Academic Neurohospitalist (MD/DO) - UNC School of Medicine

Description Academic Neurohospitalist (MD/DO) - UNC School of MedicineThe Division of Comprehensive Neurology within the UNC Department of Neurology is seeking a fulltime Neurohospitalist to join our dynamic academic faculty. This position offers the opportunity to provide highquality inpatient neurologic care while engaging in medical education, quality improvement, and scholarly activity within a nationally recognized academic medical center. The appointment is a fixedterm Clinical (nontenure) track position, well suited for clinicians who are passionate about inpatient neurology and teaching in a collaborative, learnerrich environment. UNC Hospitals serves as a Comprehensive Stroke Center, a Level I Trauma Center, and a Level IV Epilepsy Center, providing robust infrastructure to support complex neurologic care. Faculty have full access to advanced neuroimaging, EEG and neurodiagnostic services, and integrated teleneurology resources. The institution offers strong systemwide and serviceline support, with significant planned growth across the Neurosciences service line. Opportunities for leadership and program development are available based on experience, interest, and departmental needs.Service Model & CoveragePrimary inpatient neurology and consultative care with no Stroke or NeuroICU serviceDaily volumes include approximately 10-15 primary patients and 5-8 consults, supported by an APP managing 2-5 intermediatecare patientsWeekend coverage is shared on a 1:3-1:4 rotationSchedule & Call StructurePredictable, blockbased schedule with a rotating mix of clinical responsibilities:7 inperson inpatient service days and 4 TeleNeurology days (8:00 AM-5:00 PM) per 3week cycleNights covered by fellows or a nocturnist structureAthome call only, limited to transfer requests and resident supportNo Stroke call responsibilitiesOptional participation in additional activities based on qualifications and interestPractice ScopeBalanced primary service and consultative inpatient neurologyNo Stroke serviceNo NeuroICU coverageTeamBased Support1 Advanced Practice Provider (intermediate care focus)The Neurohospitalist will be actively involved in teaching medical students, neurology residents, offservice residents, and fellows. Educational responsibilities include bedside teaching, direct supervision, and required evaluation of trainees. Participation in additional educational activities is optional and is recognized within the compensation plan. This position is a FixedTerm Clinical Track appointment with a clinicianeducator focus and includes a clear, established pathway for promotion. UNC fixedterm promotion criteria are available through Faculty Affairs. - 2 residents on inpatient service - 2 residents on consult service - Additional interns and medical studentsResearch & Scholarly SupportClinical FTE: 0.9 cFTEAccess to research infrastructure if pursuing trials or grantfunded workEncouragement and incentive support for: - Quality improvement initiatives - Educational scholarship - Abstracts, posters, and national meeting presentationsAreas of emphasis include: - Inpatient neurology outcomes - Length of stay and readmissions - Postdischarge care planning - Educational innovation and QI initiativesQualificationsMD or DO from an accredited medical schoolBoardCertified or BoardEligible in NeurologyEligible for medical licensure in North CarolinaFellowship training in Neurohospitalist Medicine or equivalent experienceRecruiter: Laura Oakes, InformationJob DetailsLegal Employer: NCHEALTHEntity: UNC Faculty PhysiciansOrganization Unit: Network Physician Recruitment Work Type: Full TimeStandard Hours Per Week: 40.00Work Assignment Type: OnsiteWork Schedule: Day JobLocation of Job: US:NC:Chapel HillExempt From Overtime: Exempt: NoThis is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health.Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.

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