Neurology, Toledo -Neurologist - Defiance

Job Title: Neurologist
Location: Mercy Health Defiance Clinic, Defiance, OH
Department: Neurology
Job Type: Full-Time, Employed
Schedule: Monday - Friday, with shared on-call responsibilities.

Job Highlights:

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• EPIC EMR
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• Two dedicated LPNs to assist with patient care.
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• Large referral base to continue growing and maintaining the practice
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• Ancillary services include:
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• LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker)
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• Lab and Radiology on-site
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• CDE (Certified Diabetes Educator)
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• Outpatient Surgical Services
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• 23-bed inpatient unit on the same campus
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• Teaching opportunities available for Wright State Medical Students
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• Telemedicine services for follow-up appointments
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• Part of Mercy Health's northern market - a seven-hospital system serving a 20-county area in Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan
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Our Neurology Services Include:

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• Mobile Stroke Unit
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• A dedicated team of employed neurosurgeons with experience in a wide range of neurosurgical care and procedures including clipping, hemi-craniotomy for large hemispheric strokes, and intracranial bleeds
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• Endovascular Neurosurgery service with two full-time interventional and stroke neurologists
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• Strong collaborative support from pulmonary and surgical/trauma critical care teams
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• Tele-NeuroICU robot for 24/7 communication via your smart device
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• Dedicated Neocritical Care Nurse Practitioners
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• Academic pursuits with rotations for residents in emergency medicine, family practice, internal medicine, and surgery
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• EEG monitoring available 24/7
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• Video EEG monitoring
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• Transcranial Doppler (TCD) Ultrasound 24/7
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• Clinical research infrastructure support
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Responsibilities:

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• Diagnose and treat a broad range of neurological disorders, including stroke, epilepsy, dementia, Parkinsons disease, and more
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• Provide expert care through both inpatient and outpatient services
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• Utilize EPIC EMR for patient documentation and communication
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• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including neurosurgeons, critical care teams, and other specialists
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• Lead and participate in educational and training opportunities for medical students and residents
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• Contribute to research and clinical trials as appropriate
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• Provide telemedicine follow-up services to enhance patient access and care continuity
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• Engage in a community of healthcare professionals dedicated to excellence, innovation, and patient-centered care
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Qualifications:

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• Education: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
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• Board Certification/Eligibility: Board-certified or board-eligible in Neurology
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• Licensure: Valid medical license to practice in Ohio (or eligibility to obtain licensure)
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• Experience:
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• 1-3 years of clinical neurology experience preferred
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• Fellowship training in a subspecialty (e.g., stroke, epilepsy, neuromuscular) is a plus
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• Strong diagnostic skills and the ability to provide comprehensive neurological care
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• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
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• Skills:
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• Proficiency in EPIC EMR
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• Commitment to ongoing professional development and patient-centered care
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• Willingness to contribute to teaching and academic endeavors
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Compensation and Benefits:

Mercy Health offers a highly competitive compensation package that includes:

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• Sign-on bonus and student loan assistance.
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• Health, Dental, and Vision coverage, including HSA and FSA options.
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• Disability and Medical Malpractice Insurance (with tail coverage)
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• 403(b) retirement plan with company match, 457(b) plan, and Supplemental Executive Retirement Plan (fully funded by Mercy)
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• CME allowance
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