PHYSICIAN - NEUROLOGY

divh2Physician - Neurology/h2pIndependence Health Physician Practices has an exciting opportunity for a Physician-Neurology in Westmoreland County. The Physician, Neurologist, examines, diagnoses and treats outpatient patients. The position manages patients through the continuum of care by collaborating with other medical professionals including Clinical Assistants, Medical Assistants, Clerical and Administrative staff. The position orders treatments, tests, mediation and consults with other specialty physicians and primary care physician where appropriate. We have a collaborative work environment, offer competitive compensation/benefits and work life balance./ppstrongEssential Job Functions/strong/pulliRefer patients to medical specialist, social services or other professionals as appropriate/liliProvide direct patient care services at the assigned Neurology offices/liliShare on-call responsibilities for the Neurology Department during holidays, evenings and weekends./liliAssist with the interviewing and selection of prospective candidates for Neurology./liliAttend assigned medical group conference and meetings upon requests./liliCommunicate with patients primary care physicians to maintain continuity and quality of care/liliPrescribe medications or treatment regimens as appropriate/liliOrder or interpret the results of tests such as laboratory tests and radiography (x-rays) and advanced imaging./liliDiagnose, treat or provide continuous care to patients./liliWorks in a modern environment including audio-dictation, EMR and digital radiology/liliOther duties as assigned./li/ulpstrongCompetency and Experience [Knowledge, Skills and Abilities]/strong/ppstrongRequired Qualifications/Experience/strong/pulliDoctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree./liliFour (4) to seven (7) years of internship and residency training, pertaining to neurological specialties./liliStrong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice./liliStrong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience./li/ulpstrongPreferred Qualifications/Experience/strong/pulli2-4 years experience in neurology./liliExperience in Healthcare setting./li/ulpstrongLicense, Certification Clearances/strong/pulliCurrent medical license in the state of Pennsylvania./liliCertification by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology./liliDEA License/liliAct 33 with renewal/liliAct 34 with renewal/liliAct 73 FBI Clearance with renewal/liliBasic Life Support (BLS) preferred./li/ulpstrongPosition Type/Expected Hours of Work/strong/pulliIncumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.)./liliTravel may be expected locally between System locations./li/ulpstrongEqual Employment Opportunity/strong/ppIndependence Health and its affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. It is their policy to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. Independence Health and its affiliated companies will comply with all applicable laws and regulations./ppstrongDisclaimer/strong/ppThis job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Moreover, duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice/p/div

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