2020 Career Compass—May Issue

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LOOK INSIDE! Prepare for a Strong Interview Performance with Research Now . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P 5 Employment Contracts: The Non-compete Clause . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P 10 Sell Yourself: How to Brag in Interviews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P 20

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Duke Neurology is actively recruiting additional board eligible/board certified General Neurologists as Clinical Associates to join its comprehensive Neurology Center scheduled to open in Spring 2021 in highly-desired Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina. Additional opportunities available for those wishing to start sooner. >

No call responsibilities -- Duke Neurohospitalists handle all inpatients

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Subspecialty interest a definite plus, but not required

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Competitive RVU driven compensation plan with guaranteed base

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Option to attend Grand Rounds and other academic activities, if desired

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Both experienced Neurologists and graduating trainees encouraged to apply

The Research Triangle Park is a globally prominent hub for high-tech research and development.

Conceived around three major universities in Durham, Chapel Hill and Raleigh, the region attracts and fosters cultural diversity, economic resilience, and nationally recognized as a great place to live and work.

To learn more about the Duke and Greater Triangle communities, visit: https://durham.duke.edu/ If you, or anyone you know, are interested in pursuing these opportunities, submit CV and letter of interest to this application link or via email: https://pdc.dukehealth.org/careers/duke-general-neurology christy.gannon@duke.edu Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

ACADEMIC NEUROLOGY POSITIONS The Department of Neurology at the Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University is recruiting academic neurologists in clinicaleducator and physician-scientist tracks at assistant to full-professor levels. Positions are available for Neurologists specializing in Stroke, Neuromuscular Diseases, Cognitive Neurology, Neurohospitalist, Neurocritical Care, Tele-Neurology and General Neurology. Positions are also available for basic scientists interested in the etiology and pathogenesis of neurological diseases.

The Department of Neurology at Jefferson, one of the oldest in the country, currently has ~70 full time faculty. The Jefferson Hospital for Neuroscience (JHN) is located at the center of the Jefferson campus in historic downtown Philadelphia. JHN provides facilities for neurology, neurosurgery, neuroradiology, and neurological research. There is opportunity for joint appointments with related basic science departments. Extensive collaboration with neuroscientists and other disciplines across the campus is ongoing.

Available Opportunities: • Neurohospitalist • Interventional Neurologist Local: 434-200-6284 Please Contact: adam.meyer@centrahealth.com Adam Meyer, Senior Provider Recruiter ConnectWithCentra.com

Interested applicants should send their curriculum vitae, a statement of research and clinical interest to: A.M. Rostami, MD, PhD, Professor and Chair Department of Neurology Thomas Jefferson University 901 Walnut St. Suite 400, Philadelphia, PA 19107 Email: axr146@jefferson.edu As an employer, Jefferson maintains a commitment to provide equal access to employment. Jefferson values diversity and encourages applications from women, members of minority groups, LGBTQ individuals, disabled individuals, and veterans.

Duke Neurology is a young and growing Department committed to changing the field of Neurology by bringing both the discoveries of neuroscience research to the bedside and innovative expertise to our patients. Duke University, Duke Medical School and the Duke Health System are world-class organizations with enormous resources to guide and enable our research mission and assist our patients. To that end, we are looking for talented Neurologists for academic and clinical positions in the following areas to provide patients with state-of -the-art specialized and compassionate care in these specialty areas: Vascular Neurology

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Movement Disorders Epilepsy

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The Research Triangle Park is a globally prominent hub for high-tech research and development.

Conceived around three major universities in Durham, Chapel Hill and Raleigh, the region attracts and fosters cultural diversity, economic resilience, and nationally recognized as a great place to live and work.

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submit CV and letter of interest to https://DukeHealthCareers.org or email: christy.gannon@duke.edu Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

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Growing Spine & Brain Institute seeking a BC/BE Neurologist in Jacksonville, Florida Join a community where physician engagement and experience is recognized as a key driver of delivering excellent patient care. Compensation is competitive with a great work/life balance.

Learn more and apply at jobs.ascension.org

Exceptional Adult Neurologist Opportunity Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center’s Neuroscience Center, located in Bangor, Maine, seeks to expand its Neurology Department of currently 10 neurologists. A BC/BE neurologist with or without subspecialty interests (including vascular and neurohospitalist subspecialties) will be considered.

•Collegial professional environment •Competitive salary •Generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and paid time off •CME allowance •Relocation assistance •Education loan reimbursement •J‐1 waiver opportunity for 2021

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center is a 411‐bed tertiary care center, Joint Commission‐accredited Stroke Center and ACS‐verified Level II Trauma Center that offers a full spectrum of inpatient and outpatient services, including the support of a 50+‐physician hospitalist service.

Bangor, a regional center for arts and commerce, offers access to Maine’s spectacular coast, lakes and mountains, including Acadia National Park. Schools rank among New England’s best. The University of Maine with its cultural and sports amenities is located in neighboring Orono. Bangor International Airport offers direct and one‐stop nationwide connections.

For more information contact: Amanda Klausing, FASPR, Physician Recruiter ProviderJobs@northernlight.org or 207‐973‐5358

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Join URMC – Department of Neurology Expanding to Better Serve Our Region

We are seeking Board Certified and Board Eligible candidates for the following positions: General Neurology | Neurohospitalist | Headache | Epilepsy | Dementia Faculty appointment, competitive salary, signing bonus, relocation and generous University benefit package.

Founded in 1966, the University of Rochester Medical Center’s (URMC’s) Department of Neurology includes over 100 faculty members in multiple subspecialty divisions and general neurology who are national leaders in research and in training the next generation of neurologists.

We are currently expanding in the Rochester area and the Finger Lakes region. As a member of our faculty, you’ll enjoy a great professional career, mission-driven work and a high quality of life.

Please email CV to Karol_Marciano@URMC.Rochester.edu, or call (414) 704-6578.

To learn more about URMC’s Department of Neurology, visit neurology.urmc.edu EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled

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Prepare for a Strong Interview Performance with Research Now The interview is set. What comes next? The more research you can conduct prior to an interview, the better you will be at answering questions in context—and at asking a few questions of your own. Following are four key areas to research, and tips for how to do it.

1. Research the organization.

Why—You’ll understand more about your potential position if you first understand your potential employer. For example, a hospital system that has been acquiring other hospitals might be hiring neurologists to fuel their expansion, as opposed to simply replacing a doctor who retired. And where there’s rapid growth, there might be opportunities for leadership, or the need to serve multiple locations. Likewise, a candidate considering work for a new practice group could find that to be very different from starting with a group whose systems were deeply established. Each would have advantages and disadvantages but knowing before the interview would be helpful.

Questions to research—How old is this organization? How long have they been in this location? Who are their competitors? What is their reputation? Have they been in the news (and why)? How long have they had neurologists on board—or will you be among the first? If yours will be a research position, how successful have

they been in winning grants, and what has been the focus of the research?

How to find the answers—As you might expect, your first stop can be online. If your subject has a well-organized website (this can be hit or miss), you can start with what they say about themselves. To make the best use of the site, watch for tabs that say “In the news” or something similar. This archive of outgoing press releases can be a font of information about building plans, new administrators, research grants, and other topics favored by a public relations department. In addition to the organization’s website, a scan of any articles you find online might fill in more information, while checking an employer review site, such as Glass Door, might reveal more about the experiences of working for this group.

Now you’re ready for conversations with mentors, colleagues, and others who may know something about your potential employer.

Asking about the organization’s reputation or for direct contacts who are currently or recently employed there might be especially helpful.

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2. Research the community.

