General/Community Neurologist - Saint Luke's Marion Bloch Neuroscience Institute- Kansas City, MO

Job Description

Job DescriptionJob Opportunity: General/Community Neurologist

Our organization is on the lookout for board-certified or board-eligible general/community neurologists. We welcome both recent graduates and seasoned mid-career professionals, all of whom will receive robust support.

Position Overview

This role is primarily outpatient-focused, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to develop tailored treatment plans for patients.

• Our facility serves as the main teaching hospital for the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) Medical School, offering the chance for academic appointments based on experience.
• The neurology residency program accommodates 12 residents, providing educational experiences across all comprehensive treatment centers within the Neuroscience Institute.
• Numerous research opportunities are available, with a proven history of success; motivated candidates may also qualify for start-up funding.
• On-call duties are distributed among neurologists, promoting a balanced lifestyle supported by advanced practice providers (APPs).
• We utilize a fully integrated Epic electronic medical record (EMR) system.
• As a non-profit entity, our employees are eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a highly competitive employment package that includes:

• A guaranteed salary
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and malpractice insurance
• A tax-deferred retirement plan with employer matching
• Generous paid time off
• A substantial annual continuing medical education (CME) allowance

About Our Neuroscience Institute

The Marion Bloch Neuroscience Institute is part of our organization, which is a significant player in the non-profit healthcare sector in the United States. This institute serves as a comprehensive hub for neuroscience research, education, and evidence-based medical practices, uniting experts in neurology, neurosurgery, interventional neuroradiology, neurotology, psychiatry, and physical medicine and rehabilitation.

Since its inception in 1993, when pioneering doctors conducted one of the first intra-arterial stroke reversal procedures, our specialists have continued to lead advancements in stroke treatment, successfully reversing strokes in thousands of patients through our extensive network of stroke centers. The Neuroscience Institute is recognized globally for its innovative approaches to both pharmacological and mechanical interventions aimed at mitigating the effects of ischemic stroke.

Specialized Care

Our team of highly specialized neuroscientists is dedicated to delivering comprehensive care for complex neurological conditions, including:

• Stroke
• Epilepsy
• Brain tumors
• Parkinson's and Alzheimer's diseases
• Multiple sclerosis
• Headaches and facial pain
• Aneurysms and intracerebral hemorrhages
• Memory disorders
• Hearing and balance disorders
• Sleep disorders

Our multispecialty team employs the latest minimally invasive spinal surgical techniques to address both acute and chronic back pain, supported by a fellowship-trained neurosurgery team with expertise ranging from deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery to the treatment of skull-based tumors.

About Our Organization

We are proud to serve the West Region of BJC Health, one of the largest non-profit healthcare organizations in the United States. With 10 hospitals and campuses, numerous health service organizations, and over 100 primary and specialty care offices, we are committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate healthcare across urban, suburban, and rural communities in 65 specialty services throughout 67 counties in Missouri and Kansas. Our facility in Kansas City is nationally recognized for excellence and is among the top hospitals in the region.

Living in Kansas City

Kansas City is a vibrant place to live and work, serving over 2.1 million residents across 240 neighborhoods in both Kansas and Missouri. Recognized by USA Today for its affordability, excellent schools, and manageable traffic, the greater Kansas City area boasts a thriving arts scene, championship sports teams, natural beauty, and an outstanding quality of life.