Neuromuscular Neurologist

Bronson Healthcare•Kalamazoo, MI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Bronson Neuroscience Center has an outstanding opportunity to join their established, highly reputable practice in Southwest Michigan. Seeking to employ a full-time, fellowship trained, BC/BE Neuromuscular Neurologist. Our successful growing practice currently supports twelve neurologists and eight APPs. The ideal candidate will have a desire for providing personalized, evidence-based, care at the highest level. We are looking for someone who is a good team-player, eager to learn, has great communications skills, and a passion for neurology. Position overview: Focus on treating patients with neuromuscular disorders and to focus on sub-specialty care, such as neuropathy, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), etc. May have a small component of general neurology. Comprehensive APP Support. Dedicated EMG days with support from experienced Neurodiagnostic Technicians within an AANEM Accredited Lab. Role also includes leadership position over our Neurodiagnostics/EMG Lab. Opportunity for teaching and academic affiliation through Western Michigan University’s Homer Stryker School of Medicine. Participation in clinical trials will be encouraged but not required. EMR: Epic Weekday call averages 4 nights per month (no weekend call)

Requirements

Board-certified or board-eligible neurologist
Fellowship in Neuromuscular or Clinical Neurophysiology with EMG/neuromuscular emphasis
Michigan Medical, DEA, and CDS licenses
Medical degree and 2 years of direct or intern experience required
Current Medical License in the state of Michigan
Current DEA and DPS Certificate of Registration
Must maintain all requirements for medical staff privileges
Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques
Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment
Effective verbal and written communication skills along with proper telephone etiquette
Performs in a tactful and professional manner

Nice To Haves

Good team-player
Eager to learn
Great communications skills
Passion for neurology
Participation in clinical trials will be encouraged but not required.

Responsibilities

Provides medical patient care by interviewing, examining and treating of clinical patients in order to meet their medical needs
Educates patients on wellness, prevention and early detection by providing materials and resources to the patients and families
Determines which referrals are required based on examination and patient needs
Determines level of urgency of follow-up, referral/consultation appointments
Exercises final medical judgment in all issues of health care
Prescribes medical treatment and clinical drugs to patients
Orders studies, test and ancillary services
Documents all services in patient medical record
Reviews on a regular basis long term cases that require ongoing medical attention
Consults with Medical Director and other professionals on staff as needed regarding patient care, assessment, and education issues
Participates in process improvement, management, continuing education, and other patient care programs established by the hospital or clinic requirements
Oversees mid-level medical staff as assigned as well as nursing clinical staff
Assists in the resolution of complaints, requests and inquiries from patients
Maintains confidentiality of all patient information according to federal guidelines and regulations
Demonstrates commitment to providing outstanding customer service to all customers in a manner reflective of our mission, values and customer service standards.
Focus on treating patients with neuromuscular disorders and to focus on sub-specialty care, such as neuropathy, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), etc.
May have a small component of general neurology.
Support from experienced Neurodiagnostic Technicians within an AANEM Accredited Lab.
Leadership position over our Neurodiagnostics/EMG Lab.
Teaching and academic affiliation through Western Michigan University’s Homer Stryker School of Medicine.
Participation in clinical trials will be encouraged but not required.
Willing to support and lead our ALS Program.