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Telestroke Neurovascular Opportunity (Nocturnist) - Houston Methodist!

Houston Methodist, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246


Houston Methodist Hospital (HMH)

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Interested candidates, please send your resume to Tricia Selsberg (pselsberg@houstonmethodist.org)

The Department of Neurology in collaboration with The Virtual Department at Houston Methodist, welcomes applicants to apply for the position of Telestroke Neurovascular Nocturnist.

This is an excellent virtual opportunity to join a premier Neurology Program and leading hospital. For 13 years, US News and World Report has consistently ranked

Houston Methodist as the #1 Hospital System in Texas

and the Neurology program is nationally ranked #11.

The acute nocturnal services encompass stroke coverage to the Houston Methodist regional sites with a combination of comprehensive and primary stroke centers with a robust ER presence strategically located throughout the Houston area.

Houston Methodist Stroke Division:

The Eddy Scurlock Stroke Center, the first DNV-accredited Comprehensive Stroke Center in the nation, is comprised of 6 vascular neurologists, 2 stroke fellows, and 6 dedicated stroke nurse practitioners. In collaboration with hospital and clinic care, the stroke team provides telestroke services to approximately 3,000 additional patients annually. An additional 7 vascular neurologists provide on-site neurohospitalist and back up telestroke coverage across the system.

Position Details:

Flexible Schedule: 160-180 shifts

Primary Responsibility: Hyperacute stroke management via Telestroke (TNK, ICH, LVO)

Hours: 4pm-7am; 7a-7a weekends/holidays

Strong neuroimaging diagnostic and virtual stroke evaluation with time-critical care delivery

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enhanced virtual care skills

Ability to work well in a team and collaborate with other healthcare professionals across a system

Qualified Candidates:

Completed Neurology residency

Fellowship training in Vascular Neurology with exposure to Telestroke/Teleneurology

Eligible for a Texas medical license or currently hold a Texas medical license in good standing

Strong interests in academic missions, including high-quality clinical care, education, and research

What We Offer:

Competitive base salary plus incentivized bonus structure

Sign on bonus

Comprehensive benefits (medical insurance, life insurance, disability)

PTO and Holidays

Generous Retirement Plan

About Houston Methodist:

Houston Methodist Hospital Texas Medical Center is the No. 1 hospital in Texas by U.S. News & World Report and holds a prestigious spot on Forbes America's Best Large Employers List. Located in the dynamic Texas Medical Center, our facility serves as a hub for world-class healthcare professionals and cutting-edge research. Houston Methodist - The Woodlands, Willowbrook, and Sugar Land sites provide comprehensive stroke care with on-site 24/7 neurosurgery and neuro-endovascular capabilities. The additional primary stroke centers remain high volume thrombolytic sites with robust system transfer algorithms in place.

Welcome to Texas:

Houston, the nation's fourth-largest city, is a vibrant and diverse metropolis with much to offer. Enjoy professional sports teams, theater, museum districts, countless restaurants, and live music venues. Houston's sunny climate and extensive parks, jogging paths, golf courses, hiking, biking, and camping areas make outdoor recreation easy. The nearby Piney Woods, area lakes, Galveston Bay, and Gulf Coast beaches offer additional leisure opportunities. Families will appreciate the excellent public and private schools and numerous higher learning institutions. As a tort-reform state with no state income tax, Texas is an outstanding place to live and work.

Company Profile:

Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist’s overall strategy to become one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.

Houston Methodist is an equal opportunity employer inclusive of women, minorities, disabled persons and veterans.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.