Physician Epileptologist

Bronson Healthcare•Kalamazoo, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Bronson Medical Group is seeking a full-time Epileptologist to join the established Bronson Neuroscience Center in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The role focuses on diagnosing and managing epilepsy and seizure disorders, with a mix of outpatient clinic care, epilepsy monitoring unit work, and EEG reading. The physician will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a fully staffed clinic with advanced practice provider support. The growing practice includes twelve neurologists and eight APPs. The center is a Level 3 NAEC Epilepsy Center and the only epilepsy center in Southwest Michigan. Its six-bed EMU serves adult and pediatric populations. The position is employed by Bronson Medical Group and has a well-developed referral base. Teaching and academic affiliation opportunities are available through Western Michigan University’s Homer Stryker School of Medicine. The system uses Epic EMR and offers advanced neuroimaging, including MRI, fMRI, PET, and SPECT. The ideal candidate provides personalized, evidence-based care, works well on a team, is eager to learn, communicates effectively, and has a passion for neurology. The position is based at Bronson Methodist Hospital South Campus in Kalamazoo, Michigan, with a first-shift schedule of 40 hours per week.

Requirements

MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
Completion of an accredited Neurology residency program.
Board eligible or board certified in Neurology.
Completion of an accredited Epilepsy fellowship.
Board eligible or board certified in Epilepsy.
Current Michigan medical license, or eligibility to obtain one; the posting also lists a current Michigan medical license as a qualification.
Current DEA license; the posting also lists a current DEA and DPS Certificate of Registration.
Must maintain all requirements for medical staff privileges.
Medical degree and two years of direct or internship experience required.
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 and proper telephone etiquette.
Ability to perform tactfully and professionally.

Responsibilities

Provide medical care by interviewing, examining, and treating clinical patients.
Educate patients and families about wellness, prevention, and early detection, including providing materials and resources.
Determine referrals and the urgency of follow-up, referral, and consultation appointments based on examinations and patient needs.
Exercise final medical judgment in health care matters.
Prescribe medical treatment and clinical drugs to patients.
Order studies, tests, and ancillary services.
Document services in patient medical records.
Regularly review long-term cases requiring ongoing medical attention.
Consult with the Medical Director and other professionals regarding patient care, assessment, and education as needed.
Participate in process improvement, management, continuing education, and other patient care programs required by the hospital or clinic.
Oversee mid-level medical staff as assigned and nursing clinical staff.
Assist in resolving patient complaints, requests, and inquiries.
Maintain confidentiality of patient information in accordance with federal guidelines and regulations.
Provide outstanding customer service consistent with the organization’s mission, values, and customer service standards.
Provide epilepsy and seizure-disorder care through outpatient clinic work, epilepsy monitoring unit service, and EEG reading.