Neurologist needed in Forrest Hills/Cambria Heights, Queens, NY

AdvantageCare Physicians is seeking an outpatient neurology trained physician to join us in pursuit of high-quality patient care for adult patients with neurological conditions. This role will split time between two offices in Queens.

The Ideal Candidate

• One to three years of neurological clinical experience
• Ability to diagnose and treat a wide variety of neurological conditions to improve patient outcomes.
• Demonstrate clinical excellence and highest standards of patient care and safety are maintained.
• Provide compassionate patient-centered care.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Interest in Population Health Management.

Competitive Benefit Package

• Competitive Base Salary
• Sign-on Bonus
• Malpractice Insurance
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) Reimbursement
• Medical/Dental/Vision Health Insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan
• RVU Incentive Model

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive neurological examinations including taking medical history, performing physical assessments and evaluating cognitive function to diagnose and determine causes of neurological disease of the brain, spinal cord and peripheral nerves.
• Treat a wide variety of conditions affecting the brain and nervous system, including headaches, stroke, dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, sleep disorders, epilepsy, head trauma, chronic pain, vision, movement disorders, speech and reflex sensation levels and spinal cord injuries.
• Order and interpret various neurological tests such as electroencephalography (EEG), electromyography (EMG), nerve conduction studies, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and computed tomography (CT) scans to diagnose neurological conditions.
• Develop personalized treatment plans based on diagnosis, including medication management, lifestyle modifications, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and referral to other specialists when necessary.
• Monitor behavioral and cognitive side effects of treatment and medication.
• Counsel patients on neurological tests, interpreting results of neuroimaging studies and communicate medical information to patient and family members.
• Provide relationship-centered care, taking into account the patient’s psychosocial and physical needs.
• Maintain complete and accurate medical records.
• Cross specialty collaboration to achieve the best outcomes possible.
• Communicate effectively with the clinical team to ensure total delivery of quality care.

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
• Completion of four year post graduate medical training from a U.S. accredited residency program by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education or American Osteopathic Association (AOA).
• Completion of 1-year Internship in internal medicine and completion of three-year neurology residency training.
• Board Certified or Eligible in Neurology Medicine.
• Must possess current, unrestricted New York State license.
• Must possess active Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration or be eligible for registration.
• Must possess active Medicare/Medicaid Enrollment or be eligible to enroll.
• BLS or ACLS
• Must possess strong communication skills both oral and written.
• Comfortable with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system and Microsoft Office.

AdvantageCare Physicians (ACPNY) is one of the largest primary and specialty care outpatient practices in New York City, with more than 30 convenient locations across all five boroughs and Long Island. Part of the EmblemHealth family of companies, ACPNY is committed to improving the patient experience and delivering “whole you” care, with a focus on a patient’s overall health picture. We are looking to add to our team enthusiastic and agile health care professionals who are dedicated to making a difference and will always put patient care first.