Neurologist - Neurodegeneration

The Baltimore VA Medical Center (VAMC) is seeking a Neurologist with specialty interests in neurodegenerative disorders to join its premier facility. As an academic affiliate of the University of Maryland School of Medicine, the Baltimore VAMC offers a collaborative teaching environment focused on advanced medical care and cutting-edge research. The selected provider will deliver direct clinical care, neurological consultations, and participate in quality improvement initiatives within an integrated setting.

Practice Info

• Baltimore VA Medical Center (VAMC) is a premier facility within the VA Maryland Health Care System (VAMHCS)
• Academic affiliate of the University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM)
• Modern 324-bed facility adjacent to University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC), connected by a walkway for educational, research, and clinical integration
• Environment known for advanced medical care, cutting-edge research, and a collaborative teaching environment

Shift & Schedule

• Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical care for patients with neurodegenerative disorders, including Parkinsons disease, Alzheimer's disease, Lewy body disease, Frontotemporal dementia and Huntington's disease
• Provide neurological consultation for VAMHCS inpatients
• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage general neurology patients across a broad spectrum of conditions
• Perform detailed neurological assessments, order and interpret diagnostic testing, and develop evidence-based treatment plans
• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech pathology, palliative care, mental health, and social work
• Ensure continuity of care, timely follow-up, and effective communication with patients, caregivers, and referring providers
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical reviews, and process enhancements to improve access and health outcomes
• Contribute to education and support for trainees, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team members as needed

Compensation

• $250,000 to $350,000 annual competitive salary
• Performance pay up to $15,000 annually
• Regular salary increases

Benefits

• 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME)
• Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting)
• Federal 401(k) with up to 5% in contributions by VA
• Federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance programs (many can be carried into retirement)
• Possible $1,000 per year CME reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification)
• Free liability protection with tail coverage provided
• No Physician Employment Contract
• Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program (award amount up to $200,000 and eligibility period one to five years, subject to VHA policy and application within four months of appointment)

Qualifications

• Preferred: fellowship training in movement disorders or cognitive disorders/behavioral neurology
• 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory
• No visa sponsorship available