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Neurology Opportunity With a Focus on Neuromuscular l Texas Tech

Neurology Opportunity With a Focus on Neuromuscular l Texas Tech

The Medicus FirmEl Paso, TX, US
3 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Neuromuscular Neurologist - Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

Seeking a Neuromuscular Neurologist to join a highly collaborative and growing Neurology Department. This position offers a well-balanced schedule with an emphasis on outpatient neuromuscular care and EMG studies , combined with periodic inpatient consult service. Protected time for administrative and scholarly activities is also built into the role.

This is a unique and exciting opportunity to join the esteemed faculty at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Pasos Paul L. Foster School of Medicine. The Department of Neurology is committed to excellence in patient care, education, and research.

Position Highlights

  • Balanced schedule : ~80% outpatient / 20% inpatient consult service
  • Protected administrative and academic time
  • Join a collegial neurology team committed to teaching and collaboration
  • Opportunity to participate in clinical research and scholarly activities

Typical Schedule

  • Non-consult weeks : Monday-Friday with 4.5 days clinic + 0.5 day administrative time
  • Consult weeks : Reduced clinic + inpatient consults, light after-hours call, and weekend coverage

    • Outpatient Responsibilities

  • Equivalent of 4.5 clinic days per week (including 0.5 day admin time)
  • 2-3 days general neuromuscular clinic + 1 day EMG studies (onsite equipment)
  • EMG testing and nerve conduction studies performed in-clinic

    • Inpatient / Consult Service

  • Rotate onto hospital-based general neurology consult service 1 week every 4-6 weeks
  • Outpatient clinic volume reduced during consult weeks
  • Consults only - no stroke call, no direct admissions
  • Light call, mostly handled by residents; rare in-person hospital visits required
  • Weekend coverage during assigned consult week

    • Call Structure

  • Call assigned only during inpatient consult weeks
  • No call obligations during regular outpatient weeks

    • Academic Role

  • Engage in teaching, mentorship, and scholarly projects with Neurology colleagues
  • Protected academic time based on candidates interests (up to 0.5-1 day per week possible)

    • Minimum Qualifications :

  • MD or DO
  • BC / BE in Neurology
  • Successful completion of an ACGME-accredited Neurology Residency Program
  • Texas Medical License, or be eligible for licensure in the state of Texas

    • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Fellowship trained in Neuromuscular Medicine
  • Experience in Neuromuscular Medicine

    • Community Information : El Paso #1 Best City in Texas in 2023 - StorageCafe, 2023

  • Enjoy the city's remarkable cuisine, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, and outstanding quality of life
  • Relish in the fact that our city is consistently listed as one of the best and safest large cities in the country, offering nationally-ranked school districts (both public and private options) and a great cost of living. Even ranked as the #1 Most Affordable U.S. City by Move.org.
  • Embrace a life with no state income tax, allowing you to keep more of your hard-earned income

    • Join us at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso, where you can make a meaningful impact on patients' lives while enjoying the incredible lifestyle this city has to offer.

    Reference# NEUR 23060

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