Neurologist

About the role

The Neurologist is responsible for diagnosing, treating, and managing disorders of the brain, spinal cord, nerves, and muscles. This role provides comprehensive neurological care to patients through clinical evaluations, diagnostic testing interpretation, and development of treatment plans. The Neurologist collaborates with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care and improve neurological health outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with neurological conditions including epilepsy, stroke, migraines, neuropathies, multiple sclerosis, movement disorders, dementia, and neuromuscular diseases.
• Perform comprehensive neurological examinations and assessments.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests such as EEGs, EMGs, MRIs, CT scans, and laboratory studies.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans including medication management and non-pharmacologic interventions.
• Provide consultation services to other physicians and healthcare professionals regarding neurological conditions.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, disease management, and preventative care.
• Document patient encounters accurately and timely in the electronic medical record.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical protocol development.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including primary care providers, neurosurgeons, psychiatrists, therapists, and advanced practice providers.
• Supervise and collaborate with Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) when applicable.
• Participate in call rotation as required.
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory, organizational, and safety standards.

Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an accredited Neurology residency program.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurology.
• Valid and unrestricted state medical license (or eligibility).
• DEA registration for prescribing controlled substances.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and/or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification as required.

Skills

• Fellowship training in subspecialty areas such as stroke, epilepsy, neuromuscular disorders, movement disorders, or neurophysiology.
• Experience in outpatient neurology practice.

About the organization

For over 70 years, the Minneapolis Clinic of Neurology has remained committed to exceptional, personalized care for patients and their families. The Minneapolis Clinic of Neurology is one of the largest physician-owned neurology clinics in the Midwest serving 55,000 patients every year. Subspecialties include Multiple Sclerosis, Alzheimer’s, dementia, stroke, sleep, headache, epilepsy, and other cognitive neurological disorders. Our holistic approach to patient care includes neuropsychology, infusion, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and neurodiagnostic services.