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Neurology

Job Description

 

 

  The University of Missouri School of Medicine Department of Neurology  

Academic Neurologist – Movement Disorders 

 

The Department of Neurology at the University of Missouri – Columbia is seeking a full-time fellowship-trained Movement Disorders Neurologist to join our vibrant and growing multi-specialty Neurology practice.  We routinely treat patients with Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor, dystonia, and other movement disorders.

This is an excellent career opportunity for candidates just starting their careers, as well as experienced candidates to join a thriving academic neurology department. Join our group of two Movement neurologists and two functional neurosurgeons as we expand our clinical offerings and practice models, and recruit clinician scientists. Clinical and some didactic teaching is expected, and the opportunity to precept in resident clinic is available.  We also provide opportunities to participate in MER in the OR.

 

Opportunity Details:   

• Join a department of 30+ physicians and neuroscientists 

• Strong collaborations with Neurosurgery, PM&R, Physical and Occupational Therapy, and Primary Care  

• Opportunities to assist in the department's growth, the education of medical students and residents, and    pursuit of other academic/research interests. 

• 7T MRI with clinical as well as research use

• No inpatient or night call 

• Practice Schedule M-F 8 AM-5 PM 

• All ranks available commensurate with experience 

• Additional leadership opportunities are available commensurate with interest and experience including outpatient clinic medical director

• Opportunity and interest for fellowship creation over time

 

As the largest Neurologic Care Team in mid-Missouri , the department's facilities include: 

• A dedicated 28-bed Neurosciences Center with 6 bed EMU 

• 30-bed Neurosciences ICU 

• AANEM Lab Accreditation with Exemplary Status 

• NAEC Level IV Epilepsy program 

• DNV-Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center 

• Certified MDA/ALS clinics 

• An accredited Sleep Program 

• Outpatient infusion center 

 

Our academic programs include a neurology residency program and the following six ACGME -accredited neurology fellowship programs: 

• Clinical Neurophysiology 

• Endovascular Surgical Neuroradiology (dual UCNS certification) 

• Sleep Medicine 

• Advanced Sleep Medicine 

• Vascular Neurology 

• Neuro Critical Care (dual UCNS certification) 

About MU Neurology:   

MU Department of Neurology offers comprehensive and multidisciplinary care in areas such as epilepsy, sleep disorders, movement disorders, neuromuscular diseases, comprehensive cerebrovascular disease, neurological intensive critical care, and headache. In addition, we have expertise in various subspecialty areas, including pediatric neurology, neuro-ophthalmology, neuropathology, neuro-rehab, and multiple sclerosis.  

In addition to clinical opportunities, NextGen Precision Health, MU Center for Translational Neuroscience and Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory offers a vast array of academic and research opportunities. Currently, there are established basic and translational research programs with 30+ clinical trials in Neurology. 

 

If you would like more information, please contact the Neurology Department recruiter, Lori Schutte at lschutte@health.missouri.edu.

 

Qualifications

 

Minimum Qualifications: DO or MD medical degree; board-certified or board-eligible in neurology; residency trained; licensed or willing to obtain a license to practice in Missouri.

 

Preferred: Candidates will be evaluated on: interest in general neurology and open to sub-specialty in MS, Headache management, Neuromuscular disease, or Dementia care.

Application Materials

 

Be prepared to upload a CV.

Community Information

 

About Missouri University Health Care (MUHC) and University of Missouri (Mizzou)   

The School of Medicine partners with both MU Health Care (MUHC) and the University of Missouri campus.

Highlights include: 

• MUHC has one of the highest employee engagement scores in the Midwest. 

• Recognized as one of the “150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare” by Becker’s Hospital Review.  • MUHC has consistently been named one of the nation’s “Most Wired” health systems by the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME). 

• Missouri’s largest public research university with an average enrollment of 35,000 students. 

• One of only five universities nationwide with law, medicine, veterinary medicine, and a nuclear research reactor on one campus. 

 

About Columbia:   

Be surprised by what Columbia has to offer from picturesque parks to award winning cuisine to amazing art and superb shopping. Columbia is “more than a college town” and “surprisingly sophisticated.” • Rated as one of the Top 10 most livable college towns in America by Strategistico.com July 2022 

• #6 Most affordable outdoorsy paces to live by Realtor.com June 2022 

• #28 of the Best Places to Live in the US from CBS News April 2022 

• 20% Population growth since 2016, low cost of living and great schools 

Benefit Eligibility

 

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.  For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at  

 

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

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