Neurologist (Nursing Home)
Essen Health Care · Bronx, NY · 2 mo ago
HealthcareFull-time
About the role
We are seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Neurology Physician (MD/DO) to provide on-site neurology consultations for residents in skilled nursing and long-term care settings.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate and manage complex neurologic disorders while collaborating with Advanced Practice Providers and facility teams.
- Diagnose and manage neurologic conditions including stroke, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, dementia, neuropathy, and movement disorders.
- Perform comprehensive neurologic examinations and cognitive assessments.
- Order, interpret, and act upon diagnostic studies including imaging and laboratory tests.
- Manage neurologic medications and treatment plans.
- Supervise and collaborate with Nurse Practitioners and interdisciplinary teams.
- Participate in care planning, quality improvement, and hospital readmission reduction initiatives.
- Ensure accurate and regulatory-compliant documentation in EMR systems.
Requirements
- MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
- Completion of an accredited Neurology residency.
- Active and unrestricted New York State medical license.
- DEA registration.
- Board Eligible or Board Certified in Neurology.
- Experience in SNF/LTC or post-acute care preferred.
Benefits
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically diverse population.