Faculty Associate - Neurology

University of Maryland Emergency Medicine•Largo, MD

6d•$300,000 - $380,000•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Maryland Faculty Practice is seeking a full-time faculty neurologist to join the Department of Neurology. The position is based at UM Capital Region Health in Largo, Maryland, and primarily focuses on providing high-quality outpatient neurological care to the surrounding community. The Department of Neurology is a comprehensive academic department focused on patient care, education, and research. Its faculty evaluate and treat a broad range of neurological conditions, including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), migraine, and other complex neurological conditions. Services span inpatient, consultative, and outpatient care, with a Comprehensive Stroke Center, Level 4 Epilepsy Center, Neuro-Critical Care Unit, and comprehensive outpatient programs. A multidisciplinary approach connects patients with advanced diagnostic, therapeutic, and rehabilitation services. The department is committed to advancing neurological care through research and clinical innovation. Faculty participate in federally funded research and clinical trials investigating approaches to diagnosing and treating neurological disorders. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive outpatient neurological evaluation and treatment, including patient examinations, diagnosis and treatment planning, ordering and interpreting appropriate diagnostic tests and procedures, coordinating care with other healthcare professionals, and ongoing management of patients. Additional responsibilities may include participation in departmental, educational, and academic activities, as appropriate to the position. The department seeks a collaborative, patient-focused neurologist committed to outstanding care and the continued growth of neurology services at UM Capital Region Health.

Requirements

Doctoral degree in Medicine in the area of specialty.
3–5 years of clinical experience.
CPR certification.
BLS certification.
ACLS and/or other relevant certification as required by the department.
Board certification or eligibility in the area of specialty.
Demonstrated ability to promote professionalism through involvement in professional organizations, teaching, research, and/or publishing.
Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient populations served, including understanding growth and development across the lifespan and assessing patient data relative to population-specific and age-specific needs.
Highly effective verbal and written communication skills for interacting with patients, patients’ families, departmental units, and medical and nursing staff.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive outpatient neurological evaluation and treatment.
Perform patient examinations and develop diagnoses and treatment plans.
Order and interpret appropriate diagnostic tests and procedures.
Coordinate care with other healthcare professionals.
Provide ongoing management of patients with neurological conditions.
Participate in departmental, educational, and academic activities as appropriate to the position.