Memory Care Center Neurologist and Alzheimers Disease Infusion Program Lead

Christianacare Health Systems • Wilmington, DE

110d

About The Position

ChristianaCare is transforming memory care services in the greater Delaware Region, and we are seeking a BC/BE Neurologist to join our dynamic and innovative team at our Swank Center for Memory Care. Ideal candidates will have a deep passion for memory disorders and a strong commitment to advancing Swank Center for Memory Care's Alzheimer's infusion program. Successful completion of either a Cognitive Neurology or Behavioral Neurology/Neuropsychiatry Fellowship is preferred, but not required. ChristianaCare Swank Center for Memory Care: Multidisciplinary team includes specialists in geriatrics, geriatric psychiatry, and neurology. Help patients and their families navigate the many challenges faced when a loved one is diagnosed with dementia. Take a holistic approach to addressing the mental and physical health needs of our patients and their caregivers. ChristianaCare Swank Center for Memory Care was chosen by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services as a Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) model for memory care program. Practice locations include Wilmington, Rehoboth and Smyrna. Hybrid work may be considered based on home practice location.

Requirements

• BE/BC Neurologist.
• Fellowship training or experience in Cognitive Neurology, Behavioral Neurology, or Neuropsychiatry preferred.
• Eligible to obtain license in Delaware and meet credentialing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive assessments, diagnosis, and treatments for patients with memory loss as well serve as the infusion program lead.
• Dedicated administrative time for infusion program lead responsibilities.
• See patients who are referred for evaluation for neurocognitive disorders at Swank Center for Memory Care.
• Evaluate potential candidates for Alzheimer's disease monoclonal antibody treatments.
• Collaborate with other Swank Center for Memory Care clinicians and staff to provide care and consultation.
• Provide education to fellow Swank Center for Memory Care staff clinicians, trainees, and community members.
• Provide on-going treatment and monitoring of infusion treatment patients.
• Work with Swank Center for Memory Care nurse navigator, infusion team staff, Swank Center for Memory Care Department Chair, and others to develop and execute protocols for infusion-based Alzheimer's disease treatments.
• Evaluate potential new dementia treatments for use within Swank Center for Memory Care.
• Develop and implement evidenced-based practices for dementia treatments, including infusion-based.
• Oversee on-going safety and QI initiatives related to anti-dementia related treatments.
• Assist with developing protocols for utilization of biomarkers in assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of Alzheimer's and other neurodegenerative disorders.
• Work with ChristianaCare and Swank Center for Memory Care Leadership teams to expand care and access to infusion-based Alzheimer's disease treatments across Delaware and ChristianaCare's service areas.
• Potential for research activity/support.
• Support and promote the mission of Swank Center for Memory Care and ChristianaCare.

Benefits

• Base salary, annual bonus incentives, loan repayment eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), plus sign-on bonus.
• Health, dental and vision benefits.
• Generous Time Away from Practice (TAP) program for CME, planned, and unplanned time off.
• 403b, 457b, and Defined Contribution Plans.
• Fully paid malpractice insurance.
• 12 weeks paid parental leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree