Physician Neurology - Competitive Salary

Job Description Location: Bridgeport, CT Bridgeport is located in scenic Fairfield County along the Connecticut coast, just one hour from New York City and 2.5 hours from Boston, offering an exceptional blend of coastal living and urban accessibility. This region is consistently ranked among the best places to live in New England and the nation, providing an outstanding quality of life for healthcare professionals and their families. Facility: This medical center is part of a rapidly growing neuroscience institute with a focus on comprehensive patient care, academics, research, and training. The facility boasts an impressive staff of over 300 Neuroscience physicians and advanced practitioners, supported by a system committed to excellence in patient care and experience. Opportunity: Physician - Neurology Job Details: Serve as Chair of the Department of Neurology, overseeing all aspects of departmental strategic planning, growth, and operations Lead the development and enhancement of departmental clinical and educational activities in accordance with the facility's mission and vision Supervise all professional activities and clinical staff within the Department and its subspecialty divisions Appoint departmental members to committees, establish and coordinate faculty and staff development, and periodically evaluate faculty and staff Oversee all faculty appointments, reappointments, and promotions according to Medical Staff By-Laws Ensure professional performance of all practitioners with clinical privileges in the Department Collaborate with administrative and nursing leadership to build a team-based clinical environment Develop hospital-focused quality metrics and manage outreach to EMS services Promote and support academic teaching and clinical research opportunities Position includes 60% clinical coverage, which may comprise inpatient and/or outpatient clinic coverage depending on specialty Reports directly to the Vice President of Medical Affairs and the Co-Physician-in-Chief of the Neuroscience Institute Medical degree from an accredited university required; board certification in Neurology required Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience required; leadership experience preferred but not required Active CT medical license or eligibility for medical licensure in the State of Connecticut required Strong work ethic with the ability to collaborate effectively within a team-oriented, performance-driven health system Significant opportunities for expanded leadership roles at the system level and career personal growth opportunities Compensation: Employed salary with benefits.