Outpatient Neurology Specialist, Neuromuscular

Ambulatory Neurosciences:
Neurology Specialist

Christiana Care, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare, is actively recruiting a BE/BC Neurologist specializing Neuromuscular Medicine to join Delaware's largest employed ambulatory Neurology practice. All other neurology subspecialties are welcome to apply as well. This position will be based out of Newark, DE and may include rotations in Elkton, Maryland, Whitehall or Wilmington, Delaware. Christiana Care currently has 1 neuromuscular specialist along with 1 dedicated APP, a dedicated Nurse, a team of support staff, a full time EMG tech, embedded psychologist and specialty pharmacy.

We currently perform EMGs at our Newark location with plans to recruit another EMG tech to perform EMGs at our Whitehall location as well.

The Neuroscience Service Line at Christiana Care includes a robust inpatient neuro-hospitalist service covering a comprehensive stroke center, a neurocritical care unit, a neuro-interventional surgical service, neurosurgery, as well as a large multi-subspecialty ambulatory practice. The ambulatory practice includes 18 Board Certified Neurologists including 2 Pediatric Neurologists, 8 advanced practice providers, 7 clinical nurses, a full-time social worker, an embedded specialty pharmacy concierge and pharmacist, and an embedded psychologist.

Why Christiana Care?

• To achieve a patient centered, comprehensive coordinated care model that is physician-led and nurse-coordinated, our outpatient neurology practice is organized into teams, consisting of physicians, an advanced practice clinician, a nurse, an office assistant, and medical assistants.

• Our practice has subspecialists in every facet of Neurology and encourages robust collaboration between our providers.

• Opportunity to scale significant portion of practice to be Neuromuscular, Movement Disorders, or Headache Medicine

• Blocked time to perform EMGs, if desired.

• Ability to perform Botox, blocks and other injections, if desired.

• 1:5 weekend call with no stroke call

• Can support subspecialty along with general Neurology clinical work.

• No stroke call. Advanced practice provider weekday coverage.

• Opportunity to be involved in medical student and resident education.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive Base salary, bonus incentives, plus sign-on bonus. Eligibility for PSLF participation.

• Generous CME allowance and Time off

• 403(b) (with company match), 457b and Defined Contribution Plans

• Fully paid malpractice insurance with tail coverage

• 12 weeks paid parental leave

• Robust employee wellness program including a variety of membership and discount options.

Position Qualifications

• BE/BC in Neurology

• Fellowship training in Neuromuscular Medicine or Movement Disorders Medicine desired but not required

• Must have the ability to be licensed in the State of Delaware and Maryland and meet credentialing requirements

About Christiana Care

Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, Christiana Care is one of the country's most dynamic health care organizations! Christiana Care includes an extensive network of primary care and outpatient services, home health care, urgent care centers, three hospitals (1,336 beds), a freestanding emergency department, a Level I trauma center and a Level III neonatal intensive care unit, a comprehensive stroke center and regional centers of excellence in heart and vascular care, cancer care and women's health.

Christiana Care is rated by Forbes as the 2nd best health system for diversity and inclusion, and the 29th best health system to work for in the United States, and by IDG Computerworld as one of the nation's Best Places to Work in IT. Christiana Care is rated by Health grades as one of America's 50 Best Hospitals and continually ranked among the nation's best by U.S. News & World Report, Newsweek, and other national quality ratings.

Living in and around Delaware offers varied and affordable housing options in DE, PA, MD, or NJ. Connected by Amtrak and I-95 this region is a hub for excellent restaurants, entertainment and sporting venues, cultural events and some of the nation's best colleges and universities. Our location puts you within 1-3 hours of four international airports, major cities including Philadelphia, New York City and Washington, D.C., popular beach towns in MD, DE and NJ and popular ski resorts in PA and NY.

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