Telehealth Behavioral Neurologist Physician

Company: Northeast Healthcare Recruitment, Inc.
Location: Bridgeport
Posted on: November 16, 2023

Job Description:

Seeking a Telehealth Behavioral Neurologist to join our teamin a fractional capacity. As a key member of our team, you willprovide essential cognitive evaluations and clinical expertise to patients andtheir families. to improving the livesof patients with cognitive disorders, including Alzheimer's disease and otherdementias. Job Overview: As a Telehealth Behavioral Neurologist youwill have a critical role in assessing and caring for patients with cognitiveimpairments. Your responsibilities will include conducting cognitiveassessments, providing diagnostic evaluations, and offering guidance topatients and their families. This position offers the flexibility of telehealthand the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those affectedby cognitive disorders. Key Responsibilities: Cognitive Assessments: Conductcomprehensive cognitive assessments and evaluations of patients via telehealth,utilizing specialized assessment tools and techniques. Diagnostic Evaluation: Evaluate cognitivetest results, medical history, and imaging studies to diagnose and classify thetype and severity of cognitive impairment. Behavioral Interventions: Develop andcommunicate individualized behavioral interventions and treatment planstailored to the unique needs of each patient and their caregivers. Patient and Family Education: Providecomprehensive education, guidance, and emotional support to patients and theirfamilies, helping them understand the diagnosis and manage behavioralchallenges associated with cognitive impairment. Telehealth Sessions: Conduct telehealthappointments to deliver cognitive assessments, behavioral interventions, andsupport services, ensuring thorough documentation in electronic health records. Collaboration: Collaborate withinterdisciplinary teams, including neuropsychologists, geriatric psychiatrists,and other healthcare professionals, to ensure holistic care for patients. Qualifications:

• Board certification in Neurology with a focus on Behavioral Neurology.
• Active medical license in the state(s) where patients are located.
• Proficiency in telehealth practices or a strong willingness to adapt to virtual care.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide empathetic and compassionate care.
• Capacity to work both independently and collaboratively within a remote team.
• A commitment to enhancing the lives of patients and their families affected by cognitive disorders.

Keywords: Northeast Healthcare Recruitment, Inc., Bridgeport , Telehealth Behavioral Neurologist Physician, Healthcare , Bridgeport, Connecticut