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Behavioral Neurologist for Established and Expanding Memory Center

Employer
Advocate Health
Location
Primary location in Park Ridge, IL with satellite options available-Easy access to 2 major airports
Salary
Competitive 2-year Salary Guarantee in the range of $340,000-$380,000. Placement in the starting
Closing date
Apr 30, 2025
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Join one of the nation’s largest, most respected health systems. Advocate Health is seeking a Cognitive/Behavioral Neurologist to join our physician-led medical group and serve its patients throughout the Metro Chicagoland area.

The Advocate Memory Center is located at Lutheran General Hospital-a level 1 trauma center, teaching hospital and comprehensive stroke center in Park Ridge, IL (a suburb of Chicago and conveniently located near O’Hare airport). 

Location: Expanding from Park Ridge, IL to the North, South, and Southwest Suburbs of Chicago

Primary Facility: Advocate Health Memory Center at Lutheran General Hospital

About Us:
The Advocate Health Memory Center, is a leader in dementia care, education, and research. Our center, part of the GUIDE program for dementia care, is expanding to enhance our comprehensive approach to brain health. We are committed to diagnosing and treating memory loss diseases, including Alzheimer's and other dementias, using a sophisticated, multidisciplinary approach.


Job Description:
This ambulatory focused position offers the opportunity to be part of a respected team dedicated to patient-centered care. With possible limited inpatient service depending on the candidate, there is the option of protected time to participate in clinical trials and investigator-initiated research. Our Memory Center is supported by experienced physicians, neuropsychologists, research staff, and a social worker, fostering a collaborative environment for comprehensive dementia care.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide compassionate care for patients with Alzheimer's and other dementias, supporting their care partners.
  • Engage in clinical, educational, and research activities to advance dementia care.
  • Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to offer holistic and integrated care plans.
  • Main memory center site is at Advocate Lutheran General however multiple other sites in need of development/satellite clinics. Practice locations for those open to discussion.
  • Educate families, colleagues, and staff across the system on dementia care practices.        

Training and/or Experience:

  • Board Certification in Neurology with fellowship training/UCNS Board Certification/Eligibility in Behavioral Neurology and Neuropsychiatry preferred.
  • Board Certification in Psychiatry, Internal Medicine, or Family Practice with fellowship training in Behavioral Neurology or Geriatrics and Board certification/eligibility with plans to certify may also be considered.
  • Neurology candidates pursuing Behavioral Neurology certification through the practice track will be considered.
  • Excellent communication skills and a desire to work in a team-based environment.  

Position highlights:

  • Competitive 2-year Salary Guarantee in the range of $340,000-$380,000.  Placement in the starting range is based on training, experience, certifications etc. and will be based on candidates’ qualifications.
  • Sign On Bonus
  • EPIC EMR
  • Be part of an integrated nationally recognized organization with physician-led medical group and embedded service line Leverage access to DAX Copilot, an AI-powered clinical documentation tool integrated with Epic, streamlining clinical workflows by generating draft patient notes for efficient review, editing, and signature
  • Experience a diverse and inclusive environment ensuring safe and equitable care for all patients  

Benefits and more:

  • 401(k) plan with up to 3% employer match, in addition to a 3% company contribution for a total employer contribution of up to 6% and other financial wellness programs
  • Health and welfare benefits such as health, dental, vision, life and Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses 
  • Family benefits such as parental leave, adoption assistance and surrogacy assistance
  • Paid Time Off programs for eligible positions
  • Educational Assistance Program
  • Paid medical liability insurance
  • CME allowance
  • Relocation assistance up to $12,000  

About Park Ridge, IL
Park Ridge is a picturesque suburb located 14 miles northwest of downtown Chicago, convenient to O'Hare Airport, major expressways, CTA and Metra trains allowing for an easy commute into the city while enjoying peaceful suburban living.  
 
Park Ridge is a prime residential community that retains its distinctive, small-town charm where “community” is a big part of this suburban town. The city’s vibrant Uptown shopping area includes the Metra station, Public Library and several parks featuring live musical concerts and special events are held in the summer. Throughout the city, quiet tree-lined streets, pleasing architecture, excellent schools, centrally located library and ample parks help make Park Ridge one of the most desirable family communities in the Chicago area.
 

About Advocate Aurora Health
Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit integrated health system in the United States. We are a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise.

  • In Illinois and Wisconsin, we serve nearly 3 million patients annually across 29 hospitals and more than 500 sites of care.
  • We are a leading employer in the Midwest, proudly supporting a diverse team of over 77,000. This includes more than 4,200 employed physicians and over 2,500 Advanced Practice Clinicians within our physician-led medical group. 
  • We are committed to diversity and inclusion. By cultivating an atmosphere of acceptance and compassion, we create a welcoming environment where our patients can heal, our teammates can thrive, and our business can grow.

For more information forward your CV to rebecca.bork@aah.org

https://www.advocateauroracliniciancareers.org/

https://www.advocateauroracliniciancareers.org/why-join-us

https://www.advocatehealth.org/

Company

Advocate Health is the 3rd largest not-for-profit, integrated health system in the United States.  Our diverse team of over 70,000 caregivers includes more than 3900 physicians and 1,900 advance practice clinicians.  Advocate Health is a leading employer in the Midwest with the region’s largest employed medical staff and home health organization. A national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care, the system serves nearly 3 million patients annually in Illinois and Wisconsin across more than 500 sites of care and 26 hospitals. Advocate is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies and is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology and pediatrics. We strive to be on the forefront of a changing healthcare landscape, advances in technology and innovative approaches that provide impeccable outcomes for our patients.

www.advocateauroracliniciancareers.org/communities

www.advocateauroracliniciancareers.org/

www.advocateaurorahealth.org/our-story/

 

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