Neurohospitalist - Saint Luke's Marion Bloch Neuroscience Institute - Kansas City, MO

Job Description

Job Description

Our organization is on the lookout for board-certified or board-eligible neurohospitalists to become part of a vibrant and expanding team of neurologists and seven neurohospitalists in Kansas City, MO.

• The role involves 100% inpatient responsibilities, with the neurohospitalist rotating at a comprehensive stroke center, supported by residents and advanced practice providers. Additionally, the neurohospitalist will oversee busy primary stroke centers.

• Our facility offers the most advanced stroke care in the region, treating over 4,000 patients annually with cutting-edge stroke-reversal therapies.

• We are recognized as a leader in employing both pharmacological and mechanical methods to counteract the permanent and debilitating impacts of ischemic stroke.

• In 1993, our physicians conducted one of the first intra-arterial stroke reversal procedures globally, marking a significant milestone in stroke treatment.

• Our hospital serves as the primary teaching institution for the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) Medical School, offering opportunities for academic appointments based on experience.

• The neurology residency program includes three residents who will gain educational experiences in our comprehensive treatment center, learning to diagnose and manage complex neurological disorders across various care environments.

• There are numerous research opportunities available, with a proven track record of success and potential start-up funding for driven candidates.

• We offer a highly competitive employment package that guarantees a salary along with excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and malpractice insurance, a tax-deferred retirement plan with employer matching, generous paid time off, and a substantial annual CME allowance.

The Neuroscience Institute is part of our organization, which is a significant nonprofit healthcare provider in the United States. This institute serves as a comprehensive center for neuroscience research, education, and evidence-based medicine, uniting experts in neurology, neurosurgery, interventional neuroradiology, neurotology, psychiatry, and physical medicine and rehabilitation. Our legacy of innovation began in 1993 with the pioneering of intra-arterial stroke reversal procedures. Our specialists continue to lead advancements in stroke treatments, successfully reversing strokes for thousands of patients through our extensive network of stroke centers.

The Neuroscience Institute is a global frontrunner in utilizing both drug and mechanical interventions to mitigate the debilitating effects of ischemic stroke. We bring together highly specialized neuroscientists to deliver comprehensive care for complex neurological conditions, including stroke, epilepsy, brain tumors, Parkinson's and Alzheimer's diseases, multiple sclerosis, headaches, facial pain, aneurysms, intracerebral hemorrhages, memory disorders, hearing and balance issues, and sleep disorders. Our multidisciplinary team employs the latest minimally invasive spinal surgical techniques to address both acute and chronic back pain, supported by a fellowship-trained neurosurgery team with diverse subspecialties.

We serve as a key healthcare provider in the West Region, part of one of the largest nonprofit health systems in the United States. With ten hospitals and campuses, numerous health service organizations, and over 100 primary and specialty care offices, we deliver high-quality, compassionate healthcare across urban, suburban, and rural communities in 65 specialty areas throughout 67 counties in Missouri and Kansas. Our hospital is nationally recognized and stands among the elite healthcare facilities in the region, committed to excellence in patient care and the advancement of medical research and education.

We take pride in being part of the Kansas City community. With facilities on both sides of the state line, we serve over 2.1 million residents across 240 neighborhoods in Kansas and Missouri. Kansas City has consistently been recognized for its affordability, high-quality educational institutions, and manageable traffic. The greater Kansas City area is a vibrant and growing community, celebrated for its rich arts culture, championship sports teams, natural beauty, and outstanding quality of life.