3. Research the department.

Why—One obvious reason to research the community where your potential employer is located is that you might be living there, and perhaps raising your family there. With that in mind, you don’t need coaching to imagine reviewing data about the neighborhoods and schools. But there’s also a professional reason to research the community. What if you were to discover that yours would be the only neurology practice within 50 miles—how would that impact your employment decision? Or what if you learned there was a large population of individuals who were more prone to certain health issues? Understanding both the business climate and the demographics of the area could influence your thinking about this opportunity.

Why—If you’re interviewing with a smaller practice, this step might be moot, but larger organizations, such as academic centers or hospital systems, will likely have a distinct neurology department.

In that case, you’ll be better positioned for your interview if you understand more about this group, and about their relationship to the larger organization. After all, these will be your direct colleagues and likely the head of the department will be your supervisor. In addition to learning about different physicians and their specialties, you may discover something about the group as a whole. For example, if most of your colleagues have been practicing for several decades, you can likely anticipate retirements that would create leadership gaps/opportunities (depending on your perspective).

Questions to research—For personal reasons, focus on qualityof-life issues that matter to you and your family, such as local amenities, safety, and cost of living. From the professional aspect, your questions might cover demographics, the ratio of doctors to patients in the area, the number of physicians with your specialty, and even state funding for health care.

Questions to research—Some of the questions you care most about, such as the department’s plans for the future, are likely to be the least findable pre-interview—although you may gather some hints embedded in things such as their investment in certain equipment or programs. Information that might be easier to find includes the composition of the department (how many neurologists and advanced practice providers, for example), the subspecialties represented on staff, the number of patients served each year, and how many locations the department covers.

How to find the answers—This is another situation where online sources can be hit or miss. Some communities are very active in developing promotional information and others just aren’t. Even so, entering the community name into a search engine is a smart first step, and could provide most of what you need to know. For smaller areas, pay special attention to the chamber of commerce, area newspapers, online blogs from area residents, and other highly local sources. While you’re online, don’t forget to review the state’s information on demographics, poverty, health, or other indicators that might impact your field. If your potential employer has physician recruiters on staff, you may find that they have gathered some of this information already, in anticipation of answering candidate’s questions.

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How to find the answers—By now, you may have a chunk of this information from having researched the organization. If so, it’s time for a deeper dive. Gather the names of the neurologists currently or recently working with the group and head back to the internet. You’ll likely find that some have LinkedIn profiles, others will have bios embedded in conference agendas, and many or most will have their names on some publications or research. If they are active in AAN committees or programs, you may find relevant information on the Academy’s website. And, of course, they may have been featured in the local media when they started with the group, or for other activities they’re involved in.

4. Research the position.

Using your research in the interview.

Why—This can be the most difficult thing to research, but if you’re at all successful, you’ll have more confidence in the interview. It’s just easier to answer questions about your training or specific skills when you understand the context better.

Once you’ve gathered your information, it’s time to make a strategy for using it in the interview process. Remembering that the information is only a tool will help keep you on track. You don’t want to recite statistics that the department head likely knows by heart—being a know-it-all is hardly the point of this process. On the other hand, if you’re able to refer to something you’ve learned as part of an answer, you’ll give the conversation more depth. For example, when asked how you work with families as part of the care process, imagine being able to say, “One of the things that interested me when I was reading the hospital’s annual report online was the high percentage of recent immigrants you provide care for.

Since that’s part of my heritage, with my parents having come here when I was four, I feel I can relate to what those families might be experiencing…”

Questions to research—What would be the primary focus of your work: patient care? Teaching? Research? What would be the next largest slice? Would you have administrative duties? In terms of patient care—would that be inpatient, outpatient, or a mix? What special skills would be put to use (such as reading EEGs)? How many locations would you be serving? What’s the typical salary for this position, here and elsewhere? What are the likely options for advancement?

How to find the answers—Three primary ideas jump to mind for such specific questions. The most obvious is to review the job posting with care, on the possibility that it was written with some attention to detail. Another is to simply ask the recruiter if one is involved in this process. You won’t get all of your answers, but he or she will likely share at least some of the information you seek.

And a third is to extrapolate from more generalized information found on the AAN website. If, for example, the position would be as a neurohospitalist, you’d find articles in the Academy’s Career Center about the that role; you’d also find possible contacts on the AAN’s neurohospitalist section, who could offer more ideas about your likely job duties. And you’d be able to toggle over to the AAN’s salary calculator to discover what others in similar positions have reported earning. (There’s a cost associated with this offering but if you’re a junior member, access is free.)

Another way to use the research you’ve gathered is by developing your own set of questions. For example, if you see there are only two other neurologists, it makes sense to ask how call is shared, or how APPs are being used in the practice. Likewise, seeing a department with several neurologists might inspire questions about collaboration or administrative roles. One thing’s for certain: knowing more is always best when it comes to something as important as your career. n

Palmetto Health - USC Medical Group, Department of Neurology, is currently recruiting a passionate BE/BC Stroke Neurologist, with fellowship training in vascular neurology, to join our highly skilled faculty of 12 (including three Stroke Neurologists). This position will be an integral part of the multidisciplinary collaborative stroke team which also involves neurology residents and fellows and contributions to clinical research that will have a direct impact on the quality and delivery of patient care.

On the campus of Prisma Health Richland Hospital in Columbia, South Carolina, the multi-department, JCAHO-certified comprehensive stroke center is anchored by board-certified stroke neurologists, neurointerventional radiologists, vascular neurosurgeons, neurointensivists, vascular neurology fellows and stroke research coordinators. The stroke center holds current Gold Plus status for American Heart Association’s Get With the Guidelines and Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite Plus. The program is comprised of a 27-bed stroke unit with multidisciplinary daily rounds fashioned after the Accountable Care Unit model, a 15-bed TIA observation unit, and a 16-bed Neuroscience ICU managed by three board-certified Neurointensivists and multiple advance practice providers. The hospital uses the InTouch Telestroke System and Air Ambulance geared to provide access to patients from across the high-incidence stroke state.

This is a full-time position providing care to patients in both the inpatient and an outpatient clinic setting.

This is an employment opportunity in a thriving community with close access to beaches and mountains, lower cost of living, and opportunity to impact a large number of citizens of South Carolina. This position comes with a competitive package that may include: sign-on bonus, competitive base salary + productivity bonus potential, paid medical malpractice, retirement plan, relocation expenses, CME allowance, etc. An academic appointment is available with the University of South Carolina School of Medicine, based on qualifications and experience.

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The Best Place to Practice Neurology MINNEAPOLIS/ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA The Twin Cities are regularly voted a “Best Place to live, work, etc.” in national surveys. HealthPartners is a successful Twin Cities-based multi-specialty physician group providing care in established clinical practices and nationally recognized hospitals in Minnesota and western Wisconsin. Our Neuroscience Division includes specialists in Neurology, Neurosurgery, Spine, PM&R, Pain Med, Neurocritical Care and Neuropsychology.

We have opportunities available for BC/BE practicing or newly graduating neurologists:

• NEUROHOSPITALIST/STROKE: based at Regions Hospital, our Level 1 Comprehensive Stroke Center, and HealthPartners Neuroscience Center – both in St. Paul.

• NEUROLOGIST: develop your subspecialty interest with our established practice in historic Stillwater, MN along the beautiful St. Croix River.

• NEUROLOGIST-METRO: enjoy a diverse urban/suburban patient base practicing at HealthPartners Neuroscience Center and our Stillwater clinic.

