Neurocritical Care Physician (Neuro ICU Intensivist)
Location: West Orange, NJ
Job Type: Locum
Company: Palm Careers
Category: Physician Assistant
Job Description Apply Now
We are seeking a dedicated Neurocritical Care Physician (Neuro ICU Intensivist) for a rewarding locum assignment at a leading healthcare facility in New Jersey. In this full-time opportunity, you will play an integral role in delivering expert neurocritical care to patients in a 15-bed neurocritical care unit. As a Neurocritical Care Physician, you will provide comprehensive patient management, collaborate with an experienced team of Advanced Practice Providers (APPs), and ensure continuous, high-quality care for critically ill neurological patients.
As part of a multidisciplinary adult Level 1 Trauma Center, you will oversee patient care in the neurocritical care unit, while trauma patients are primarily managed in the dedicated Trauma/Surgical ICU. Your expertise as a Neurocritical Care Physician (Neuro ICU Intensivist) will be pivotal as you round daily on all service patients, lead consults, supervise APPs providing 24/7 coverage, and perform key bedside procedures. Your commitment to exceptional care is supported by an advanced electronic medical record system (EPIC) and a collegial environment that values collaboration and continuous learning.
This locum assignment offers you the chance to work in a high-acuity setting, leveraging your board certification or eligibility in Neurocritical Care (ABPN, UCNS, or CAST) and your fellowship training. You will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on patient outcomes, support professional APPs, and contribute to excellence in neurocritical care. If you are passionate about neurocritical care and seeking a dynamic, collaborative, and patient-focused environment, this is the ideal opportunity to advance your career in New Jersey, a region known for its diverse patient population and vibrant healthcare community.
Neurocritical Care Physician (Neuro ICU Intensivist) - Summary- Provide expert neurocritical care to adults in a 15-bed neurocritical care unit
- Supervise and support Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) offering 24/7 patient coverage
- Deliver high-quality, evidence-based care in a multidisciplinary Level 1 Trauma Center
- Engage in a collaborative, patient-centered healthcare environment
- Daily rounding on all neurocritical care patients to assess and optimize care plans
- Supervision and clinical oversight of APPs providing 24/7 coverage in the neuro ICU
- Writing consult notes and documenting patient progress in the EPIC EMR system
- Available on-site for a portion of each day and by phone thereafter, with callback in urgent cases
- Performing essential bedside procedures including central venous catheter (CVC) placement, arterial catheterization, and lumbar puncture
- Managing a patient load of 10-20 patients per day, ensuring individualized, high-quality care
- Ensuring compliance with hospital protocols, safety regulations, and documentation standards
- Participating in multidisciplinary team discussions and contributing to quality improvement initiatives
- Competitive locum compensation package (details provided upon application)
- Comprehensive malpractice insurance coverage included
- Access to state-of-the-art clinical resources and EMR (EPIC)
- Opportunities for professional growth, networking, and skill enhancement
- MD or DO degree with active, unrestricted medical license
- Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Neurocritical Care through ABPN, UCNS, or CAST
- Completion of fellowship training in Neurocritical Care
- Proficiency in bedside procedures such as CVC placement, arterial catheterization, and lumbar puncture
- Experience with EPIC EMR preferred
- Demonstrated ability to supervise APPs and work effectively in a multidisciplinary team
- Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and decision-making skills
- Experienced Neurocritical Care Physician (Neuro ICU Intensivist) with a commitment to high-acuity neurological patient care
- Strong leadership skills for supervising and mentoring APPs
- Flexible and adaptable, able to manage dynamic clinical situations and patient needs
- Collaborative team player with a focus on continuous improvement and best practices
- Detail-oriented with a dedication to accurate documentation and care coordination
- Assignment duration is approximately 6 months with potential for extension
- Work schedule is structured as 7-day blocks, providing 24-hour coverage from Monday 8am through Monday 8am
- This opportunity is located in New Jersey, offering access to a diverse patient population and a vibrant professional community
- Immediate openings available – apply now by clicking the job application button to join a leading neurocritical care team and make a meaningful difference!
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.