Physician-Neurology Vascular

Renown Health; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification

Job summary

Renown Health in Reno, NV is seeking a Vascular Neurologist to evaluate and treat urgent neurological conditions, including stroke and intracranial hemorrhage. This role includes Neuro ICU consultations and emergency department coverage.

The ideal candidate holds a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree; board certification in Neurology and Vascular Neurology is required. Strong leadership skills and the ability to work independently are essential.

Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain a current and valid State of Nevada MD or DO license.
• Board-Eligible or Board-Certified in Neurology and Vascular Neurology.
• Experience in stroke medicine/vascular neurology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats acute urgent and emergent neurological conditions.
• Conducts Neuro ICU consultations and stroke consultations.
• Participates in physician governance meetings and management decisions.

Skills

Effective leadership skills

Ability to work independently

Knowledge of Federal, State, and local regulatory rules

Ability to function effectively in an integrated delivery system

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or equivalent

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Position Purpose

As a Vascular Neurologist, employee evaluates and treats acute urgent and emergent neurological conditions including but not limited to acute seizure disorders, acute onset severe headaches, intracranial hemorrhage, with a primary focus on stroke/neurovascular conditions in an acute setting. This individual is responsible for Neuro ICU consultations, acute inpatient neurology, and stroke consultations, tele stroke, and emergency department coverage. Works in conjunction with others to oversee the care of complex neurological conditions and prepares the patient for transitions of care as needed.

Nature and Scope

The incumbent obtains history, examines, diagnoses, counsels, and treats patients within the physician's area of specialty and experience. The incumbent makes critical decisions regarding medical care. The incumbent works closely and cooperates with the management staff, directs comments and questions to the appropriate management person and follows administrative policies. The incumbent actively participates in physician governance meetings, management decisions, and follows policies adopted by Renown Health and its medical staff. The incumbent stays abreast of current advances in medicine by reviewing recent publications, attending in‑services and educational meetings, and attending continuing medical education programs in the appropriate field.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to function effectively in an integrated delivery system.
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and local regulatory rules.
• Capable of operating business units in conformance with good quality and business practices as may be outlined by agencies such as The Joint Commission, NCQA, MGMA, etc.
• Effective leadership skills (and leading by example).
• Ability to obtain results with minimal disruption while involving a variety of internal and external groups.
• Ability to work independently.

This position does provide patient care.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Must have working‑level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English. Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree or foreign equivalent (such as MBBS or MBChB), or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree.

Experience

Prior experience in referenced specialty, preferred. Fellowship training in stroke medicine/vascular neurology, preferred, or training and experience deemed equivalent by Director of Neurosciences, Section Chief, or designee.

License(s)

Must possess and maintain a current and valid State of Nevada MD or DO license. Controlled substance license to prescribe issued by the State of Nevada and controlled substance registration certificate issued by the DEA, required.

Certification(s)

Board‑Eligible or Board‑Certified in Neurology through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) AND Board‑Eligible or Board‑Certified in Vascular Neurology through the ABPN. If provider is board‑eligible at time of hire, certifications must be obtained within two (2) years of employment.

Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required. Prefer American Heart Association (AHA) approved certification but will accept online certification from American Red Cross Training Services, Advanced Medical Certification, or ACLS Certification Institute.

Computer / Typing

Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word and have the ability to use the computer to complete online learning requirements for job‑specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.

Credentialing

Ability to credential through Renown's Medical Staff and/or payor credentialing, as applicable.