Neurologist - Bronx Clinic (1 day/month)

Description

We are currently looking for a Neurologist to join us at our Bronx Clinic, supporting adults with developmental disabilities. This need is ONE DAY PER MONTH (9am-4:30pm). There is a possibility to also support our Brooklyn Clinic, three days per month, if able and interested in additional hours.

Why Join ADAPT?

It's more than a job; it's a calling. It's where passion meets purpose. ADAPT Community Network, formerly United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of NYC provides a multitude of services to people with developmental disabilities. At ADAPT, we are 3,000 strong, and it takes every one of us to empower the lives of the people we support. With caring and great resources at hand, we know what it takes to help people live fuller, happier, healthier lives. Our employees show their commitment to the people we support every day, and we all deliver on our promise to provide innovative and comprehensive services to individuals with developmental disabilities.

For your next career move, apply with us at ADAPT Community Network! Wherever you work among our many locations around New York City, ADAPT offers paid training, competitive benefits, and we foster a team culture of learning, support, collaboration and career growth.

SUMMARY

Under the general direction of the Clinic Administrator and Medical Director, the Neurologist is responsible for the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of neurological disorders in pediatric and adult individuals supported by ADAPT Community Network. This role provides comprehensive neurological care in accordance with professional standards, agency policies, and applicable regulatory requirements. The Neurologist collaborates closely with primary care providers, specialists, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, high-quality, and person-centered medical care.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties and responsibilities of the Neurologist include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Conducts comprehensive neurological examinations and assessments for pediatric and adult individuals.
• Diagnoses disorders and diseases of the nervous system using clinical evaluation, medical history, and diagnostic testing.
• Determines and implements appropriate courses of treatment for neurological conditions, including medication management and therapeutic recommendations.
• Orders, performs, and interprets diagnostic tests and procedures necessary to evaluate neurological conditions.
• Prescribes medications and other therapeutic interventions in accordance with New York State law and professional standards.
• Refers individuals to medical specialists and ancillary services as clinically indicated.
• Collaborates with primary care clinicians and interdisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated and continuous care.
• Provides consultation to other medical and dental staff when hazardous procedures are contemplated or when complications arise outside of their scope of expertise.
• Seeks consultation as necessary to ensure safe, effective, and evidence-based care.
• Responds to medical emergencies as authorized, providing treatment when delay could result in serious harm or threat to life.
• Maintains accurate, timely, and complete medical documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) in accordance with agency and regulatory standards.
• Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, and quality assurance activities as required.
• Ensures confidentiality and privacy of all medical information in compliance with HIPAA and agency policies.
• Adheres to ethical principles, professional standards of conduct, and ADAPT Community Network’s mission and values.
• Maintains continuous care of assigned patients and refrains from delegating diagnostic or treatment responsibilities to unqualified or unsupervised personnel.
• Keeps current with advances in neurological care, treatment modalities, and best practices.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Medical Degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school.
• Valid New York State Nurse Neurologist license.
• Certified for prescription privileges in New York State.
• Board Certified; Psychiatry specialty strongly preferred.
• At least 2 years of experience providing neurological care in an outpatient clinic, hospital, or specialty practice.
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) strongly preferred.
• DEA Registration and NPI Number.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact effectively with employees, coworkers, individuals served, families, and external partners.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality due to the sensitive nature of the work.
• Demonstrates initiative, sound judgement, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and multitasking skills.
• Proficient in the use of a personal computer and electronic medical records software.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Appropriate delineation of clinical privileges required.
• Passion for ADAPT's mission and demonstrates a commitment to the non-profit disability sector.

COMPENSATION: $125/hour

At ADAPT, we value diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging. We strive to ensure that our employees are comfortable bringing their whole, authentic self to work and that the people we support can also be their authentic selves. We value diverse backgrounds, opinions, ideas, and ways of thinking. We aim to build an inclusive and diverse workforce that is empowered and supported with leaders who create diverse and inclusive teams. We continuously seek opportunities for the organization to foster a more positive, respected, united, and collaborative culture.

ADAPT Community Network is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and status are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.