Apply online and learn more about how HealthPartners is a best place to practice at healthpartners.com/ careers or email your CV and cover letter to sandy.j.lachman@healthpartners.com. EOE

An Excellent Opportunity for a Neurologist in the Southwest San Juan Regional Medical Center in Farmington, New Mexico, is recruiting a BE/BC Neurologist. This opportunity not only brings with it a great place to live, but offers a caring community and hospital environment with a team committed to personalized, compassionate care.

You can look forward to: • • • • • • •

Compensation up to $275,000 base salary Productivity bonus incentive with no cap Lucrative benefit package, including retirement Sign on and relocation Student loan repayment Quality work/life balance Local Neurosurgery support available

San Juan Regional Medical Center is a non-profit and community governed facility. Farmington offers a temperate four-season climate near the Rocky Mountains with world-class snow skiing, fly fishing, golf, hiking and water sports. Easy access to world renowned Santa Fe Opera, cultural sites, National Parks and monuments. Farmington’s strong sense of community and vibrant Southwest culture make it a great place to pursue a work-life balance.

Interested candidates should contact

Terri Smith | tsmith@sjrmc.net | 888.282.6591 or 505.609.6011 sanjuanregional.com | sjrmcdocs.com

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Join our growing neurosciences division Physician opportunities in New York’s Hudson Valley and western Connecticut Katherine Platt, MS Physician Recruiter katherine.platt@nuvancehealth.org (845) 475-9608 TTY/Accessibility: (800) 421-1220

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Neurology Opportunities

Northeast and Central Pennsylvania

What you do at Geisinger shapes the future of health and improves lives – for our patients, communities and you. Our commitment to caring runs deep as we go the extra step to provide cutting-edge tools like the MyCode Community Health Initiative, our groundbreaking genomics program, to ensure patients get the best diagnosis possible. Wherever your future takes you at Geisinger, our commitment to you is what differentiates us.

As part of our expanding practice, Geisinger has opportunities for specialty neurologists, residents, and fellows throughout Pennsylvania.

Interested candidates, please reach out to Lori Surak at ljsurak@geisinger.edu.

The future of health is in you. geisinger.org/careers

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Chair, Department of Neurology The Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University (LKSOM), a nationally renowned, top-tier medical institution invites applications and nominations for the position of Chair, Department of Neurology.

The Chair is as dynamic leader who will promote a strong culture of institutional stewardship and collaboration throughout one of the region’s top academic health systems, Temple Health.

The new Chair will possess prior leadership and program development experience in an academic environment with demonstrated fiscal and administrative responsibility.

Specifically, the incumbent will continue to expand the clinical footprint of the department to optimize the provision of exceptional clinical care to the underserved population in the area, pursue new business opportunities and partnerships, recruit and retain faculty/staff, heighten scholarly activity and enhance medical education.

For additional information, please contact: Michael Lester, Senior Director, Physician / Faculty Recruitment, email: michael.lester@tuhs.temple.edu, phone: 215-707-5666 The University is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute through their research, teaching, and/or service to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities.

Michigan’s West Coast: Holland, MI The unparalled experience awaits.

Hiring BC-BE Neurologist or fellowship trained Neurophysiologist for a hospital-employed medical group with 65 providers. Partner with a 189-bed independent hospital known for its commitment to quality care, technology and outstanding patient experience. You’ll enjoy: • • • •

Three experienced neurology partners • Call 1:4 Robust compensation, benefits and paid time off Signing bonus • Relocation assistance • CME Malpractice/tail coverage • Large referral network

Email Beth at bbrackenridge@hollandhospital.org for more information, or visit hollandhospital.org.

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Employment Contracts: The Non-compete Clause When was the last time you read a service agreement or contract completely, from top to bottom? In this age of multi-page agreements just to download a phone app, there’s a certain amount of consumer ennui surrounding these documents. Most people would admit to hitting the “accept” button without a second glance at the agreement itself.

In terms of a cost-benefit analysis (the cost of using your time to read the agreement vs. the benefit of knowing what it says), hitting that button quickly probably makes sense. But when it comes to your physician employment contract, nothing could be further from the truth. Particularly since your agreement these days almost certainly contains a section that could literally change the course of your medical career down the road: the dreaded non-compete clause.

What is a non-compete?

Actually, according to Andy Fadenholz, neurology recruiting specialist with RosmanSearch, Inc., the physician’s non-compete doesn’t have to be dreaded—but it should be expected. Employers use them, he says, to protect against their doctors being recruited away to competing institutions. Having worked to build a

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practitioner’s reputation and specialty in the local area, they don’t want to see a nearby facility reap the reward of their investment.

Hence, the increasingly common use of non-compete clauses restricting the proximity of a physician’s next work setting, for a specified period of time.

Luke Campbell, a partner in the Seattle law firm of Montgomery Purdue Blakinship & Austin, works primarily with health care providers such as group practices and individual providers, which brings him into contact with provider employment agreements on a regular basis. In addition to the non-compete clause, he often sees a companion stipulation in the contract, commonly called the nonsolicitation clause. “This could be non-solicitation of their patients, or even their employees,” he notes. “They’re trying to protect those relationships by prohibiting you from interfering with them.”

Whether one or both appear in the physician’s contract, Campbell says the non-compete and non-solicitation clauses broadly form what is known as a restrictive covenant—an agreement which restricts you from doing something. While the non-solicitation aspect may be relatively straightforward, the non-compete portion of the contract may take some interpreting. Campbell starts with this primer: “Usually when someone uses the phrase

‘non-compete,’” he says, “they mean a restriction on the work somebody performs. For example, ‘You will not practice medicine.’

That’s a blanket restriction on the type of work you perform. Then there are modifications that can be made: ‘You won’t practice medicine in neurology’; or ‘You won’t practice medicine for one of our competitors’; or ‘within a 20-mile radius of our clinic.’ Basically, what ties those together is the work that’s being restricted.”

Are you likely to encounter a non-compete in your contract?

According to Campbell, physician non-competes are proliferating.

“I didn’t used to see them as often,” he says, “but now they seem to be uniformly and aggressively used by the employer whenever they can.” This mirrors a trend in non-medical professions, which, ironically, has likely contributed to states starting to restrict the use of non-competes, either through legislative or court processes. The problem has been one of over-reach, with some employers trying to use the non-compete to keep employees from leaving, rather than as a way to protect legitimate business interests. One well-known example in recent times was the case of Jimmy John’s, which tried to restrict their sandwich makers from working at other fast food operations, arguing that they had knowledge about Jimmy John’s that they could share. This was not upheld when the employees complained, and the company had to drop the clause from its hiring agreements.

With these two conflicting trends—the proliferation of noncompetes and the restriction of their use—Campbell recommends learning at least the basics of how they’re governed in the state in which you might work. For example, California now restricts their use to such a degree that most employees will not encounter a non-compete in that jurisdiction. Washington state, where Campbell practices, has recently created a less-encompassing, but still restrictive, set of rules that are in the process of being interpreted.

This lack of national uniformity is one reason Campbell recommends using an attorney licensed in the relevant state when you seek advice about your employment contract. He notes this might be especially important if you’re coming from a state that limits the use of non-competes, as you could be lulled into forgetting the bite they can have in another jurisdiction.

What to watch out for in your non-compete While non-competes are common, that doesn’t mean they’re harmless, at least for the candidate. Both Fadenholz and Campbell acknowledge that these tools are the employer’s friend, with either neutral or negative consequences for the physician. To keep that outcome on the neutral side of the range, attention should be paid to the key attributes of most non-competes: geographic scope, duration, and specific work restrictions, if any.

