NeuroHospitalist (Inpatient Consult Neurologist) Physician - INTEGRIS Health Baptist Medical Center - Oklahoma City

INTEGRIS Health•Oklahoma City, OK

13h•Onsite

About The Position

INTEGRIS Health Baptist Medical Center in Oklahoma City is seeking an employed Neurohospitalist (Inpatient Consult Neurologist) to provide direct patient care in a week-on/week-off model. The consult Neurohospitalist Service supports emergency care at a Level II Trauma Center, certified comprehensive stroke center care, and inpatient care. The schedule is seven days on and seven days off, with two neurologists covering at a time. The posting states “168 weeks per year.” The service uses a system-wide EPIC electronic medical record and a Ceribell EEG system. Stroke coordinators support the service’s processes, while a separate Neuro-ICU has separate physician coverage. Required clinical skills include EEG interpretation, including continuous monitoring (two to seven combined daily), and occasional lumbar punctures when necessary, with labs first. The position works within a strong inpatient medical staff culture and a physician-led medical group with a collegial relationship with hospital administration. A resident/fellow education stipend is available. Benefits include a CME allowance; paid state license, DEA, and OBNDD license renewals; medical, vision, dental, life, and disability coverage; malpractice coverage with tail; and retirement plans including 401(k), 403(b) with a yearly employer contribution, and an option for 457(b). The Physician is expected to adhere to applicable National Patient Safety Goals and policies and procedures. The role may involve physical demands and respiratory fit-test requirements. The work environment includes moderate exposure to hazardous risks, such as infections and communicable diseases, blood and body fluids, electrical equipment, chemicals, potential bodily injury from lifting, and workplace violence. Universal safety precautions are required. The position may also involve constant interruptions, noise, disagreeable odors, and assorted chemicals.

Requirements

Oklahoma MD or DO license.
Ability to interpret EEGs, including continuous monitoring.
Ability to perform lumbar punctures when occasionally necessary, with labs first.

Responsibilities

Thoroughly evaluate and appropriately manage each patient, documenting information completely and promptly through written notes or dictation.
Accurately identify relevant medical issues and use appropriate procedures and testing.
Complete and maintain problem lists, medication lists, disease management forms, preventative maintenance flow sheets, and other medical record forms.
Participate in quality improvement and medical management plans as directed by the Medical Operating Committee.
Provide direction to staff members to support an efficient and smooth-running team.
Ensure fiscal viability of the practice.
Comply with applicable policies and procedures.
Take responsibility for patients.
Provide direct patient care.