Vascular Neurologist

Overview The Department of Neurology at Northwell Health is seeking an accomplished and visionary Stroke or Neurointerventional Neurologist to serve as Stroke Medical Director in Westchester, NY . This is a full‑time leadership opportunity that offers the chance to guide a high‑performing stroke program within New York State's largest healthcare system, set in a region renowned for its vibrant communities, excellent schools, and high quality of life. This role is ideal for a collaborative physician leader committed to advancing clinical excellence, innovation, quality, and academic growth in stroke care. About the Program Northwell Health boasts one of the nation's most comprehensive stroke networks, including: 4 Comprehensive Stroke Centers 11 Primary Stroke Centers 2 Thrombectomy‑Capable Stroke Centers Our multidisciplinary stroke teams include physician assistants, nurse practitioners, nurses, technicians, and dedicated support staff who work collaboratively to deliver exceptional patient‑centered care. Northwell also maintains a strong commitment to stroke education and training, partnering closely with EMS providers to improve rapid stroke recognition, treatment and outcomes. Phelps Hospital proudly operates a designated Thrombectomy‑Capable Stroke Center, featuring a brand new biplane . Building on this advanced capability, we are projected to establish a new Thrombectomy‑Capable Stroke Center in Northern Westchester over the next 18‑24 months , which is also proceeding towards building its own biplane, significantly enhancing regional access to critical interventions. Northern Westchester Hospital, currently designated as a Stroke Center by the New York State Health Department, has earned the American Stroke Association's "Get with the Guidelines® Stroke Gold Plus" Quality Achievement Award and Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite Plus recognition. These distinctions reflect a sustained commitment to evidence‑based, high‑quality stroke care. For more than four consecutive years, Northwell has earned the distinction of having three hospitals ranked among the Top 50 nationally by U.S. News & World Report for Neurology & Neurosurgery – with two of those top‑ranked hospitals located in our central market. About the Opportunity Reporting to the Chair of Neurology, the Stroke Medical Director will lead the strategic, clinical, operational, and academic direction of the stroke program across the Westchester market. Responsibilities Lead the Stroke Program Team and participate in Neurology Service Line meetings Serve as a liaison between administration and the stroke team, regularly reporting to Executive and Health System leadership Identify opportunities to enhance patient satisfaction and quality of care, ensuring the delivery of high‑quality services Monitor quality data and lead process improvement initiatives to meet and exceed quality standards Collaborate with service‑line leadership to expand and implement best practices in stroke care Oversee physician recruitment, mentorship, and supervision Drive program development, strategic planning, and process improvement initiatives Manage clinical, quality, operational, and financial performance; for Neurointerventional Neurologists, clinical call responsibilities are collaboratively shared with other Neurointerventionalists Candidate Qualifications M.D. Degree from an accredited institution (ACGME or foreign program that is similarly appropriately accredited) Completion of Neurology residency and Stroke/Vascular or Neurointerventional fellowship Must be Board Certified Must be licensed or eligible to be licensed as a physician in the State of New York Minimum of 5 years of experience demonstrating exceptional leadership skills Incentives Incentives include, among others: Highly competitive compensation package commensurate with experience and leadership responsibilities Comprehensive benefits package CME allowance Retirement contribution 403(b) match and 457(b) plans A collaborative culture committed to innovation, diversity, education, and physician leadership. EOE M/F/D/V #J-18808-Ljbffr