EPILEPSY SPECIALIST

Our organization is in search of a full-time, board-certified or board-eligible Neurologist who has completed a two-year surgical epilepsy fellowship. This role will serve as the Medical Director of the Intracranial Epilepsy Monitoring Program within our Neurology Department. The Medical Director will oversee patient care and contribute to the advancement of our intracranial monitoring initiatives. This position is located at our Scarborough Campus, which features an on-site MRI and neurodiagnostic lab, along with the nearby Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) at a major medical center in Portland, Maine. Research opportunities are available through our research institute, and dedicated time for academic pursuits can be arranged through a structured academic pathway.

Our Comprehensive Epilepsy Program is recognized as a level III Epilepsy Center, serving over 4,000 patients annually. The program is currently staffed by five epileptologists (three specializing in adult care and two in pediatrics), along with two dedicated nurse practitioners, five nursing staff members, and a nurse navigator. We collaborate closely with a fellowship-trained epilepsy and functional neurosurgeon, neuroradiologists, nuclear medicine specialists, and a dedicated neuropsychologist and psychometrician as we work towards establishing a level IV comprehensive epilepsy program. Our facilities include five EMU beds (three for adults and two for pediatrics), fully accredited inpatient and outpatient neurodiagnostic labs, and a 3T MRI.

• Become part of a well-established Neurology Department with over 35 sub-specialty trained Adult and Pediatric neurologists, Neurohospitalists, and Advanced Practice Professionals, all supported by a strong clinical and administrative team, including an onsite pharmacist, behavioral health counselor, social worker, neuropsychologist, and psychometrician.
• A dedicated team of Neurohospitalists provides hospital admission services, stroke and telestroke care, as well as after-hours phone call coverage.
• Inpatient responsibilities are limited to a fair share of daytime coverage on the neurology consult service, approximately four to five weeks each year.
• Engage in teaching opportunities for MaineHealth Neurology residents (four residents per year), as well as residents and fellows from other departments, and Tufts MS IV and other rotating medical students.
• Academic appointments are available through our affiliation with Tufts Medical School, with pathways for academic advancement.

We are a not-for-profit integrated health system dedicated to the vision of “Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America.” Our organization comprises nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians collaborating through our medical group. With around 22,000 care team members, we provide preventive care, diagnosis, and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire. We offer a Total Rewards package that includes extensive and competitive benefits, along with programs and resources tailored to meet the diverse needs of our workforce.

Portland features a walkable urban environment in a historic downtown, renowned for its culinary scene (named Restaurant City of the Year by Bon Appétit Magazine in 2018) and a top 10 craft beer scene according to the Travel Channel in 2021. The city is rich in live music, boasts a major art museum, and has a picturesque working waterfront. The region offers year-round recreational activities such as skiing, hiking, boating, and miles of stunning beaches. Located just two hours north of Boston, this community is exceptional, diverse, and vibrant.

Our organization is committed to investing in our providers and fostering an inclusive environment where you can thrive and achieve your full potential. If you are interested in building a career in a supportive setting that prioritizes delivering top-tier care, we encourage you to submit a letter of interest and your CV to apply today.

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