Neurologist Opportunity
Job at a glance
Job description
At NorthBay Health the Board Certified, Licensed Neurologist will practice in our highly regarded health system in Northern California. NorthBay Neuroscience experts dedicated to treat the full range of complex neurological conditions comprise NorthBay Health Neuroscience & Spine.
With expertise in stroke, epilepsy, movement disorders, Alzheimer’s and other dementias, brain tumors and neurotrauma, and other neurologic conditions, our specialists provide round-the–clock care for emergencies with support from advanced-trained nursing and therapists at NorthBay Medical Center and VacaValley Hospital.
NorthBay Health is ideally located between the San Francisco Bay Area Region, Napa Valley and Sacramento. With an abundance of recreation and leisure options Northern California offers residents the landscape for healthy active living.
At NorthBay Health, our vision is to be the trusted healthcare partner of choice for the communities we serve. We are dedicated to improving the well-being of our community by providing accessible, high-quality care to all who need it. Every member of our team plays a vital role in delivering compassionate and effective healthcare solutions. We invite you to join us in our mission to ensure that every patient and family member feels valued, respected, and cared for throughout their healthcare journey.
Position Overview:
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM; Dedicated procedure and administrative time
- Call Ratio: Shared call
- Daily Patient Census: 14 - 16
- Equipment/Resources:
- Provider Support: Collaborative team of physicians and Advanced Practice Providers (APPs)
Job Responsibilities
Diagnosing complex medical problems by referring to a patient’s history, examining them, and conducting neurological tests.
Counseling patients on neurological disorders and their background.
Ordering neurological tests and interpreting the results of neuroimaging studies.
Prescribing and/or administering treatment and medication.
Monitoring the behavioral and cognitive side effects of treatment and medication.
Ordering supportive care services for patients.
Participating in neuroscience research activities.
Liaising with medical professionals in the community and hospitals.
Keeping up-to-date with neurological developments, treatments, and medication.
Performing specialized treatments such as sleep disorders, neuroimmunology, neuro-oncology, behavioral neurology, and neurogenetics.
Performing and interpreting lumbar punctures, electroencephalography, electromyography, and nerve conduction velocity tests.
Qualifications
MD or DO degree
Board-certified in Neurology
Licensed to practice medicine in the state
Proven experience in Neurology procedures
Excellent diagnostic and problem-solving skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
Working Hours