Position Summary
The Staff Neurologist provides real-time physician oversight and interpretation of intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring (IONM) services through a secure telemedicine platform for patients undergoing surgical procedures at facilities contracted with Northwest Monitoring.
Working collaboratively with IONM technologists, surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other members of the surgical team, the Staff Neurologist is responsible for reviewing monitoring plans, interpreting neurophysiologic data throughout surgical procedures, identifying significant changes, recommending appropriate interventions, and documenting clinical findings in accordance with applicable professional standards and regulatory requirements.
The Staff Neurologist also contributes to clinical quality initiatives, physician and staff education, protocol development, and continuous improvement efforts while practicing under the direction of the Chief Medical Officer.
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide real-time remote physician oversight and interpretation of intraoperative neurophysiologic monitoring during surgical procedures.
- Review the patient's history, diagnosis, planned procedure, and proposed monitoring protocol with the IONM technologist prior to surgery to determine the appropriate monitoring strategy.
- Recommend appropriate monitoring modalities based on the surgical procedure, patient history, and clinical circumstances.
- Interpret neurophysiologic data throughout surgical procedures and promptly communicate significant changes and clinical recommendations to the surgical and anesthesia teams.
- Collaborate with IONM technologists to ensure appropriate data acquisition, interpretation, troubleshooting, and patient care throughout the procedure.
- Document physician oversight, clinical interpretations, recommendations, and case summaries within the electronic medical record or designated documentation system.
- Participate in clinical quality assurance and quality improvement initiatives, including peer review and case review activities as requested.
- Assist with the development and refinement of clinical protocols, policies, and best practices.
- Provide educational support to IONM technologists, surgeons, anesthesia providers, and other clinical staff regarding intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring.
- Maintain compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, hospital policies, accreditation standards, and professional practice guidelines.
- Maintain active medical licensure and credentialing necessary to provide services at contracted facilities.
- Participate in evening, weekend, holiday, and on-call coverage as assigned based on surgical schedules.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
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Qualifications
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills.
- Excellent knowledge of intraoperative neurophysiology and neuromonitoring techniques.
- Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary surgical teams.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment.
- Adaptability and willingness to learn evolving technologies and clinical practices.
- Self-motivation and ability to work independently in a remote environment.
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Education and Experience
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school.
- Successful completion of an ACGME- or AOA-accredited neurology residency program.
- Board certification in Neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) or the American Osteopathic Board of Neurology and Psychiatry (AOBNP).
- Fellowship training in Clinical Neurophysiology, Neurophysiology, Epilepsy, or equivalent experience in intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring preferred.
- Prior experience providing physician oversight for intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring strongly preferred.