The stakes are not inconsequential. As Campbell points out, non-competes can fundamentally increase the cost of changing jobs, by requiring you to relocate in order to practice outside the restricted geographic scope. “If you’re in a metropolitan area and you’re banned from working within 20 miles,” he notes, you may be locked out of all the best places to practice in your metropolitan area.” Another cost of the non-compete cited by Campbell is the physician’s loss of negotiating power in the current job. “If they know you can’t make that switch very easily, you’ve lost the leverage of saying you’ll quit if they don’t improve your work conditions.”

It’s difficult to generalize about the “right” geographic range for a non-compete clause to specify, but Fadenholz has seen a pattern based on rural and urban areas. The more densely-populated the area, the smaller the restricted territory might be. Conversely, contracts covering those same urban areas might also hold the longest period for the non-compete. “Let’s say you’re in New York City,” Fadenholz explains. “You might have a five-mile noncompete, but for 30 months. While in Fargo, North Dakota, you might see 30 miles, but for only 12 months. If the non-compete is very focused geographically, we’ve been seeing that they’ll be over a longer period of time, but if it’s a broader area, it’s likely to be shorter.”

To complicate matters, Fadenholz warns there’s also an issue to consider in terms of the employer’s locations when they have multiple sites. “When they say 15 miles for the non-compete, is that 15 miles from any of their locations? From just the hospitals the candidate has privileges in? From new places they purchase or build?” Nor are doctors who sign on with smaller private practices immune from this problem. “There are some private groups joining hands with larger institutions,” Fadenholz says. “You have to be aware that signing a non-compete with a private group could turn into something binding with the larger group.”

How to handle the non-compete in your contract If this all sounds pretty discouraging, take heart. You may be able to negotiate some aspects of your non-compete. And, if not, forewarned is at least fore-armed. Knowing the restrictions on your next employment can help you craft a more deliberate career plan that takes into account these limitations.

Beginning with negotiation as an option, Campbell reports that he has had some ups and downs on this front. He advises starting with the goal of reducing the geographic scope to allow the candidate to work for a competitor without having to relocate. When that doesn’t work—as it often doesn’t—he recommends asking for extra compensation, perhaps as a signing bonus, to balance things out a bit. “The dynamic goes like this,” he says: “You ask for changes and they say ‘We don’t change anything for anyone.’ But your protestations result in them throwing money at you. And, eventually, if this happens often enough, the employer may get the message that these agreements are hurting their recruiting. It [negotiating] may not always work the way you want, but It’s always worth bringing up.”

In Fadenholz’ experience as a recruiter, the best success in modifying an agreement comes from a personal approach. “Ideally, you’d have the conversation in person,” he advises, “although you may have to pick up the phone instead. Just don’t do this over email. When you discuss it, explain the situation. Maybe that you’re excited to get started but you want to ensure you won’t have to pull your kids out of school and relocate if something were to happen.”

Some of the successes Fadenholz has seen include ranges that have been reduced so they don’t cover every affiliate of the institution, but are weighted toward the primary places the doctor is working.

Both Fadenholz and Campbell note that another option may still be available if the physician signs the non-compete but later needs to leave the employment. For example, they have seen employers waiving non-competes in exchange for non-pursuit of claims— say for wrongful dismissal—by the physician. In less contentious circumstances, the doctor may be able to gain accommodation if

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they’re leaving for a smaller practice or for work that doesn’t truly compete with the current employer. In any case, crafting an exit strategy while working under the non-compete is a process that would most likely benefit from the advice of an attorney. Not only do you want to honor your agreement with your current employer to the extent that it’s possible, but you also need to understand that your next employer could hesitate to hire you unless the noncompete is clearly waived.

6 Takeaway Tips About Physician Non-competes 1. Consult with an attorney, or someone else practiced in these documents, to review your contract before you sign.

Moving forward with a non-compete

2. Know your state’s regulations: Are non-competes allowed where you’ll be working?

If the prospect of signing a non-compete concerns you, that’s probably good. Your awareness will help you evaluate the offer more carefully, while also crafting potential exit plans so you’re not caught without options if something doesn’t work out. More than anything, Campbell advises physicians to use the presence of a non-compete as fair warning that taking a medical position is serious business.

“Doctors have to stop and adjust their initial thought, which might have been ‘If this doesn’t work, I’ll try another job,’” Campbell says.

“Seeing the non-compete gives more weight and consequence to the contract. It means they should pay more attention to the rest of the contract, and to the culture and the fit, to be sure they’re going to be comfortable there.” n

3. Understand the non-compete’s restrictions: Geographic scope, length of time and restricted activities; if these things aren’t clear to you, ask for clarification before you sign.

4. Have an exit plan in mind: If you needed to leave this job unexpectedly, would you be able to work in your current city or would a relocation be required?

5. Remember that the best time to negotiate a change in the non-compete is before you sign the contract (rather than later, when you need to leave).

6. If you do need to leave a position with a non-compete in place, try to bargain for a waiver, perhaps based on the position you plan to take.

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Inpatient/Outpatient Neurologist Opportunities in Coastal Delaware Inpatient/Outpatient Neurologist BE/BC

• Evaluate and treat a full range of neurological conditions, including movement disorders, elderly care, Parkinson’s and dementia • Strong commitment to patients and collaboration with colleagues to ensure patient-focused service • Competitive offer in private practice with hospital support • Two Neuro Hospitalists and two Outpatient/Inpatient Neurologists on medical staff • Beebe is committed to attracting and retaining top clinical talent

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• Progressive, not-for-profit community health system with multi-million dollar expansion underway • Cardiac surgery, interventional cardiology, cancer center with radiation, da Vinci Xi robot, Baltimore, MD 256-slice CT, 3.0T MRI, PET Scan, 3D mammography, 20-bed ICU, hyperbaric chambers Email introductory cover letter and CV to: Joseph Stokes PhysicianRecruitment@BeebeHealthcare.org www.beebehealthcare.org/physician-opportunities Beebe Medical Group Administration • 1515 Savannah Rd., Suite 102, Lewes, DE 19958 www.beebemedicalgroup.org • Beebe Healthcare is a non-smoking and fragrance free system.

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GENERAL NEUROLOGIST OPPORTUNITY Penn State Health St. Joseph in Berks County, Pennsylvania is seeking a general neurologist to join our existing practice. The selected candidate will have both inpatient and outpatient responsibilities. This is an excellent opportunity for a neurologist who wishes to enjoy a high-quality of life while providing care within a community of approximately 400,000.

What We’re Seeking • Medical degree – MD, DO • BC/BE in Neurology • Candidates with subspecialty training encouraged to apply What We’re Offering: • A competitive salary and generous benefits • Outstanding program and highly collaborative culture • Interaction with dynamic clinicians • Routinely ranked among the Top 50 Heart Hospitals in the country in quality metrics • Nationally certified as a Center of Excellence in Chest Pain, Stroke and Heart Failure • Nursing care that has also earned the distinction as a “Pathways to Excellence” accredited facility

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: Patty Shipton, FASPR, Physician Recruiter at pshipton@pennstatehealth.psu.edu or 717-531-4703.

Penn State Health is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.

EOE-AA-M/F/D/V. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position’s responsibilities.

