Tracking Code: 208041

Medical Director- Adult Neurology

Location: WellSpan Health, York, PA
Schedule: Full Time

General Summary

Responsible for defining clinical priorities within neurology and neurosurgery, recruitment of appropriate physician staff, clinical oversight of EEG, EMG, Stroke Unit, research and other neuroscience initiatives to be developed within WellSpan Health. Administers and directs the activities of assigned personnel. Provides medical care to patients. Reviews the quality, adequacy and appropriateness of services within the department.

WellSpan Health is seeking a Medical Director, Division of Adult Neurology for a system-wide role overseeing Adult Neurology care across 7 acute care hospitals, 9+ clinical sites within 9 counties in central Pennsylvania.

Position Highlights:

  • Medical Director of Neurology within the Neuroscience Service Line will oversee quality, standardization and provider engagement in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
  • Reporting to the VP and CMO, Neuroscience Service Line
  • 0.2 FTE of protected administrative time
  • Directors already in place who manage operations
  • Clinical expertise in Epilepsy, Movement Disorders, Neuro Critical Care preferred
  • Highly qualified candidates may be considered for the position of Associate CMO, Neuroscience Service Line in addition to the Division Directorship.
  • Development of a Neurology Residency is expected in the upcoming years, associated with the opening of the Medical School. The Division Director may be expected to help with the recruitment of the Program Director and with faculty development. In that case - we will consider a greater time commitment by adding academic time.

Flagship Hospital Highlights:

  • 600-bed acute care hospital
  • Level I Trauma Center
  • Accredited Comprehensive Stroke Center
  • 10 bed Neuro ICU
  • Surgical and Critical Care Tower at WellSpan Health under construction, which will include a 22 bed Neuro ICU
  • Neurosciences catchment area of around 1,200,000 people
  • Clinical campus for medical school under construction - WellSpan/Temple medical school campus opening in 2027

Additional Program Highlights:

  • Established Neurology program, with a fully staffed team of APPs
  • Stable and supportive administration
  • Teaching of medical students and rotating residents from Psychiatry
  • Support for Clinical Trials
  • Favorable location very close to Philadelphia, Baltimore and D.C.

Our Commitment to You:

  • Physician-designed compensation model
  • Competitive signing bonus
  • Full relocation
  • Retirement savings plans
  • Malpractice coverage including tail
  • $4,500/year for CME

Click Here to learn more about the Neurology practice and provider team

About WellSpan and the Community:

At WellSpan Health, our community of 23,000 employees, including more than 2,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, shares a common vision and mission. We're cultivating medicine's next generation of innovators and leaders as we transform the health of the communities we serve in Central Pennsylvania and Northern Maryland.

Not only do we reinvest in the communities we serve, but we also invest in our physicians and providers, keeping your well-being at the forefront to encourage personal and professional growth. We are currently seeking two board certified/board eligible Neurologists to join our team in York, PA.

For Confidential Consideration Contact:
Cris Williams, Physician Recruiter, WellSpan Health
cwilliams9@wellspan.org

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

  • Doctor of Medicine (MD) Required or
  • Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) Required

Licenses:

  • Licensed Medical Physician and Surgeon Upon Hire Required or
  • Licensed Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Upon Hire Required

Courses and Training:

  • Diplomate of the American Board of Neurology or the American Osteopathic Board of Medicine. Upon Hire Required and
  • Completion of a Neurology residency. Upon Hire Required and
  • Must qualify and be a member of the Medical Staff of York Hospital. Upon Hire Required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Teaching skills.

You’re unique and you belong here.

At WellSpan Health, we are committed to treating all applicants fairly and equitably, regardless of their job classification. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please reach out to us via email at careers@wellspan.org. We will evaluate requests for accommodation on a case-by-case basis. Please note that we will only respond to inquiries related to reasonable accommodation from this email address. Rest assured, all requests for assistance or accommodation are handled confidentially, allowing applicants to share their needs openly and honestly with us.

Cris Williams, FASPR
Cris Williams, FASPR
Physician Recruiter

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  • Sign-on incentives for new employees
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Life and accidental death insurance
  • Supplemental life insurance
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • PTO bridging
  • Short-term disability
  • Educational assistance
  • Forgivable loan
  • Flexible spending
  • Credit union
  • Employee recreational activities
  • Childcare
  • Complimentary medicine discounts
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