Join The Norton Healthcare Brain Tumor Center Team in Louisville, KY
- Employer
- Norton Neuroscience Institute
- Location
- Louisville, Kentucky
- Salary
- Sign On + Relocation + Competitive PTO + CME & Dues Allowance
- Closing date
- Jul 25, 2023
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- Category
- Other
- Role
- Neurologist/Physician
- Hours
- Full Time
Job Details
JOIN THE NORTON HEALTHCARE BRAIN TUMOR CENTER TEAM IN LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY
“ THE NORTON HEALTHCARE BRAIN TUMOR CENTER ENCOMPASSES THE EXPERTISE OF SKILLED PROVIDERS WHILE GOING ABOVE AND BEYOND TO PROVIDE TRUE MULTIDISCIPLINARY CARE TO PATIENTS IN ONE CLINICAL SETTING. I’VE BEEN TRAINED AT AND HAVE VISITED RENOWNED ACADEMIC HEALTH CENTERS, AND THE BRAIN TUMOR CENTER PROVIDES A UNIQUE, RARE, COLLABORATIVE EFFORT TO BENEFIT OUR PATIENTS.”
–KAYLYN D. SINICROPE, M.D., Norton Healthcare Brain Tumor Center
CAREER OPPORTUNITY FOR NEURO-ONCOLOGIST
NORTON HEALTHCARE is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible neuro-oncologist to join our multidisciplinary Norton Healthcare Brain Tumor Center, which sees over 300 new brain tumor patients annually.
The Norton Healthcare Brain Tumor Center, a joint effort between Norton Neuroscience Institute and Norton Cancer Institute, is the region’s largest, most comprehensive neuro-oncology program and serves our continually growing patient population through patient care as well as clinical trials. The multidisciplinary staff includes neuro-oncologists, neurosurgeons, radiation oncologists, behavioral oncologists, neuro-psychologists, speech-language therapists, and neurological rehabilitation specialists, all coordinated by a dedicated neuro-oncology patient navigator.
Our physicians stay on the leading edge of technology and oncology innovation through access to more than 200 clinical trials, including phase 1 trials and next-generation sequencing, to provide the latest targeted therapies. Named a Center of Excellence in radiation oncology, the center offers the latest in stereotactic radiosurgery through the use of TrueBeam STx. In addition, a comprehensive neurosurgery program uses state-of-the-art technology and expertise to offer minimally invasive neurosurgical care, including innovations such as laser interstitial thermal therapy and intraoperative neurosurgical robotics. As a multidisciplinary program, the Brain Tumor Center offers a suite of treatment options for every patient. Patient outcomes are tracked and reported at national meetings annually, including the Society for Neuro-Oncology.
Our providers are a part of Norton Medical Group, a physician-led medical group that employs more than 1,700 medical providers and offers a strong network of referrals.
To discuss this opportunity, contact Angela Elliott, senior recruiter, providers, Norton Medical Group, at angela.elliott@nortonhealthcare.org or (859) 613-1984. To see all of our career opportunities, visit BeANortonDoctor.com.
ABOUT THE POSITION
- Candidate can either be a board-certified neurologist or oncologist, neuro-oncology training required
- No required stroke call for neurology-based providers and no benign hematology call for oncology providers
- Ability to create a case mix based on individual career interest
- Opportunity to join mature practice composed of a team of providers who have been working together for over a decade
- Competitive compensation and benefits package that includes:
- Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
- Medical malpractice and tail coverage provided
- Competitive sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
- Continuing medical education and dues allowance
ABOUT NORTON NEUROSCIENCE INSTITUTE
NORTON NEUROSCIENCE INSTITUTE is a collaborative team of more than 75 subspecialized neuroscience providers, including:
- 14 neurosurgeons
- 3 neuropsychologists
- 4 licensed clinical social workers
- More than 35 advanced practice providers
- 25 Neurologists subspecialty-trained in:
- Memory disorders
- Stroke
- Epilepsy
- Multiple sclerosis
- Movement disorders
- Headache medicine
- Neuromuscular disorders
- Sports concussion
- Neurocritical care
- Neuro-oncology
REQUIREMENTS
- Medical degree/diploma
- Residency/fellowship certification
- Kentucky medical license or license eligible
PROVIDER DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
- Norton Provider Leadership Academy
- Leadership councils
- Clinical research support
- Chronic disease task forces
- Operational and electronic health record efficiency improvement
- Provider well-being program
- Community education
- Clinical quality initiatives
WHY NORTON HEALTHCARE FOR YOUR CAREER?