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Position for AcAdemic ePilePtologist A v A i l A b l e J u ly 1 , 2 0 2 0 The University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center are seeking epileptologists at the assistant to associate professor level. Candidates require comprehensive expertise in epilepsy, including all aspectsC of electroencephalography, CCTV-EEG monitoring with an emphasis on non-invasive and invasive presurgical evaluations, and the comprehensive medical managementM of patients with intractable epilepsy. At the Level 4 NAEC Epilepsy Center, availableY facilities and services include: a dedicated 8-bed adult epilepsy monitoring unit CM (EMU) equipped with the state-of-the art equipment including automatic SPECT injectors, extensive EEG facilities with a dedicated ICU Monitoring EEG Service, MY multimodality neuroimaging that includes 1.5-7.0 T MRI, fMRI, PET, PET-MRI, SPECT, and a whole-head MEG System and a multidisciplinary treatment team. Candidates CY must be qualified for medical licensure in Pennsylvania and meet the requirements CMY necessary for a faculty position at the University of Pittsburgh. Two-year subspecialty epilepsy training is much preferred, while otherwise strong candidates with one-K year experience will be considered. Faculty rank will depend on experience and academic credentials. Candidates with interest in either clinical or basic science epilepsy research are encouraged to apply.

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HEALTHIEST LIVES POSSIBLE Utah has no shortage of outdoor adventures. It’s also home to one of the best healthcare .

YOU! • Competitive salary • Relocation provided up to 15k • Full benefits including 401k match & CME • Unless otherwise specified, visa sponsorship not available

Applicants should submit a CV and letter of interest to: conwaypj@upmc.edu Executive Administrator, Department of Neurology 3471 Fifth Avenue, Suite 811, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity, EOE, including disability/vets.

physicianrecruit@imail.org • 800.888.3134 PhysicianJobsIntermountain.org

University of Wisconsin-Madison Opportunities Adult General Neurology, Alzheimer’s, Neuroscience, Pediatric Neurology, Neurohospitalist/Stroke, Multiple Sclerosis, Headache, Neuro-critical care, Neurooncology, Neuropsychology, and Pediatric Neuropsychology.

The Ochsner team is seeking BC/BE Neurologists. We are expanding our team and have openings in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and the North Shore regions.

Ochsner Health System is Louisiana’s largest nonprofit healthcare system. Driven by a mission to Serve, Heal, Lead, Educate, and Innovate.

Interested physicians should apply to www.ochsner.org/physician Sorry, no J1 visa opportunities.

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We are seeking an Assistant, Associate or Full Professors on the clinician-teacher, CHS track and/or Tenure tracks. Candidates must hold a M.D., MD/PhD or DO, be Board certified or board eligible in neurology, and / or the ability to obtain a Wisconsin Medical License. Fellowship training or equivalent experience is required for subspecialty positions. Clinical activities will involve attending duties in neurology clinics and on inpatient services at the University of Wisconsin and affiliated regional hospitals and clinics. Teaching responsibilities include teaching medical student courses and clerkship, mentoring graduate students and trainees, training residents, fellows and medical students and teaching continuing education programs for physicians and the public. Candidates will be able to develop a research program that could also be integrated into clinical activities.

The Department of Neurology currently has active and robust clinical programs in all of these areas at a nationally recognized academic hospital. The Department currently has a medical school clerkship, expanding adult and pediatric neurology residency programs and several fellowship programs.

Wisconsin’s capital, Madison, has been and continues to be consistently listed as a “best” city to live and work in. It is a vibrant, diverse community with excellent schools, wonderful cultural and recreational opportunities with a low cost of living.

The University of Wisconsin – Madison has consistently been ranked among the top 5 to 10 research universities, and thrives on a noteworthy collaborative research atmosphere, including in the neurosciences.

We offer an attractive starting compensation and extensive benefits including malpractice coverage. We are seeking individuals who wish to work within a team to help build our clinical, teaching and research programs. Interested applicants, please visit our job board, at Jobs at UW (PVLs below) and submit a curriculum vitae/resume and cover letter referring to the position vacancy listing number below. Finalists may be asked to provide at least three letters of reference at a future date. Questions can be addressed to applications@neurology.wisc.edu.

Unless confidentiality is requested in writing, information regarding the applicants must be released upon request. Wisconsin Caregiver law applies. UW-Madison is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Neurologist Opportunities The Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine and the Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center are seeking clinical and research neurologists to join our team. You will join the collegial faculty at Penn State Neurology, which is poised for for an exciting period of growth under the leadership of our Chair, Krish Sathian, MBBS, PhD, FANA.

NEUROLOGY PHYSICIAN CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Memorial Healthcare System continues to grow and is actively recruiting neurologists for the following positions: • Epilepsy • General Neurology • Medical Director, Pediatric Neurology (Palm Beach office)

• Neurohospitalist • Neurohospitalist (Staff Relief) • Neuromuscular Neurology • Vascular Neurology

These are employed positions with the multispecialty Memorial Physician Group. The full-time positions offer competitive benefits and compensation packages that are commensurate with training and experience. Professional malpractice and medical liability are covered under sovereign immunity.

CURRENT OPENINGS: Epilepsy • General Neurology Movement Disorder • Neuromuscular Vascular/Stroke

About Memorial Healthcare System Memorial Healthcare System is one of the largest public healthcare systems in the United States. A national leader in quality care and patient satisfaction, Memorial has ranked 11 times since 2008 on nationally recognized lists of great places to work.

Memorial’s work environment has been rated by employees and physicians alike as an open-door, inclusive culture that is committed to safety, transparency and, above all, outstanding service to patients and families.

Located in South Florida, residents enjoy a high quality of life – including year-round summer weather, exciting multiculturalism and no state income tax.

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:

Patty Shipton, FASPR, Physician Recruiter

pshipton@pennstatehealth.psu.edu or 717-531-4703.

To see job descriptions and/or to submit your CV for consideration, please visit memorialphysician.com. Additional information about Memorial Healthcare System can be found at mhs.net. Additional information about Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital can be found at jdch.com.

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Neurohospitalist Opportunity Tampa Bay, FL

We are a team of Neurologists located in Miami, Florida.

The practice is well established and respected within the South Florida community.

We are part of a physician led, professionally managed multi center neurology group.

We are currently seeking a board certified or board eligible Neurologist to join our expanding, stable and respected practice. The group offers a comprehensive benefit package which includes, competitive salary; incentive bonus; pension plan; malpractice, health, dental, vision and supplement insurance; vacation and CME time.

Miami is home to two universities and one college. Its population is a diverse culture of people. We are located just a short distance to Coconut Grove, Brickell, Wynwood and South Beach, with an array of fine dining, theatre, nightlife, sports and more. The area

Envision Physician Services and Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point is seeking a Neurohospitalist to join our team located in Hudson, Florida in the greater Tampa Bay area.

Neurology Hospitalist Program Features: • • • • • •

Brand-new Neurology Program! No Weekends!

No Nights!

Staffing Model: Monday through Friday schedule (40 hrs a week) Neurologist currently seeing 12 patient encounters a day- expect growth Academic focus with Internal Medicine Residency Program; potential for teaching position in future Salaried position with excellent compensation Comprehensive benefits package

For more information contact: Nate Nylander, Recruiter E: Nate.Nylander@EnvisionHealth.com O: 214.932.1024

is a safe, highly educated and friendly community.

Please forward your CV to cvaan17@ gmail.com Please visit our website: www.fcneurology.net

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Neurology, Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner The Neurology Center (NCPA) is currently seeking a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner with 3+ years of experience in a neurology practice or neurology department. It is a full time position that will rotate between our Chevy Chase and White Oak, MD locations. Active licensure in Maryland required and DC preferred. NCPA is the premier single specialty provider of neurological services in the Washington DC metro area.

With seven clinical locations including a sleep center, we provide convenient, state of the art services to our patients, referring physicians and community.

We offer competitive salary, full benefits which include pension plan, medical insurance, malpractice insurance and CME assistance.

