Neurologist
What they do
- Diagnose complex medical problems by referring to a patient's history, examining them and conducting neurological tests.
- Counsel patients on neurological disorders and its background.
- Order neurological tests and interpret the results of neuro-imaging studies.
- Prescribe and/or administer treatment and medication.
- Monitor the behavioral and cognitive side effects of treatment and medication.
- Order supportive care services for patients.
- Participate in neuroscience research activities.
- Liaise with medical professionals in the community and hospitals.
- Keep up-to-date with neurological developments, treatment and medication.
- Perform specialized treatments such as sleep disorders, neuro-immunology, neuro-oncology, behavioral neurology and neuro-genetics.
- Perform and interpret lumbar punctures, electroencephalography, electromyography and nerve conduction velocity tests.
Qualifications
- Degree in Medicine or Osteopathy (essential).
- Accreditation with the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN).
- years of specialty training in an accredited neurology residency program (essential).
- Current state medical license and Federal DEA license (essential).
- Completed U.S. Medical Licensing Examination (essential).
- years of experience practicing as a Neurologist.
- Fantastic counseling and listening skills.
- Superb organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent decision-making skills and communication.
- Fantastic research skills.
- Outstanding practical and diagnostic skills.
- Great management and leadership skills.