Academic Faculty Physician: Neurocritical Care/ Neurointensivist

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Neurocritical Care Neurologist to join our dynamic medical team. This unique role offers an exciting opportunity to work in both the Neuro ICU and Stroke/Adult General Neurology services, providing expert care to patients who have experienced major neurological events. The position is split between the Neuro ICU (50%) and Stroke/Adult General Neurology (50%), allowing the flexibility to work in a high-acuity, interdisciplinary setting while also engaging in stroke and general neurology care.

As a Neurocritical Care Specialist, you will collaborate closely with departments such as Anesthesia/Critical Care, Neurosurgery, and Neurology to provide integrated, patient-centered care. This position offers the chance to work alongside a team of highly trained professionals, and become an integral part of a comprehensive care team, offering advanced care to patients in the Neuro ICU, as well as those in the MICU and NICU beds.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct care to critically ill patients in the Neuro ICU, managing patients who have had major neurological events such as strokes, traumatic brain injuries, and other acute neurological disorders.
• Oversee management and care for patients in the Stroke/Adult General Neurology service, including evaluation and treatment of acute stroke, neurovascular diseases, and complex neurological conditions.
• Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including Anesthesia, Critical Care, Neurosurgery, and Neurology, to ensure comprehensive patient management.
• Participate in daily rounds with the Neuro ICU team and Stroke/General Neurology service, providing expert neurological consultation and decision-making.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of best practices, clinical pathways, and protocols for stroke and neurocritical care.
• Engage in teaching and mentoring residents, fellows, and medical students, sharing your expertise in neurocritical care, stroke management, and general neurology.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care, safety, and outcomes.
• Opportunity for involvement in clinical research and academic development within the Neurocritical Care and Stroke specialties.

Required Qualifications:

• MD/DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Neurology Residency program.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Neurology.
• Expertise in Neurocritical Care with a strong understanding of acute neurological disorders, neurointensive care, and stroke management.
• Stroke or Vascular Neurology Fellowship (preferred, or willingness to pursue fellowship if not already completed).
• Licensure or eligibility for licensure in the state of NC
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Work Schedule & Location:

• Full-time position with the option for a split role between Neurohospitalist and Neurocritical Care duties.
• The Neuro ICU provides an advanced, multidisciplinary environment with a focus on comprehensive care for critically ill neuro patients.
• This position is based at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, a leading academic medical center committed to excellence in patient care, education, and research.

Why Join Us:

• Work alongside a highly experienced and supportive team of neurologists, intensivists, neurosurgeons, and other specialists.
• Opportunities for career growth in neurocritical care, stroke management, and general neurology.
• Collaborate on exciting research projects in the neurocritical care and stroke fields.
• Join an institution that prioritizes academic achievement, professional development, and innovation.
• Access to cutting-edge technologies and advanced clinical settings.

How to Apply:

If you are a board-certified or board-eligible neurologist with training in Neurocritical Care and a passion for advancing the care of critically ill neurological patients, we encourage you to apply for this unique and rewarding opportunity. For more information or to submit your application, please contact Nesha Henderson at lanhende@wakehealth.edu.

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