Academic Neurologist

Academic Neurologist Opportunity

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Academic Neurologist to join our team!

We're with you for life's journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn't just something we believe init's something we live every day, for life's journey.

Our Values

Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency

Department

Neurology Physicians

Job Summary

The Neurology Division at Denver Health is seeking a full-time Academic Neurologist to join a dynamic, mission-driven clinical and teaching environment. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive care for patients with neurological disorders affecting the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, and related systems while contributing meaningfully to the education and academic missions of Denver Health and the University of Colorado School of Medicine.

This position includes outpatient and inpatient neurology care, acute stroke management, supervision and teaching of trainees, and participation in scholarship and professional development activities. The successful candidate will receive a faculty appointment in the Department of Neurology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, with rank and track commensurate with qualifications and experience.

About Denver Health

Denver Health is a nationally recognized integrated health care system that includes a large safety-net acute-care hospital, a Level I trauma center, and an extensive network of community health centers. As a major academic affiliate of the University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver Health offers the opportunity to combine high-quality patient care with education, scholarship, and service to a diverse patient population.

Essential Functions

• Diagnose and treat a broad range of neurological conditions.
• Provide comprehensive general neurology care in both outpatient clinic and inpatient consult settings.
• Participate in the emergency evaluation and management of acute stroke.
• Conduct neurological examinations and order and interpret appropriate laboratory, imaging, and neurological testing.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and prescribe medications and therapies.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as clinically appropriate.
• Counsel patients and families regarding treatment, aftercare, and long-term health management.
• Supervise and teach neurology residents, medical students, and other learners.
• Provide supervision of neurology residents covering the inpatient consult service; nighttime supervision is typically provided by telephone discussion with the on-call neurology resident.
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing staff, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team.
• Contribute to the teaching, scholarship, and professional development missions of the Department of Neurology.
• Maintain current knowledge of developments and best practices in neurology through continuing education and professional development.

Required Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree.
• American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology certification or eligibility in Neurology.
• Eligibility for physician licensure through the Colorado Medical Board; an active, unrestricted license is required prior to start.
• Demonstrated competence in comprehensive general neurology, including acute stroke management.
• Demonstrated interest and ability in supervising and teaching residents, medical students, and other learners.
• Basic EEG interpretation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Fellowship training in a neurology subspecialty is preferred but not required.

Scope of Practice

Performance and interpretation of EMG is not required. Formal EEG interpretation is also not required; basic EEG interpretation skills are expected.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques.
• Thorough knowledge of pharmacologic therapies used in neurological care.
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to independently develop and manage patient-care plans.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with patients, families, learners, and colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across clinical and academic teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and professional judgment.
• Proficiency with electronic health record systems and other clinical technology.

Shift

Work Type

Regular

Salary

$227,200.00 - $293,100.00 / yr

Benefits

At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you're joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.

Here is a small list of our benefit programs:

• Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
• 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
• Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
• Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
• Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
• Tuition reimbursement & assistance
• Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

About Denver Health

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver's 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado's primary, and essential, safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.