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Job description
Cognitive Neurologist Opportunity
The Department of Neurology at Thomas Jefferson University / Jefferson Health is seeking a Cognitive Neurologist to join its established Cognitive Disorders program in Center City Philadelphia. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive evaluation and management of patients with cognitive impairment, memory disorders, dementia, and neurodegenerative diseases. This position offers the opportunity to participate in clinical care, medical education, research, and multidisciplinary program development within Jefferson's academic neuroscience environment. The primary practice location is 901 Walnut Street in Philadelphia, with access to Jefferson Hospital for Neuroscience and the broader Jefferson neuroscience network.
Job Responsibilities
Evaluate and manage patients with cognitive impairment, memory disorders, and neurodegenerative conditions
Diagnose and treat patients with Alzheimer's disease, mild cognitive impairment, Lewy body dementia, frontotemporal dementia, and related disorders
Provide longitudinal management and counseling for patients and families
Collaborate with neuropsychology, neuroradiology, psychiatry, geriatrics, primary care, and other specialists as appropriate
Participate in multidisciplinary cognitive disorders care
Participate in clinical research and clinical trials as applicable
Teach medical students, residents, fellows, and other learners
Participate in departmental conferences and educational activities
Contribute to the continued development of Jefferson's Cognitive Disorders program
Support quality improvement and other departmental initiatives
Academic Opportunities
Academic interests and scholarly activity are encouraged. Opportunities may include:
Clinical research
Clinical trials and emerging Alzheimer's disease therapies
Cognitive and neurodegenerative disease research
Medical student and resident education
Fellowship education
Publications and presentations
Program development and leadership
Academic rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Qualifications Required
MD, DO, or equivalent medical degree
Completion of an ACGME-accredited Neurology residency or equivalent training
Board certification or board eligibility in Neurology
Eligibility for medical licensure in Pennsylvania
Demonstrated clinical interest in cognitive neurology, memory disorders, dementia, or neurodegenerative disease
Preferred
Fellowship training in Cognitive Neurology, Behavioral Neurology, Geriatric Neurology, or a related subspecialty
Experience caring for patients with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias
Interest or experience in clinical research or clinical trials
Interest in medical education
The physician will join the Department of Neurology at Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and work within Jefferson's multidisciplinary neuroscience environment.
Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.
Worksite address
philadelphia, PA, 19117, US
Who can apply
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