Physician - Neurology

Neurologist Position

The neurologist is expected to perform all services required in the practice of Neurology in the context of the VA system and his/her clinical privileges; and provide appropriate documentation in the medical record.

• The neurologist will:
  • See patients in the outpatient general neurology consult and follow-up clinics. The outpatient clinics will consist of both in-person and virtual clinics.
  • See inpatient neurology consults.
  • Take calls from the ED as needed
  • Be responsible for the oversight of all aspects of neurologic care delivered to their assigned patients.
  • Perform neurologic procedures like NCS/EMG, EEG interpretation and/or botulinum toxin injections commensurate to his/her individual training and expertise, in accordance with local VA credentialing and privileging requirements.
  • Supervise and teach neurology residents and other learners with potential for a leadership position in residency program

This position carries the possibility of a joint faculty appointment at the University of New Mexico. Applicants must have the appropriate credentials for a faculty appointment at the Assistant Professor level or higher at the University of New Mexico Health Science Center.