and evaluate the results to diagnose and treat the patient.
  • Performs and interpret basic neurophysiology tests.
  • Reviews patient's medical history while collecting, prioritizing, and synthesizing comprehensive data pertinent to the patient's health or situation.
  • Evaluates, interprets, and coordinates information to make decisions and recommendations regarding patient care.
  • Provides education, consultation or intervention to patients (treatment plan) and their families.
  • Works collaboratively with patients to improve their health and well-being.
  • Practices in a thoughtful manner including consideration for cultural diversity, individual autonomy and legal responsibilities.
  • Participates in neuroscience research activities.
  • Charts in electronic format in accordance with licensure and scope.
  • Actively participates in multidisciplinary team approach to case management.
  • May provide care in an ambulatory clinic, inpatient or outpatient hospital setting.
  • May participate in on‑call rotation.
• Quality.
  • Utilizes quality improvement tools to develop processes that promote continuous improvement in delivery of patient care, patient outcomes, or work flows.
  • May participate in peer review and quality assurance.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Doctoral/Ph.D. level advanced degree in Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine or foreign equivalent from an approved school of medicine required and
• Completion of an accredited Residency training program in Neurology or foreign equivalent training required
• Less than 2 years of demonstrated experience in designated specialty area required
• Licensed Physician - MN Board of Medical Practice required upon hire and
• Drug Enforcement Agency Certificate upon hire required and
• Prescription Monitoring Program upon hire required and
• National Provider Identifier upon hire required