MISSION OR GOAL OF UNIT:

The Division of Vascular Neurology provides the highest level of evidence-based care, offering state-of-the-art treatment for patients with cerebrovascular disorders of all levels of complexity. Fellowship-trained vascular neurologists provide acute stroke care, routinely assessing patients for intravenous thrombolysis and/or endovascular interventions. Our faculty members collaborate with physicians from the Departments of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Emergency Medicine, Neurosurgery and Surgery to provide the most comprehensive, evidence-based stroke care available.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• An MD/DO, with residency training at an accredited institution.
• Eligibility for licensure in Virginia and board certification or board eligible in Neurology.
• Understanding of, and appreciation for, the three missions of research, education, and clinical care as it applies to Vascular and Critical Care Neurology in the context of academic medicine.
• A strategic orientation that looks to collect, analyze, and act on relevant data to make thoughtful decisions for immediate action and long-term plans in clinical operations and quality initiatives.
• Strong leadership ability and interpersonal skills, including the ability to engage colleagues within Vascular Neurology, the Neurology Department, and the health system more broadly.
• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from various backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Fellowship training and board certification in Vascular Neurology care is preferred.
  ORP Eligible: YES
  Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer

CHIEF PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION:

We are seeking a nationally recognized academic leader, with outstanding clinical acumen, excellence in education and research and a strong commitment to clinical operations and patient access optimization within the Division of Vascular and Critical Care Neurology. This position is an Open Rank (rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications) full-time faculty position and will serve as the Division Chief of Vascular Neurology. The faculty member will provide patient care, engage in medical student and neurology resident and fellow education, and participate in clinical research.