Neurologist w/Recruitment-Relocation Incentive/EDRP

Department of Veterans Affairs • Amarillo, TX

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About The Position

The Amarillo VA Health Care System is currently recruiting for a full time Physician (Neurologist) specializing in treating and managing neurological conditions of Veteran patients who are experiencing seizure disorders, multiple sclerosis, neurodegenerative disorders, migraines and much more. A Recruitment/Relocation Incentive may be considered for a highly qualified candidate. This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP). The Neurologist is responsible for treating and managing neurological conditions patients who are experience seizure disorders, multiple sclerosis, neurodegenerative disorders, migraines, and much more.

Requirements

• 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory.

Responsibilities

• Conduct neurologic consultations and follow-up care to the patients at the Amarillo VA Health Care System.
• Work with primary care physicians on a consulting basis should a patient shows symptoms related to a neurological issue.
• Diagnose neurological disorders and order diagnostic tests such as blood tests and imaging tests to aid in identifying neurological disorders.
• Perform and evaluate the outcome of a Lumbar puncture, Tensilon test, and EEG.
• Develop treatment plan(s) for patient and their specific condition.
• Direct the activities of nurses and other medical technicians in the treatment of patients.
• Evaluate patient progress.
• Provide training to medical students or other staff members.
• Actively continue education by staying up to date in the field to provide patients with the best care.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases
• 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME)
• Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
• Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
• Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement for CME
• Free liability protection with tail coverage provided

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Administration of Human Resource Programs
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees