Nurse Practitioner (Neurology - Movement Disorder) - Ahwatukee, AZ

Job Description

Job Description

Nurse Practitioner (Neurology - Movement Disorder)  Overview & Highlights

Location: Ahwatukee, AZ

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Compensation: $120,000 – $170,000 annually

Work Environment: Outpatient neurology clinic serving adult patients with movement disorders

Coverage Model or Hours: Structured clinic schedule with protected visit times

This is a focused outpatient neurology role centered on caring for patients with movement disorders such as Parkinson’s disease, tremor, dystonia, and related conditions. You’ll manage a consistent daily patient panel of approximately 12 patients, allowing for thoughtful, in-depth clinical care without the pressure of high-volume throughput.

Your day will include a mix of new patient evaluations and follow-up visits, with time built in to thoroughly assess symptoms, adjust treatment plans, and provide education to patients and families. You’ll work closely with a neurology team while maintaining a high level of autonomy in patient management.

This setting offers a steady, predictable workflow with a strong emphasis on continuity of care. You’ll have the opportunity to build long-term relationships with patients while contributing to meaningful improvements in quality of life for a complex and often underserved patient population.

• Structured patient volume with longer visit times—prioritizes quality over quantity
• Specialized focus in movement disorders with meaningful clinical impact
• Outpatient-only setting with a predictable weekday schedule
• Strong continuity of care and opportunity to build lasting patient relationships
• Collaborative neurology environment with provider autonomy
• No travel requirements and stable, on-site workflow

• Board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP)
• Clinical confidence managing adult patients in an outpatient setting
• Interest or experience in neurology or movement disorders
• Strong communication skills and patient-centered approach
• Ability to work independently within a collaborative team

• Conduct comprehensive neurologic evaluations for new and established patients
• Diagnose and manage movement disorders including Parkinson’s disease and tremor
• Develop and adjust individualized treatment plans
• Manage medications, including titration and monitoring for side effects
• Provide patient and caregiver education on disease progression and management
• Coordinate care with neurologists and interdisciplinary team members
• Document patient encounters accurately and efficiently
• Monitor patient outcomes and adjust care plans as needed
• Participate in clinic workflow optimization and care coordination
• Ensure adherence to clinical protocols and quality standards

• Licensed Nurse Practitioner (FNP or ACNP) in Arizona (or ability to obtain)
• Board certification as an FNP or ACNP
• DEA license (or ability to obtain)
• Experience in neurology, primary care, or a related clinical setting

• Experience in neurology or movement disorders
• Prior outpatient clinic experience
• Familiarity with chronic disease management and longitudinal care models
• Comfort with patient education in complex neurologic conditions

• Enjoy building long-term relationships with patients
• Prefer a structured, predictable outpatient schedule
• Value spending more time per patient for thorough care
• Have an interest in neurology or subspecialty care
• Thrive in a collaborative but autonomous clinical environment

• Prefer high-acuity inpatient or hospital-based care
• Want a fast-paced, high-volume clinical setting
• Are seeking procedural-heavy responsibilities
• Prefer variable scheduling or shift-based work
• Are not interested in chronic disease management or follow-up care

This is an opportunity to step into a highly focused neurology role where your time, expertise, and patient relationships are valued. With a manageable daily volume and longer visit times, you can deliver thoughtful, high-quality care that makes a meaningful difference.

If you’re looking for a stable outpatient role with strong work-life balance and a specialized clinical focus, we’d love to connect. Apply today to learn more.

Requirements

• Licensed Nurse Practitioner (FNP or ACNP) in Arizona (or ability to obtain)
• Board certification as an FNP or ACNP
• DEA license (or ability to obtain)
• Experience in neurology, primary care, or a related clinical setting