Multiple Sclerosis Neurologist - Norton Neuroscience Institute (Louisville, KY)

NORTON NEUROSCIENCE INSTITUTE HUSSUNG FAMILY MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS CENTER, a part of Norton Healthcare, is a seeking fellowship-trained multiple sclerosis neurologist to join its growing program. The ideal candidate will join a multidisciplinary team dedicated to multiple sclerosis care and made up of two neurologists, two advanced practice providers, a nurse navigator, psychologist, research coordinator, pharmacist, social worker and social services coordinator.

The Hussung Family Multiple Sclerosis Center is recognized as a designated center for comprehensive MS care by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. It uses a multidisciplinary clinical approach in collaboration with an on-site pharmacy, infusion center and physical therapy program. Access to the latest diagnostic technology and treatments, including optical coherence tomography machines and a Botox clinic, allow providers to offer cutting-edge care.

To support this growth, Norton Healthcare has invested over $100 million in developing Norton Neuroscience Institute to meet the growing needs of our community. This includes a $15 million investment in a 48,000-square-foot outpatient neuroscience center located on the Norton Brownsboro Hospital campus. This facility, which opened in 2021 and houses the Memory Center, is designed to facilitate a collaborative care model across neuroscience specialties while providing a single location of comprehensive care for patients.

Patients receive support resources through the Norton Neuroscience Institute resource Centers, which offer educational, therapeutic, support and exercise programs at no cost to the patient. Patient navigators are on staff to assist patients and families with scheduling, transportation needs, financial challenges, nutrition counseling and more.

ABOUT THE POSITION

• Fellowship trained in neuro-immunology preferred
• Ability to practice neuro-immunology and focus on multiple sclerosis neurology exclusively
• No inpatient call
• The Hussung Family Multiple Sclerosis Center is part of the Norton Multispecialty Clinic located at Norton Women’s & Children’s Hospital, and is designated as a Center for Comprehensive MS Care by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society Dedicated
• Support staff with advanced practice providers, including an MS-trained psychologist, pharmacist, physical therapist, social worker and nurse navigator
• Opportunity to participate in research, including clinical pharmaceutical trials and translational research collaborations, supported by a dedicated multiple sclerosis research nurse and support available through Norton Research Institute
• Opportunity to participate in multidisciplinary boards to collectively decide on treatment plans and strategies with a team of pharmacists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, physical therapists, nutritionists, social services coordinators and other support services providers
• Clinical support from ancillary and rehabilitative services
• Participation in annual continuing medical education symposiums within Norton Neuroscience Institute
• Competitive compensation package, including sign-on and relocation assistance.
  • For candidates coming out of fellowship, we offer up to $100,000 recruitment incentive, and as a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) health care system, candidates may qualify for federal student loan forgiveness.
  • For experienced candidates relocating into the market, we offer a retention bonus of up to $60,000.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION

• Medical degree/diploma
• Residency/fellowship certification
• Kentucky medical license or license eligible

ABOUT NORTON NEUROSCIENCE INSTITUTE

NORTON NEUROSCIENCE INSTITUTE is a collaborative team of more than 130 subspecialized neuroscience providers, including:

• 14 neurosurgeons
• 5 neuropsychologists
• 5 LCSWs
• More than 55 advanced practice providers
• 60 Neurologists subspecialty-trained in:
• Memory care
• Stroke
• Epilepsy
• Multiple sclerosis
• Movement disorders
• Headache medicine
• Neuromuscular disorders
• Sports concussion
• Neurocritical Care
• Neuro-oncology
• Pediatric neurology

REQUIREMENTS

• Medical degree/diploma
• Residency/fellowship certification
• Kentucky medical license or license eligible

PROVIDER DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES

• Norton Provider Leadership Academy
• Leadership councils
• Clinical research support
• Chronic disease task forces
• Operational and electronic health record efficiency improvement
• Provider well-being program
• Community education
• Clinical quality initiatives

WHY NORTON HEALTHCARE FOR YOUR CAREER?

• Approximately 850 Clinical Research Studies
• Professional growth programming through Norton Provider Leadership Academy
• Strong support network of advanced practice providers, nurse navigators, educators and social workers
• Strong continued investment in technology and physical spaces for improved patient care environments
• Norton Cancer Institute earned LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader Designation (2018 to 2022)
• Ranked by Becker’s Healthcare as one of the 150 Top Places to Work In Healthcare in 2019
• Recognized as one of America’s Best Employers for Women by Forbes (2018 and 2019)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Norton Medical Group maintains nearly 30 years of experience operating physician practices and Norton Immediate Care Centers throughout Kentucky and Southern Indiana. A division of Norton Healthcare, Norton Medical Group provides comprehensive management and support services to its medical providers and locations. Nearly 2,000 employed medical providers and over 4,000 employees work at more than 350 locations. Patients have access to multidisciplinary resources through the division’s extensive network of primary and specialty care practices and urgent care centers. More information is available at NortonMedicalGroup.com.

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