Neurologist w/Recruitment-Relocation Incentive/EDRP

About the role

The Amarillo VA Health Care System is currently recruiting for a full time Physician (Neurologist) specializing in treating and managing neurological conditions of Veteran patients who are experiencing seizure disorders, multiple sclerosis, neurodegenerative disorders, migraines and much more.

Responsibilities

• Treat and manage neurological conditions patients who are experiencing seizure disorders, multiple sclerosis, neurodegenerative disorders, migraines, and much more.
• Conduct neurologic consultations and follow-up care to the patients at the Amarillo VA Health Care System.
• Work with primary care physicians on a consulting basis should a patient shows symptoms related to a neurological issue.
• Diagnose neurological disorders and order diagnostic tests such as blood tests and imaging tests to aid in identifying neurological disorders.
• Perform and evaluate the outcome of a Lumbar puncture, Tensilon test, and EEG.
• Develop treatment plan(s) for patient and their specific condition.
• Direct the activities of nurses and other medical technicians in the treatment of patients.
• Evaluate patient progress.
• Provide training to medical students or other staff members.
• Actively continue education by staying up to date in the field to provide patients with the best care.

Requirements

• Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia.
• Residency Training: Physicians must have completed residency training, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification.
• Board Certified/Board Eligible in Neurology.
• 3 years or more of clinical practice.
• 5 years' experience in diagnosis and treatment of patient population with Neurological conditions.
• Experience with the administration of Botox injections, EMG's and TBI.
• Physical Requirements: Light lifting, under 15 pounds; light carrying, under 15 pounds; Reaching above shoulder; Use of fingers; Both hands required; Walking (8hrs); Standing (8hrs); Repeated bending (2-4hrs); Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; Both eyes required; Depth perception; Ability to distinguish basic colors; Ability to distinguish shades of colors; Hearing (aid permitted); Mental/ Emotional Stability; Ability to perform privileges Independently perform physical exam; Cognitive Stability.

Qualifications

• To qualify for this position, you must meet the basic requirements as well as any additional requirements (if applicable) listed in the job announcement.
• Currently employed physician(s) in VA who met the requirements for appointment under the previous qualification standard at the time of their initial appointment are deemed to have met the basic requirements of the occupation.

Skills

None specified in the job posting.

Benefits

None specified in the job posting.

Pay

Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases

Schedule

Monday through Friday (8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.)