Please send resume and salary requirement to: hrjobs@neurologycenter.com EOE /F/D/V.

Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY) is comprised of over 4,000 physicians and healthcare professionals who provide services to NYC Health + Hospitals (H+H), the largest public health system in the United States. Join a team of highly skilled professionals with outstanding credentials who deliver the highest level of quality healthcare to patients throughout New York City.

Director of Neurology – Brooklyn, NY NYC Health + Hospitals/Coney Island is a 371-bed facility with a strong academic affiliation SUNY Downstate Medical Center and New York College of Osteopathic Medicine. Oversee administrative management of the Neurology Division, including quality assurance and attainment of facility driven performance targets. Along with providing clinical care in an in/ outpatient setting, you will provide in/outpatient consultation in general neurology, resident/ medical education, clinically lead our stroke service, supervise our stroke coordinator, and, perform other administrative duties as needed.

Qualifications include: • Active, Unrestricted NYS License • Board Eligible or Board Certified in Neurology (ABMS)

• Five (5) years of experience as an Attending Neurologist and educator preferred • Administrative experience preferred

General Neurologist - Bronx, NY - No Weekends or Call NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln, located just 15 minutes from NYC, is an acute care teaching hospital academically affiliated with Weill-Cornell Medical College. Lincoln Medical Center is also a NYS designated Level I Trauma and Stroke Center and has Centers of Excellence in all medical specialties including its award- winning Cancer and Breast Centers. Position includes a combination of outpatient and inpatient consultation in general neurology, as well as supervision and teaching of internal medicine and psychiatry residents. Administrative and clinical research opportunities exist, in accordance with the person’s interest.

Qualifications include: • Board Certification or Eligibility in Neurology • Current NYS license (or the ability to obtain one)

• Ability to speak Spanish highly desired

In addition to offering competitive wages, attractive benefits packages, 401(k) plans and performance rewards, our professionals enjoy a sense of accomplishment brought on by work environments that promote collaborative learning and team-based effort. For consideration, please contact: Mary Cordoba – Office of Physician Recruitment at: cordobam@pagny.org, 646-532-1071, or apply online at: www.pagny.org/careers/?keyword=neurologist&specialty=&facility=#searchResult

www.pagny.org PAGNY is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

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Clinically Advanced.

Nationally Recognized.

LEADERS

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OREGON • FULL TIME We believe in giving physicians what they need to succeed!

We are actively recruiting for a Board Certified/Board Eligible Neurologist with the ability to perform nerve conduction studies. You would join a growing integrated multispecialty medical practice long established in the community with a strong reputation of serving patients.

Summit Medical Group Oregon is a leading, for-profit, physician-owned multispecialty group practice in Central Oregon with locations in Bend, Redmond and Sisters. With 130+ providers that span 30 specialties and services, we believe our consistent model betters both the lives of our patients and our physician partners, and translates into a higher level of patient focused, quality and convenient health care.

As part of our team, you’ll enjoy: • Physician owned, provider led and professionally managed medical group • Market competitive rates with high earning potential and a quality bonus program • Busy practice, high demand for neurology services • Shareholder opportunity • Team-based approach focused on patient centered care

• An established and growing integrated multispecialty medical practice • Comprehensive administrative and clinical support • A medical practice that cares about you and your success • Easy access to resources

Located east of the Cascade Mountains, Bend enjoys 300 days of sunshine and a wonderful high desert climate. World class skiing, renowned fishing and amazing golf, water sports, cycling and trail running are all part of a quality lifestyle for Central Oregon residents. Our community also offers excellent schools, a variety of cultural activities, great food and entertainment, and is noted as one of the best places to live for outdoor activity by Sunset Magazine, Bike Magazine, CNN, Newsweek and Golf Magazine.

We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefit package, and a dynamic practice experience. For immediate consideration, please call 541-706-2550, email your CV to providerrecruitment@shm.net, or apply online, at

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NEW JERSEY • FULL TIME Summit Medical Group is building an outpatient Clinical Neuroscience Center to provide integrated care by Neurology, Neurosurgery, Orthopedic Spine Surgery, Rehabilitation Medicine/Pain Management, and Chiropractic providers.

As a result, we are seeking well-trained, Board Eligible/Certified Neurologists, both general and subspecialists to grow our Neuroscience center in northern NJ. We are affiliated with several local hospital systems and have a very attractive call schedule. We have in-house neuroimaging, EEG and EMG services.

Summit Medical Group’s unique, coordinated care model was designed to provide convenient access to all the services most patients will require.

Through an integrated group of providers and comprehensive resources, and with the merge of Summit Medical Group and CityMD, we deliver strong clinical outcomes while ensuring positive experiences for our patients within the New Jersey, New York, and Central Oregon regions.

If interested please reach out to Dr. Komal Naik - knaik@smgnj.com or Diana Shaughnessy - dshaughnessy@shm.net.

We offer competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and a dynamic working environment. For Immediate consideration, please email your CV to providerrecruitment@shm.net or apply online at:

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Physician-Led Medicine in Montana

Neurologist (Clinic or Hospital)

Billings Clinic is nationally recognized for clinical excellence.

Billings, Montana, is a friendly college community located near the magnificent Rocky Mountains with great schools, safe neighborhoods and abundant family activities. Exciting outdoor recreation is just minutes from home. 300 days of sunshine every year!

Seeking BE/BC Neurologists with fellowship/subspecialty interest in neurohospitalist medicine, epilepsy, dementia, or headache to join our growing team as clinic-based Neurologists and Neurohospitalists.

A new opportunity is calling.

Generous loan repayment • Consultative only practice • Primary Stroke Center • EEG and long-term video monitoring • Opportunity to teach/IM Residency • Great work/life balance • No call for outpatient team • Guaranteed base + generous RVU production incentive • J1 Visas accepted • Mayo Clinic Care Network provides clinical resources and direct access to Mayo Clinic specialists • “One of the Top 25 Best Places to Live” – Livability.com

At Provider Solutions & Development, our career coaches know the ins and outs of Neurology and are dedicated to learning who you are, so we can find you a career where you will thrive, happily and healthily.

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TOWER HEALTH IS HIRING NEUROLOGISTS Due to extensive growth, expanding volume, and community need, we are seeking talented Neurology Physicians in the following specialties: n Hospitalist n General n Interventional Vascular n Neurocritical Care n Sleep Medicine n Stroke Medical Director n Vascular

The expanding Neuroscience Center has hired 18 Neurologists and an additional four Fellowship-trained Neurosurgeons, in the past five years, for a total of seven.

What We Offer: n n n n n n

Tower Health Neuroscience Center is a multisubspecialty clinical service line addressing the needs in the seven Tower Health hospitals in four counties of Southeast PA.

Competitive Compensation Exceptional Health Insurance and Benefits Educational Loan Assistance Relocation Assistance 403b (matching) and 457b Retirement Plans Spousal/Domestic Partner Job Search Support

For more information, contact:

Kenneth (Nick) Nichols, Senior Physician Recruiter 484-628-6581 • Kenneth.Nichols@towerhealth.org

Careers.TowerHealth.org At Tower Health, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that is reflective of the communities we serve.

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Neurologist Opportunity in the heart of New England!

We value every physicians input & support each physician’s professional growth.

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Neurology Opportunity in the Beautiful Berkshires~Western Massachusetts

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Join our well established multi-specialty practice .

Work alongside 3 neurologists and a committed support staff.

Enjoy an ideal work/life balance in a great location!

We understand the importance of balancing work with a healthy personal lifestyle.

