Neurology, Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant Stroke and Headache - Worcester, MA
Job Description
Location: Worcester, MA
Facility: UMass Memorial Health
Department: Neurology
Specialty: Stroke & Headache
Schedule: Full-Time
UMass Memorial Medical Group seeks Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant who has experience with Stoke and Headache to join our multidisciplinary neurology and cerebrovascular care team. The Advanced Practice Provider will perform comprehensive neurological evaluations and manage patients with acute and chronic cerebrovascular conditions as well as headache disorders. Our competitive compensation and benefits package places us as your top choice in the region
\n\nKey Highlights:
\n\nClinical Care
\n\nPerform comprehensive neurological assessments including detailed patient history and neurological examinations in the outpatient setting.
\nOrder and interpret diagnostic tests including neuroimaging, laboratory studies, and other relevant neurological evaluations.
\nDevelop differential diagnoses and implement patient-centered plans of care.
\nManage follow up for patients with ischemic stroke, hemorrhagic stroke, TIA, and headache disorders using evidence-based protocols.
\nPrescribe medications and treatments in accordance with Massachusetts state regulations.
\n\nOutpatient Stroke Management
\n\nResponsible for the evaluation and management of patients post stroke, TIA and headache in the outpatient setting.
\nOrder and interpret diagnostic tests including neuroimaging, laboratory studies, and other relevant neurological evaluations
\nReview and provide education regarding medication adherence and stroke prevention.
\nOrder appropriate neurological follow up labs and imaging
\nOrder appropriate outpatient therapy
\n\nHeadache and Neurology Care
\n\nEvaluate and manage patients with primary and secondary headache disorders, including migraine, tension-type headache, cluster headache, and medication-overuse headache.
\nDevelop individualized treatment plans including preventive therapies, acute treatment strategies, and lifestyle modification.
\nProvide patient education on headache triggers, prevention strategies, and long-term management.
\nParticipate in headache clinics and outpatient neurology follow-up visits.
\n\nCare Coordination
\n\nCoordinate care after hospital admission of stoke patients
\nCollaborate with rehabilitation services, nursing, case management, and social work in the outpatient setting.
\nProvide patient and family education regarding stroke recovery and prevention, headache management, and risk factor modification.
\nProgram & Quality Improvement
\nSupport stroke program initiatives and compliance with national stroke certification standards.
\nParticipate in quality improvement initiatives related to stroke and neurological care outcomes.
\nEngage in continuing education and professional development in stroke, cerebrovascular medicine, and headache management.
\n\nStandard Responsibilities
\n\nComply with departmental policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
\nParticipate in departmental meetings, conferences, and educational activities.
\nMaintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
\nDemonstrate professionalism and commitment to a collaborative work environment.
\nPerform other related duties as assigned.
\n\nQualifications:
\nA Masters degree from an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program
\nEligible or current Massachusetts license, with national certification (ANCC, AANP, NCCPA, as applicable)
\nEligibility for prescriptive authority (Schedules II VI).
\nMassachusetts Controlled Substances Registration and federal DEA Controlled Substance Registration are required.
\nClinical experience in neurology, stroke care or headache medicine
\n3 5 years of advanced practice clinical experience.
\n\nTop Tier Benefits to Reflect Your Values and Needs.
\nComprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
\nGenerous paid time off with 11 paid holiday
\nPractice/CME allowance
\nPension plan with additional retirement options available
\nPaid family and medical leave; short-term and long-term disability programs
\nTuition reimbursement, student loan forgiveness support, and PSLF eligible employment
\nConcierge services for relocation
\nOrganization-wide commitment to formal Clinician Wellness Program
\n\nVisit UMass Memorial Medical Group to learn more about our organization
\nQualified candidates may contact Shane Cox, Provider Recruiter, at [email protected]
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