Neurologist - Behavioral Neurologist/Dementia Specialist - H-1B and J-1 Candidates Accepted

Number of Job Openings Available:

1

Date Posted:

September 03, 2024

Department:

31009906 Neuroscience Clinic

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Shift Length:

Hours Per Week:

40

Union Contract:

Non-Union

Weekend Rotation:

None

Job Summary:

Based in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota, Allina Health is a not for profit 501(c)(3) organization, with 90+ clinics, 10 hospitals/13 campuses throughout the region including western Wisconsin. Allina Health operates in one of the nation’s most vibrant, livable areas; a place where you can build the career you want—and you and your family can be part of thriving community.

Allina Health Neuroscience, Spine & Pain Institute is a comprehensive Neuroscience Institute and is looking for a Behavioral Neurologist/Dementia Specialist to join our growing team. Our quaternary hospital, Abbott Northwestern, is ranked in the Top 50 hospitals in the United States for Neurology/Neurosurgery by US News and World Report.

Key Position Details:

Allina Health Neuroscience, Spine & Pain Institute is a comprehensive Neuroscience Institute seeking a Neurologist with fellowship training in Dementia, Geriatric Neurology, Cognitive Neurology, or Cognitive-Behavioral Neurology or a Neurologist with an interest in Dementia. This position is based at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis, MN in a hospital-based clinic. Abbott Northwestern Hospital is the quaternary hospital for Allina Health and is ranked in the Top 50 hospitals in the United States for Neurology/Neurosurgery by US News and World Report.

• H1-B and J-1 visa candidates will be considered

Consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in America by U.S. News & World Report, Minneapolis-St. Paul, commonly referred to as the Twin Cities, offers a high quality of life and a low cost of living. There are excellent school systems, a thriving workforce, an award-winning culinary scene, museums of all types, outstanding theaters, 4 major league sports teams, and an international airport. Minneapolis boasts outdoor hobbies including fishing and boating, great golf, and some of the country's best bike trails.

Helpful links:

https://www.exploreminnesota.com/

https://www.schooldigger.com/

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Job Description:

Principle Responsibilities

• Diagnoses, treats and consults patients who have impaired memory function or other neurocognitive disease.

• Examines patient’s mental and physical status, conduct medical tests and scans, and evaluate the results to diagnose and treat the patient.

• 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.

• Responsible for providing care in the outpatient setting.

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.

Job Requirements

• MD, DO, or foreign equivalency training required

• BE/BC with ABMS or AOA required

• Fellowship training in Dementia, Geriatric Neurology, Cognitive Neurology, Cognitive-Behavioral Neurology OR strong interest in Dementia required

• Active, non-restricted medical license in MN (or ability to obtain)

• Ability to obtain and/or maintain MN DEA certification and National Provider Identifier (NPI)

• Ability to meet criteria/qualifications for Credentialing and hospital privileges, if applicable
   

Physical Demands
Medium Work*:
Lifting weight Up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), Up to 25 lbs. frequently

Contact:

Call or Email the Recruiter

Josh Delzer, Physician Recruiter

612-254-7650 | Joshua.Delzer@Allina.com

Sanjay P. Singh, MD, FAAN, FANA

President – Allina Health Neuroscience, Spine & Pain Institute

Sanjay.singh@allina.com

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