Neuromuscular Neurologist

Neurologist, Hospital for Special Surgery: Department of Neurology The Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) is recruiting a full-time Neuromuscular Neurologist to join the HSS Department of Neurology. This is a clinical position with teaching and academic responsibilities. Applicant must be an MD or DO who is BC/BE in Neurology and fellowship trained in neuromuscular medicine or clinical neurophysiology (EMG track). The candidate will establish a practice centered around neuromuscular diseases, with flexible locations offered in the Manhattan and northern New Jersey. Duties and Responsibilities: Evaluate and treat outpatients with neuromuscular diseases. Perform nerve conduction study and electromyography testing. Participate in limited inpatient neurology consult service and weekend/holiday calls. Perform other clinical duties as assigned by the Chief of Neurology. Provide teaching and supervisory duties for neuromuscular medicine fellows, residents, advanced practice providers, and clinical staff as directed by the Chief of Neurology or representative. Provide administrative and patient care support and serve on departmental and/or institutional committees as directed by the Chief of Neurology, Physician-in-Chief and Chief Executive Officer of HSS. Participation in weekly HSS Neurology Grand Rounds, Journal Club, and other academic conferences, as well as regular Departmental meetings. Enhance the recognition and reputation of the Department of Neurology by lecturing, serving on committees, engaging in research initiatives, and/or writing academic papers. Minimum Qualifications: MD or DO Current Board Certification in Neurology Fellowship trained in neuromuscular medicine or clinical neurophysiology (EMG track). Active medical license in NY Compensation: Competitive package with base salary and incentive opportunity. Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, generous CME budget, retirement plan contribution, and moving expenses. About HSS: Founded in 1863, HSS is the world’s leading academic medical center focused on musculoskeletal health. HSS ranks No. 1 in orthopedics (16 years in a row) and No. 3 in rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. HSS is affiliated with the New York-Presbyterian Healthcare System through the hospital's affiliation with Weill Cornell Medical College. The hospital is also affiliated with Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, and Rockefeller University which provide a wealth of opportunities for HSS faculty and trainees. HSS is located on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, with satellites in Westchester County, Long Island, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida (see Focusing on neuromuscular diseases, the Marcia Dunn and Jonathan Sobel Department of Neurology at HSS provides comprehensive, compassionate, and prompt care to patients with mobility disorders. The Department runs several clinics, including neuromuscular clinic, ALS and MDA clinic, and concussion clinic. Our physicians are highly skilled and provide multiple supporting services, including a large intraoperative monitoring service, a high-volume EMG lab, a Botox injection service, infusion care, and comprehensive muscle, nerve, and skin biopsies and pathology interpretation. The Research Institute at HSS coordinates a broad program of research in musculoskeletal and rheumatologic diseases. Our neurologists participate in several multicenter studies of neuromuscular diseases. HSS offers a unique work environment, diverse job types, and extraordinary career opportunities. HSS facilitates professional growth and development, recognizes individual contributions, and encourages leadership roles in the American Academy of Neurology and other organizations. We attract and retain highly skilled professionals, renowned for their leadership and vision in clinical care, teaching, and cutting-edge lab-based, translational, and clinical research. #J-18808-Ljbffr American Academy of Neurology