Androscoggin Valley Hospital
Neurologist
Androscoggin Valley Hospital, Berlin, New Hampshire, us, 03570
Job Summary:
Seeking a full-time (4.0 or 4.5 days/week) neurologist to join a highlyproductive, skilled, and popular neurologist at AVH and selected outreachclinic sites to help meet clinical demands for services and build a neurologyservice for North Country Healthcare (system of 3 Critical Access Hospitals).
Provides office-based general neurology services to new andestablished patients (adolescents age 16 and older as well as adults) including:medication managementeducation and counseling of patients andfamiliesordering diagnostic testsreferral to related other specialties(e.g., cardiology, orthopedics, pain management, pulmonology, sleep medicine)locallyreferral to subspecialty neurologists at tertiary care centerscommunication with PCP'sMost commonly diagnoses encountered are:
MigraineMemory LossEssential TremorParkinson's DiseaseCognitive ImpairmentDizzinessEpilepsyMultiple SclerosisPolyneuropathyHeadachePartners with other members of neurology team (e.g., neurologistcolleague, radiologist, EEG technologists, MA's and RN's, physical therapists). Infrequently provides consultation for inpatients (0-3 times/week). More often provides curbside (unofficial)consultations to hospitalist and arranges to see patient in timely manner ( Essential Qualifications:
Prefer candidateshave prior experience (at least 2-5 years) in broad spectrum of generalneurology. Priorexperience in a small hospital or CAH desired. Ability to interpretEEG studies desirable but not required. Ability to perform Botoxinjections desirable but not required. Team oriented, collaborative, andpatient focused. High level of customerservice (patient satisfaction) is expected. Must be comfortable with ruralnature of practice/hospital, only one neurology colleague, solo coverage, andAVH's complement of specialists and diagnostic testing capacity. Selected newgraduates from residency or fellowship training may be eligible.
Benefits:
Vacation, 5 weeks per year5 sick days, 6 holidays per yearCME, 2 weeks per year, plus $4,000 CME fundsCommencement bonus, Citizenship bonus, and Productivity bonuseligibleRelocation funds/reimbursementInsurances: health, dental, vision, short- and long-termdisability, lifeRetirement plansProfessional liability coverage with tail
About AVH:
The major strength of Androscoggin Valley Hospital (AVH) is found in its wide network of specialists who provide care throughout Coos and portions of Carroll County, NH. With wide-ranging specialties including, but not limited to, Audiology, Urology, Ear, Nose, Throat/Allergy, OB/GYN, Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, and General Surgery, a number of our providers travel to multiple North Country locations, providing a seamless and convenient patient experience. A 25-bed critical access hospital, AVH also offers state-of-the-art Imaging technology: Mammography, CT Scan, Ultrasound, and MRI all received Gold Seal Accreditation by the American College of Radiology. AVH proudly offers a full complement of Physical Therapy services (Inpatient, Outpatient, and off-site) as well as Occupational Therapy (Inpatient and Outpatient.) The close relationship that AVH enjoys with Coos County Family Health Services yields multiple off-site Laboratory locations within their primary care clinics. Named a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital by iVantage numerous times, the providers, nurses, staff, and volunteers work tirelessly to personify the Hospital's Mission to Deliver the Best Healthcare Experience to Every Patient, Every Day.
About North Country Healthcare (NCH):
North Country Healthcare is a non-profit affiliation of fourmedical facilities, Androscoggin Valley Hospital, North Country Home Health& Hospice Agency, Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital, and Weeks MedicalCenter, located in the White Mountains Region of New Hampshire. NCH includesnumerous physicians and medical providers at multiple locations. This leadingcomprehensive healthcare network which employs hundreds of highly-trainedindividuals delivers integrated patient care through three community hospitals,specialty clinics, and home health and hospice services. NCH remains committedto the health and well-being of the communities we serve.
North Country Healthcare is an equal-opportunity employer.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regardto race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationalorigin, disability, or protected veteran status.
