Neurologist - Geriatrics

Neurologist – Geriatrics

Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health

SUMMARY:

The Neuroscience Institute at Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health is seeking a Geriatric Neurologist to join their growing team in Lancaster, PA.  Join a group of well-trained, collegial board certified neurologists and skilled APP’s in caring for an interesting, diverse population in our busy clinic. Candidates must be BE/BC in Neurology, and have an interest in focusing their clinical practice upon geriatric populations, to include the care of neurodegenerative diseases.  Fellowship training in cognitive/behavioral neurology or geriatric neurology is advantageous, but others with a dedicated interest to geriatric populations will also be considered.

JOB DETAILS:

This position has an anticipated schedule of Monday through Friday, with clinical time shared between the LGHP Neurology practice and the LGHP Alzheimer’s and Memory Clinic, which is anticipating the development of a satellite site located within the state of the art Willow Valley Communities Memory Center. Call schedule is no more than 1:8 by phone and outpatient only. Medical directorship, research development, and teaching opportunities are available for interested and qualified candidates.

We pride ourselves on quality care to our patients, a strong focus towards continuous process improvement, work-life balance, and respect for one another with a team based approach to support one another.  We have subspecialists currently in headache, epilepsy, movement, neurophysiology, multiple sclerosis, neuro-ophthalmology, vascular and neurocritical care.  With an aging population growing in Lancaster, we look to continue expanding our subspecialty in neurologic geriatric and memory care.  Our collaboration with Penn Medicine brings together the strengths of a world-renowned, not-for-profit matrixed academic medical center and a nationally recognized, not-for-profit community healthcare system to further our ability to provide high-level quality care close to home for the population of Lancaster County and its neighboring areas.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Medicine (Allopathic/Osteopathic) Completion of an accredited Neurology residency Completion of Behavioral Neurology or Geriatric Neurology fellowship preferred Possess or able to obtain an unrestricted PA Medical License Board Certified or Board Eligible

BENEFITS WE OFFER:

• Deferred Savings and Retirement Programs with generous employer match and annual contribution Healthcare coverage and multiple plan options to meet individual and family needs Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts for further pre-tax savings Employer paid Professional Liability Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance benefits Annual CME payout with time off

For more information or to apply, email: LGH.PhysicianApply@pennmedicine.upenn.edu

Learn more at: https://www.lghealthjobs.org/Company/Jobs/Neurologist-(1)

ABOUT US:

Lancaster General Health, a member of the University of Pennsylvania Health System (Penn Medicine), is a 719-licensed bed not-for-profit health system with a comprehensive network of care encompassing Lancaster General Hospital, Women & Babies Hospital and the Lancaster Rehabilitation Hospital (in partnership with Kindred Healthcare). Our membership in Penn Medicine brings together the strengths of a world-renowned, not-for-profit academic medical center and a nationally recognized, not-for-profit community health care system. We are recognized as 1 of only 9 hospitals in the entire country with awards in Medicare.Gov, LEAPFROG and Healthgrades Americas 50 Best Hospitals, 5 time Magnet status hospital, Level I Trauma Center, and we are the 2018 recipient of the Foster G. McGaw Prize in recognition of commitment to community service.

 PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.