Cognitive Neurologist, Thomas Jefferson University
About The Position
The Department of Neurology at Thomas Jefferson University / Jefferson Health is seeking a Cognitive Neurologist to join its established Cognitive Disorders program in Center City Philadelphia. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive evaluation and management of patients with cognitive impairment, memory disorders, dementia, and neurodegenerative diseases. This position offers the opportunity to participate in clinical care, medical education, research, and multidisciplinary program development within Jefferson’s academic neuroscience environment. The primary practice location is 901 Walnut Street in Philadelphia, with access to Jefferson Hospital for Neuroscience and the broader Jefferson neuroscience network.
Requirements
- MD, DO, or equivalent medical degree
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited Neurology residency or equivalent training
- Board certification or board eligibility in Neurology
- Eligibility for medical licensure in Pennsylvania
- Demonstrated clinical interest in cognitive neurology, memory disorders, dementia, or neurodegenerative disease
Nice To Haves
- Fellowship training in Cognitive Neurology, Behavioral Neurology, Geriatric Neurology, or a related subspecialty
- Experience caring for patients with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias
- Interest or experience in clinical research or clinical trials
- Interest in medical education
Responsibilities
- Evaluate and manage patients with cognitive impairment, memory disorders, and neurodegenerative conditions
- Diagnose and treat patients with Alzheimer’s disease, mild cognitive impairment, Lewy body dementia, frontotemporal dementia, and related disorders
- Provide longitudinal management and counseling for patients and families
- Collaborate with neuropsychology, neuroradiology, psychiatry, geriatrics, primary care, and other specialists as appropriate
- Participate in multidisciplinary cognitive disorders care
- Participate in clinical research and clinical trials as applicable
- Teach medical students, residents, fellows, and other learners
- Participate in departmental conferences and educational activities
- Contribute to the continued development of Jefferson’s Cognitive Disorders program
- Support quality improvement and other departmental initiatives
Benefits
- medical (including prescription)
- supplemental insurance
- dental
- vision
- life and AD&D insurance
- short- and long-term disability
- flexible spending accounts
- retirement plans
- tuition assistance
- voluntary benefits
- tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