• Berkshires, a 4-season resort community • Endless cultural opportunities, • World renowned music, art, theater, and museums • Year round recreational activities from skiing to kayaking.

• Excellent public and private schools make this an ideal family location, • Just 2 ½ hours from both Boston and New York City.

Berkshire Health Systems Opportunity • Full and Part Time opportunities.

• Subspecialty or General Neurology interests welcome.

• 1 in 7call arrangement gives you the 'perfect' position to balance both your professional interests and personal commitments.

• Flexible balance of inpatient/outpatient coverage • Competitive compensation and benefits package, including sign on, productivity option and relocation.

Berkshire Medical Center, BHS's 302-bed community teaching hospital and Trauma Center, is a major teaching affiliate of the University of Massachusetts Medical School. With the latest technology and a system-wide electronic health record, BHS is the region's leading provider of comprehensive healthcare services.

This is a great opportunity to practice in a beautiful and culturally rich area while being Interested candidates are invited to contact: affiliated with a health system with award winning programs, nationally recognized Shelly Sweet, Physician Recruitment Specialist physicians, and world class technology. msweet@bhs1.org or Apply online at: www.berkshirehealthsystems.org www.berkshirehealthsystems.org

We are located in the – just a few minutes from the beach and just one hour from Boston!

While practicing medicine within our community, you will also enjoy fantastic four season recreation, no state sales or income taxes, a superb quality of life in one of the lowest crime rates in the nation.

This opportunity offers an excellent salary and benefits package including a zero deductible health plan, generous paid time off, CME dollars, and malpractice coverage.

For more information contact: Heather Mamos, Physician Recruitment Specialist Phone: (603) 580-7131 www.CorePhysicians.org

Exciting Opportunity to be a Part of Neurology with WellSpan Health Enjoy unmatched career and lifestyle advantages with WellSpan Health, located in South Central Pennsylvania.

With 8 hospitals and over 200 patient care locations, this not-for-profit integrated healthcare system offers the

region’s only accredited Level 1 Trauma Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center.

Neurology Opportunities: Adult Outpatient Neurology - York, PA Adult Outpatient Neurology – Lebanon, PA Neurohospitalist – York, PA

South Central Pennsylvania is a growing, family friendly community with abundant recreation, cultural activities, excellent schools with an affordable cost of living.

Just 60-minutes north of Baltimore and 90-minutes west of Philadelphia.

Full range of benefits including competitive salary, $50K signing bonus, $100K educational loan repayment, paid relocation and more!

TO LEARN MORE about Neurology opportunities, contact our Physician Recruiter: Cris Williams at (717) 812-4487 | cwilliams9@wellspan.org Visit our website at: www.joinwellspan.org

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Sell Yourself: How to Brag in Interviews Here’s a dilemma that you may have experienced: You have something good you want to tell someone about yourself, but you can’t figure out how to do it without sounding like you’re bragging.

In a social setting, that’s merely awkward, but in an interview, the way you handle this situation could mean the difference between getting an offer or leaving the meeting empty-handed.

As a medical professional, the problem can seem even more challenging. Never mind feeling uncomfortable promoting yourself, how would you know what to say? Let’s suppose you’ve become accustomed in life as a high achiever. Not only that, but most of those in your cohort are also very high achieving. When everyone around you is performing at a high level, it can be difficult to discern which achievements will seem notable to an interviewer.

The solution? Strategic bragging. Not just boasting about yourself and your abilities—because really, that’s seldom appealing. But instead, bringing out your best points and relating them to the goals of the program or employer you’re talking with. When the accomplishments are provided in this context, they spark exchanges about future opportunities, rather than just landing with a thud in the middle of the conversation.

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If you’re ready to try this approach yourself, read on for an easy process you can adopt.

1. Decide what to brag about This is a quick two-part exercise. First, make a list of things you’re proud of achieving or doing. This can include anything from getting high grades to teaching yourself to skateboard. For the moment, just treat this list as a catchall covering all parts of your life, to ensure that nothing gets missed.

To complete the exercise, mark the things on your list that you can imagine talking about in a job interview. Now review this shorter list and ask yourself: Which of these achievements had a positive impact on others, whether they were employers, your community, or peers?

As an example, while perfect test scores are achievements to be proud of, they don’t improve circumstances for anyone else. On the other hand, suppose you’re a resident who thought of a topic for rounds, and then gained permission to make that presentation. It’s easy to see that this achievement would have positively impacted others, which makes it a good choice for an interview brag.

2. Clarify your role in the achievement If you don’t focus on your own role as you prepare your story, it’s easy to give credit for your work to “the team.” While it’s important to acknowledge the role others may have played, making them the star of the story doesn’t help interviewers understand your contributions. And after all, it’s you they’re hiring, not the team.

Here are two examples to illustrate the point, using the idea of having created a talk for rounds.

I saw that parents were struggling when their children were diagnosed with epilepsy, so I discussed the idea of doing a rounds talk with my mentor. He encouraged me, which is what made me do it. I don’t think I would have gone forward without that encouragement, but I’m glad I did. I learned a lot in that process.

Yikes. That story is positive, but it doesn’t really convey what you’re capable of, or the impact you made. Here’s the better example: I saw that parents were struggling when their children were diagnosed with epilepsy, so I decided to make a rounds presentation to help my peers understand the impact this situation has on families. To make it feel more real, I interviewed several parents to ask what they had experienced in the first weeks of the diagnosis, and then I brought in some information from the literature about treatment impacts on kids of different ages. My goal wasn’t to be comprehensive in a medical sense, but to give a more human dimension to the situation. I got a lot of good feedback that the session helped the residents feel more connected to the patients.

You can see how this story would create a stronger impression, while also providing the interviewer with more options for follow-on questions.

And, even though it’s all about you as the narrator, keeping the focus on the steps and outcome helps tone down any sense of boasting.

As you can see, a candidate who is determined to share particular points can usually find a way to do it; the trick is to be creative in finding the opening.

4. To make this process easier, set the stage with your CV Since the employer will have seen your CV before deciding to interview you, this is a natural place to begin the “conversation” about the accomplishments you want to share. To do this, you don’t need a separate category labeled Achievements—although that can be a simple solution. But even the process of adding short descriptions for your primary training and job experiences will increase the chance of being asked questions that let you brag. For example, imagine if you were to make this notation in the section for Residency Training: In addition to treating patients, also developed a talk for rounds about the emotional impact of epilepsy on parents of newly diagnosed children.

Although that data might also appear later in the CV’s Presentations section, its initial impact in the residency section will be more immediate. This is a case where the context increases the power of the achievement; reading that you did this on top of your other duties as a resident provides another level of insight about you.

5. More tips for creating effective interview brags As you’re preparing to adopt this strategy, there are just a few things to avoid. First, try not to go into too much detail about the process behind any of your successes. Providing a few details is important as it gives context, but long stories can stifle an interview. Remember that they will ask questions if they want more detail.

3. Find ways to slip your achievements into the conversation

Next, remember not to play down your own initiative. If something was your idea, don’t say “We decided to…” The interviewer has no way of knowing what role you played—and can play in the future—unless you bring that forward.

When preparing for interviews, remember that the questions may not line up perfectly with the information you hope to provide. For example, you might not be asked “Tell us your best achievements.”

Rather than waiting for such a direct invitation, you can learn to recognize other opportunities. For example, watch how you could bring forward your experience with the epilepsy presentation:

As the counterpart to claiming your own initiative, you must strive to do so in a way that doesn’t diminish anyone else. This would be a poor choice of words: “Since no one else seemed able to find a solution, I decided….” Instead, this would be a more gracious rephrasing: “We were all challenged by the situation and nothing seemed to be working, so I decided to try a different approach….”

