This job is closed
Applications are no longer available for this announcement. Explore current related opportunities below.
Job description
Chief of Neurology Opportunity
Sandra and Malcolm Berman Brain & Spine Institute | Sinai Hospital of Baltimore LifeBridge Health | Baltimore, Maryland
Lead One of Maryland's Premier Neurology Programs
LifeBridge Health is seeking an accomplished, board-certified neurologist to serve as Chief of Neurology for the renowned Sandra and Malcolm Berman Brain & Spine Institute at Sinai Hospital of Baltimore .
This executive physician leadership role offers the opportunity to shape the future of neurological care across one of Maryland's largest integrated health systems. The Chief of Neurology will provide strategic, clinical, operational, and financial leadership for a comprehensive neurology service line while maintaining an active clinical practice.
If you are an experienced physician leader passionate about advancing neurological care, developing high-performing teams, expanding innovative programs, and improving patient outcomes, we invite you to join our nationally recognized organization.
The Sandra and Malcolm Berman Brain & Spine Institute provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient neurological care through an integrated multidisciplinary team of neurologists, neurosurgeons, neuropsychologists, rehabilitation specialists, advanced practice providers, and other medical experts dedicated to delivering exceptional patient outcomes.
Position Highlights
As Chief of Neurology, you will:
Lead strategic growth and development of the Neurology Service Line across the health system.
Direct clinical, operational, quality, and financial performance initiatives.
Build and mentor a high-performing team of neurologists and advanced practice providers.
Expand innovative neuroscience programs, including stroke and tele-neurology services.
Maintain an active inpatient and outpatient clinical practice.
Collaborate with executive leadership to advance neuroscience services and improve patient access.
Primary Responsibilities
Executive & Physician Leadership
Provide strategic leadership for the Neurology Service Line across multiple hospitals and clinical sites.
Partner with executive leadership, hospital administration, and medical staff to support organizational goals.
Serve as the primary physician leader for neurology program development, operational excellence, and service line growth.
Mentor physician leaders, neurologists, and administrative teams to foster professional development and clinical excellence.
Recruit, onboard, credential, and retain outstanding neurology physicians.
Promote collaboration among physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing, and multidisciplinary care teams.
Lead strategic planning, business development initiatives, and physician engagement efforts.
Oversee the financial performance, budgeting, and long-term sustainability of the Neurology Service Line.
Clinical Quality & Program Development
Establish and maintain evidence-based clinical protocols aligned with national standards, including AHA/ASA Stroke Guidelines and NAEC recommendations.
Lead quality improvement initiatives, peer review, FPPE/OPPE processes, accreditation readiness, and performance improvement programs.
Monitor quality metrics, patient outcomes, and operational performance across inpatient and outpatient neurology services.
Support expansion of stroke, neuro-hospitalist, tele-neurology, epilepsy, and other neuroscience programs.
Ensure regulatory compliance while maintaining the highest standards of patient-centered neurological care.
Clinical Practice
Maintain an active inpatient and outpatient neurology practice.
Serve as a senior clinical resource for complex neurological cases.
Model excellence in patient care, documentation, communication, and physician collaboration.
Partner with emergency medicine, hospital medicine, critical care, rehabilitation, nursing, and specialty physicians to ensure coordinated neurological care.
Participate in physician education, case conferences, and ongoing quality improvement initiatives
Required Qualifications
MD or DO (or international equivalent such as MBBS)
Board Certification in Neurology through the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN)
Active, unrestricted U.S. medical license (or meet eligibility for Maryland licensure)
Minimum of 7 years of clinical neurology experience
At least 5 years of physician leadership experience as a Division Chief, Medical Director, Chief of Neurology, Service Line Leader, or similar leadership role
Demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary physician teams
Excellent communication, organizational, leadership, and relationship-building skills
Preferred Qualifications
MBA, MHA, MPH, or other advanced leadership degree
Experience developing or expanding tele-neurology, stroke, or neuroscience service lines
Experience with Joint Commission, DNV, Comprehensive Stroke Center, Primary Stroke Center, or other quality and accreditation programs
Strong financial management and physician practice leadership experience
Demonstrated success in strategic planning, physician recruitment, and program growth
Compensation & Benefits
LifeBridge Health offers a highly competitive executive compensation package designed to support your professional and personal success.
Compensation
$450,000-$600,000 annually, based on experience
Incentive compensation opportunity
Comprehensive Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Pension plan
403(b) retirement plan
457(b) deferred compensation plan
CME allowance
Life insurance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
Generous paid time off and additional physician benefits
About LifeBridge Health
LifeBridge Health is a dynamic, purpose-driven health system redefining care delivery across the mid-Atlantic and beyond, anchored by our mission to "improve the health of people in the communities we serve." Join us to advance health access, elevate patient experiences, and contribute to a system that values bold ideas and community-centered care.
With over 14,000 employees, 130 care locations, and two million annual patient encounters, we combine strategic growth, innovation, and deep community commitment to deliver exceptional care anchored by five leading centers in Maryland.
Our organization thrives on a culture of CARE BRAVELY-where compassion, courage, and urgency drive every decision, empowering teams to shape the future of healthcare.
LifeBridge Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. LifeBridge Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression.
Location Sinai Hospital of Baltimore Sandra and Malcolm Berman Brain & Spine Institute 2401 W. Belvedere Avenue Baltimore, Maryland 21215
Worksite address
baltimore, MD, 21276, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.