- Strong support network of advanced practice providers, nurse navigators, educators and social workers
- Strong continued investment in technology and physical spaces for improved patient care environments
- Ranked by Becker’s Healthcare as one of the 150 Top Places to Work In Healthcare in 2019
- Recognized as one of America’s Best Employers for Women by Forbes (2018 and 2019)
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
Company
Norton Neuroscience Institute & Norton Children’s Neuroscience Institute
Together, Norton Neuroscience Institute and Norton Children’s Neuroscience Institute, affiliated with the UofL School of Medicine, provide comprehensive neuroscience care for patients of all ages. Staffed by more than 110 experienced subspecialty providers, our team uses advanced technology, including ROSA, NeuroBlate, Visualase and Surgical Theater, to bring state-of-the-art treatment options to Kentucky and region.
Providers from both institutes are supported by Norton Medical Group and its pediatric employment division, Norton Children’s Medical Group, affiliated with the University of Louisville School of Medicine. Norton Medical Group, a part of Norton Healthcare, is a physician-led group that is the largest network of employed medical providers in the area.
Both the Norton Neuroscience Institute and Norton Children’s Neuroscience Institute have strong established referral patterns from their colleagues within the institutes, providers within Norton Medical Group and community providers seeking tertiary expertise throughout the region
Why Norton Healthcare
- Market share leader in the region
- Strong support network of advanced practice providers, nurse navigators, educators and social workers
- Strong continued investment in technology and physical spaces for improved patient care environments
- Ranked on Becker’s Healthcare 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare list in 2019
- Recognized as one of America’s Best Employers for Women by Forbes (2018 and 2019)
- Competitive benefit package including:
- Medical Malpractice Insurance Coverage
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Continuing Medical Education Offerings
- Short and Long Term Disability
- 403b Plan
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- College Savings Plan
- Fitness Center
- Free Parking
About Norton Healthcare
Norton Healthcare is a leader in serving adult and pediatric patients from throughout Greater Louisville, Southern Indiana, the commonwealth of Kentucky, and beyond. The not-for-profit hospital and health care system is Louisville’s fourth largest employer, with more than 17,000 employees. Five Louisville hospitals with 1,907 licensed beds provide inpatient and outpatient general care as well as specialty care including heart, neuroscience, cancer, orthopedic, women’s and pediatric services. A strong research program with more than 850 studies provides access to clinical trials in a multitude of areas. Learn more at
Living in Louisville
While Louisville is probably best known for being the home of the Kentucky Derby, the city also combines a vibrant and affordable Midwestern lifestyle with an acclaimed arts community, a passion for sports and a wide array of spiritual, cultural and recreational options. Louisville is situated along the Ohio River and is home to 173 parks. The city also boasts one of the state’s finest educational systems, including 173 public schools, 104 private and parochial schools, and nearly 30 colleges and universities. Louisville was ranked No. 12 on U.S. News & World Report’s 2019 Top 25 Best Affordable Places to Live in the U.S. It has an abundance of housing options, from beautiful horse farms to contemporary downtown condos to convenient suburban communities. National Geographic named Louisville a top 10 food city in 2017 and listed it among the Best Cities in the U.S. in 2018. For four consecutive years (2015 to 2018), Louisville received a perfect 100 score on the Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.
About Norton Neuroscience Institute
Established in early 2009, Norton Neuroscience Institute is the region's leading provider of neurological care. The comprehensive program is led by more than 34 subspecialty, fellowship-trained neurosurgeons, neurologists and neuropsychologists, as well as 35 advanced practice providers who are trained to provide patients and their families with advanced treatment for complex neurological disorders, including ALS; aneurysms; brain tumors; epilepsy; headache and concussion; movement disorders, including Parkinson's disease; multiple sclerosis; pediatric neurosurgery; spinal injuries and disorders; stroke; and more. Norton Healthcare’s stroke network across four adult service hospitals includes Norton Brownsboro Hospital, designated as a Comprehensive Stroke Center by The Joint Commission and the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association, offering treatment for the most complex stroke cases. In 2016, Norton Neuroscience Institute was the first in the region to use ROSA, a robotic surgical assistant, to provide advanced treatment for patients with epilepsy and brain tumors. ROSA allows neurosurgeons to use a minimally invasive approach for brain surgery procedures such astereoelectroencephalography that once were possible only through open cranial surgery. Norton Neuroscience Institute also is one of the first in the region to use systems such as NeuroPace and NeuroBlate for performing minimally invasive surgical procedures.
About Norton Children’s Neuroscience Institute
Norton Children’s Neuroscience Institute, a part of Norton Children’s Medical Group, represents one of the largest pediatric subspecialty groups in Kentucky. The division’s clinical team is led by 14 child neurologists , 14 nurse practitioners , 3 child neurology residents a year, social worker, and nurse navigators who evaluate and provide care for more than 14,000 affected children across Kentucky and Southern Indiana each year. We evaluate and treat children living with complex health conditions and diseases, ranging from attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and cerebral palsy to epilepsy and Tourette syndrome. Our clinical care activities support improved health and quality of life, and educational opportunities for our young patients.
Norton Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
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