Telestoke Neurovascular Nocturnist PRN Opportunity - Houston Methodist

Houston Methodist Hospital (HMH):

Interested candidates, please send your resume to Tricia Selsberg (pselsberg@houstonmethodist.org)

The Department of Neurology in collaboration with The Virtual Department at Houston Methodist is seeking applicants for a newly created PRN Telestroke Neurovascular Nocturnist position. 

This is an excellent PRN virtual opportunity to join a premier Neurology Program and leading hospital. Shifts available include evenings, weekends and Holidays. For 13 years, US News and World Report has consistently ranked Houston Methodist as the #1 Hospital System in Texas and the Neurology program is nationally ranked #11.

The acute nocturnal services encompass stroke coverage to the Houston Methodist regional sites with a combination of comprehensive and primary stroke centers with a robust ER presence strategically located throughout the Houston area.

Houston Methodist Stroke Division:

The Eddy Scurlock Stroke Center, the first DNV-accredited Comprehensive Stroke Center in the nation, is comprised of 6 vascular neurologists, 2 stroke fellows, and 6 dedicated stroke nurse practitioners. In collaboration with hospital and clinic care, the stroke team provides telestroke services to approximately 3,000 additional patients annually. An additional 7 vascular neurologists provide on-site neurohospitalist and back up telestroke coverage across the system.

Position Details:

• Flexible Schedule: 160-180 shifts
• Primary Responsibility: Hyperacute stroke management via Telestroke (TNK, ICH, LVO)
• Hours:  4pm-7am; 7a-7a weekends/holidays
• Strong neuroimaging diagnostic and virtual stroke evaluation with time-critical care delivery
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enhanced virtual care skills
• Ability to work well in a team and collaborate with other healthcare professionals across a system

Qualified Candidates:

• Completed Neurology residency
• Fellowship training in Vascular Neurology with exposure to Telestroke/Teleneurology
• Eligible for a Texas medical license or currently hold a Texas medical license in good standing
• Strong interests in academic missions, including high-quality clinical care, education, and research
• Candidates must reside in TX, LA, FL, TN or WA.

What We Offer:

• Competitive base salary plus incentivized bonus structure
• Sign on bonus
• Comprehensive benefits (medical insurance, life insurance, disability)
• Generous Retirement Plan

About Houston Methodist:

Houston Methodist Hospital Texas Medical Center is the No. 1 hospital in Texas by U.S. News & World Report and holds a prestigious spot on Forbes America's Best Large Employers List. Located in the dynamic Texas Medical Center, our facility serves as a hub for world-class healthcare professionals and cutting-edge research. Houston Methodist - The Woodlands, Willowbrook, and Sugar Land sites provide comprehensive stroke care with on-site 24/7 neurosurgery and neuro-endovascular capabilities. The additional primary stroke centers remain high volume thrombolytic sites with robust system transfer algorithms in place.

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