Neurologist (Nursing Home)

• Overview Essen Health Care is the largest privately held, multispecialty medical group in New York, providing high-quality, compassionate care to some of the state’s most vulnerable and underserved residents.
• Founded in 1999, we’ve grown from a single primary care office into a network of 50+ locations offering urgent care, primary care and specialty services, from women’s health to endocrinology and psychiatry.
• We also provide nursing home support, care management, and in-home care through our Essen House Calls program.
• Guided by a Population Health model, our team of 500+ providers deliver care in-person, at home, or via telehealth, ensuring patients get the support they need when and where they need it.
• We’re looking for talented, motivated individuals to join our growing team.
• Whether you’re a medical provider, administrator, or operations professional, there’s a career here for you.
• Join us in making a real difference in the health of our community.
• Job Summary We are seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Neurology Physician (MD/DO) to provide on-site neurology consultations for residents in skilled nursing and long-term care settings.
• The physician will evaluate and manage complex neurologic disorders while collaborating with Advanced Practice Providers and facility teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site neurology consultations in SNF/LTC settings
• Diagnose and manage neurologic conditions including stroke, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, dementia, neuropathy, and movement disorders
• Perform comprehensive neurologic examinations and cognitive assessments
• Order, interpret, and act upon diagnostic studies including imaging and laboratory tests
• Manage neurologic medications and treatment plans
• Supervise and collaborate with Nurse Practitioners and interdisciplinary teams
• Participate in care planning, quality improvement, and hospital readmission reduction initiatives
• Ensure accurate and regulatory-compliant documentation in EMR systems

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school