If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing thisapplication, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwiseparticipating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiriesto the Human Resources department at the affiliate to which you are applying.
Seeking a full-time (4.0 or 4.5 days/week) neurologist to join a highlyproductive, skilled, and popular neurologist at AVH and selected outreachclinic sites to help meet clinical demands for services and build a neurologyservice for North Country Healthcare (system of 3 Critical Access Hospitals).
Provides office-based general neurology services to new andestablished patients (adolescents age 16 and older as well as adults) including:medication managementeducation and counseling of patients andfamiliesordering diagnostic testsreferral to related other specialties(e.g., cardiology, orthopedics, pain management, pulmonology, sleep medicine)locallyreferral to subspecialty neurologists at tertiary care centerscommunication with PCP'sMost commonly diagnoses encountered are:
MigraineMemory LossEssential TremorParkinson's DiseaseCognitive ImpairmentDizzinessEpilepsyMultiple SclerosisPolyneuropathyHeadachePartners with other members of neurology team (e.g., neurologistcolleague, radiologist, EEG technologists, MA's and RN's, physical therapists). Infrequently provides consultation for inpatients (0-3 times/week). More often provides curbside (unofficial)consultations to hospitalist and arranges to see patient in timely manner ( Essential Qualifications:
Prefer candidateshave prior experience (at least 2-5 years) in broad spectrum of generalneurology. Priorexperience in a small hospital or CAH desired. Ability to interpretEEG studies desirable but not required. Ability to perform Botoxinjections desirable but not required. Team oriented, collaborative, andpatient focused. High level of customerservice (patient satisfaction) is expected. Must be comfortable with ruralnature of practice/hospital, only one neurology colleague, solo coverage, andAVH's complement of specialists and diagnostic testing capacity. Selected newgraduates from residency or fellowship training may be eligible.
Benefits:
Vacation, 5 weeks per year5 sick days, 6 holidays per yearCME, 2 weeks per year, plus $4,000 CME fundsCommencement bonus, Citizenship bonus, and Productivity bonuseligibleRelocation funds/reimbursementInsurances: health, dental, vision, short- and long-termdisability, lifeRetirement plansProfessional liability coverage with tail
About AVH:
The major strength of Androscoggin Valley Hospital (AVH) is found in its wide network of specialists who provide care throughout Coos and portions of Carroll County, NH. With wide-ranging specialties including, but not limited to, Audiology, Urology, Ear, Nose, Throat/Allergy, OB/GYN, Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, and General Surgery, a number of our providers travel to multiple North Country locations, providing a seamless and convenient patient experience. A 25-bed critical access hospital, AVH also offers state-of-the-art Imaging technology: Mammography, CT Scan, Ultrasound, and MRI all received Gold Seal Accreditation by the American College of Radiology. AVH proudly offers a full complement of Physical Therapy services (Inpatient, Outpatient, and off-site) as well as Occupational Therapy (Inpatient and Outpatient.) The close relationship that AVH enjoys with Coos County Family Health Services yields multiple off-site Laboratory locations within their primary care clinics. Named a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital by iVantage numerous times, the providers, nurses, staff, and volunteers work tirelessly to personify the Hospital's Mission to Deliver the Best Healthcare Experience to Every Patient, Every Day.
About North Country Healthcare (NCH):
North Country Healthcare is a non-profit affiliation of fourmedical facilities, Androscoggin Valley Hospital, North Country Home Health& Hospice Agency, Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital, and Weeks MedicalCenter, located in the White Mountains Region of New Hampshire. NCH includesnumerous physicians and medical providers at multiple locations. This leadingcomprehensive healthcare network which employs hundreds of highly-trainedindividuals delivers integrated patient care through three community hospitals,specialty clinics, and home health and hospice services. NCH remains committedto the health and well-being of the communities we serve.
North Country Healthcare is an equal-opportunity employer.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regardto race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationalorigin, disability, or protected veteran status.
If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing thisapplication, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwiseparticipating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiriesto the Human Resources department at the affiliate to which you are applying.