Q: What are your strengths?

A: One of my strengths is sharing information. For example…

Or perhaps, Q: What are your weaknesses?

A: One thing I’ve been working to improve is my comfort with public speaking. For example, last year, I challenged myself to give a talk…

Don’t worry if this seems like a lot to remember. Start by identifying your relatable achievements, and then see if you can find a place for a few of them on your CV. Once that’s done, you’ll feel more confident about engaging the interviewer with your “brags.” Here’s one more thing that might give you courage: Remember that everyone wants to hire someone who can make a difference. By providing that information, you’ll be helping the employer as much as you’re helping yourself. n

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Kansas City’s Premier Neuroscience Institute

Breakthrough Care Closer to Home

M Health Fairview is seeking board certified/eligible Neurologists in the following areas: • Endovascular Neurology

• Pediatric Neurology

• General Neurology

• Stroke/Critical Care

• Memory Care

• Spine Disorders

• Neuromuscular Disease

• Vascular Neurology

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Certain positions to be hired on the academic-clinician track.

To learn more or to apply, please contact: Rebecca Hughbanks

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TRUE BLUE GENERAL NEUROLOGIST & EPILEPTOLOGIST OPPORTUNITIES Metro Health – University of Michigan Health is seeking full time, permanent BE/BC Neurologist and BE/BC Epileptologist to join a growing, functional neuroscience program.

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N eurologists o pportuNities Located in Beautiful Northern California Sutter Medical Group is currently seeking BE/BC pediatric neurologists, adult neurologists, neurointensivists, neurohospitalists, and advanced practice clinicians to join established practices throughout the Sacramento-Sierra region of California.

Sutter Medical Group is a successful, 1000+ member multi-specialty group offering physicians the opportunity to build their practices within a progressive, financially sound and collaborative organization. SMG is recognized as a Top Performing Physician Group by the Integrated Healthcare Association. Our members are dedicated to providing the highest quality and most complete health care possible to the people in the communities we serve in the greater Sacramento Sierra Region of Amador, Placer, Sacramento, Solano and Yolo Counties.

Join us and enjoy:  Income guarantee with shareholder track  Generous compensation and benefits, including 401(k)  Advanced practice technology, including Electronic Medical Records  A positive work-life balance and Northern California’s natural beauty and lifestyle The Sacramento Sierra Region offers all the advantages of living in Northern California. The region offers cultural diversity, as well as ample outdoor activities including river rafting, skiing, and biking. Centrally located, you are just an hour and a half from the mountains of Lake Tahoe or the bay of San Francisco. For the wine connoisseur, scenic Napa Valley is just a short drive away.

Michelle Pedler, Physician Recruiter Sutter Health Sacramento Sierra Region,2750 Gateway Oaks, Sacramento, CA 95833, (800) 650-0625, develops@sutterhealth.org, www.checksutterfirst.org

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Live, Work, Play in the Carolina Corridor of N.C.

Cone Health is seeking additional Neurohospitalists in Greensboro, N.C. Located in NC’s 3rd largest city, Moses Cone Hospital is a Comprehensive Stroke Center, and regional referral center. This is an opportunity to join our 13-provider Neurohospitalists Team.

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Excellent Comp Package; Quality & Productivity Incentives 7 On/7 off schedule; 12-hour shifts; with NO Call Consulting Service with Neuro APP Support Opportunities for Teaching & Stroke Research Can sponsor H1B Visa now; J1 Visa in 2021

Please contact me regarding this amazing opportunity!

Donna Talbert | Donna.Talbert@ConeHealth.com O: 336-663-5279 www.ConeHealth.com

Bronson Neuroscience Center has exciting opportunities in southwest Michigan for General and Vascular Neurologists. Candidates will join our current team of four neurosurgeons, nine neurologists, two physiatrists, psychiatrist, two neurobehavioral psychologists and extensive Advanced Practitioner support for all subspecialties. Weekend call coverage rotation is a minimum of 6 weeks.

Positions are employed and are part of the physician led Bronson Medical Group with ability to pursue clinical research. Physicians also have opportunities for teaching and academic affiliation through Western Michigan University School of Medicine. This is an opportunity to join a practice that is number one in its market and has an established reputation for high quality and patient experience excellence. We are looking for partners who can help us continue to grow our neuroscience services.

Bronson offers a competitive salary, annual quality incentive bonus and sign-on bonus, loan reimbursement, residency/fellowship stipend, malpractice coverage with tail, paid relocation, generous PTO and CME along with a comprehensive benefit package.

Bronson Methodist Hospital is ranked among the top five percent in the nation for neurosciences and neurosurgery and is recognized by Healthgrades as one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Stroke Care and Spine Surgery. Bronson Methodist Hospital is a Level One Trauma Center and is accredited as a Comprehensive Stroke Center by the Joint Commission. Our healthcare system serves patients and families throughout southwest Michigan and northern Indiana. Offering a full range of services from primary care to advanced critical care, our goal is to provide you with the right care, at the right time, in the right place.

At Bronson, our vision is simple and straightforward - to create an exceptional healthcare experience for every person every time.

Bronson Healthcare Group is a not-for-profit, community-governed health system serving nine counties in southwest Michigan. With a work force of over 9,000 employees, more than 1,000 medical staff members, and nearly 800 licensed beds, Bronson is the largest employer and leading healthcare system in southwest Michigan and our physicians and staff are nationally recognized for many exceptional achievements in quality, safety and service.

Bronson Healthcare Group is located just east of Lake Michigan and 150 miles from the Chicago area offering a diverse cultural opportunity, very affordable real estate, a major focus on education and a variety of recreation options. Our local area is home to several international companies including Stryker, Pfizer and Kellogg.

Interested candidates may send curriculum vitae to Cadace Morrow at morroca@bronsonhg.org or call 269.341.8631 bronsonhealth.com

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GENERAL NEUROLOGIST APPOINTMENT Massachusetts General Hospital Department Of Neurology And Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Cape Cod Seeks Full-Time Neurologist Massachusetts General Physicians Organization (MGPO) and its Department of Neurology is seeking a full-time neurologist to work at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Cape Cod (SCC). Interested candidates should have a clinical interest in Movement Disorders, MS and rehabilitative interventions.

The successful candidate will expand an outpatient neurology practice and provide consultations within the inpatient setting of Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Cape Cod. Depending in interests, the candidate may have a portion of clinical and/or administrative effort devoted to MGH Neurology-based programs and initiatives.

Candidates should have a strong record and reputation as a clinician and teacher and should also possess exceptional leadership, teamwork, and interpersonal abilities.

Applicants must have an M.D. or D.O. degree, BC/BE in Neurology. The ideal candidate possesses and has demonstrated leadership, program development, teamwork, and interpersonal qualities.

A competitive salary and benefits package including relocation expenses.

Please send CV to: Kelly Lombardo, Spaulding Hospital Cambridge, 1575 Cambridge Street, Cambridge, MA 02138 or email: klombardo@partners.org.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions or any other characteristic protected by law.

Are you interested in joining an established and growing neurology team at a Top 15 health system in a family friendly community? Lakeland Neurology is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Neurologist who is dedicated to delivering the highest level of care to our patients.

Full time employed position with initial salary guarantee – plus generous signing bonus and the opportunity to earn productivity bonuses!

Team includes two neurologists and an advanced practitioner. Support of 24/7 hospitalist and intensivist teams to ensure proper hand-offs for complex patients. Tele-neurohospitalist service provides inpatient coverage at Lakeland Medical Center. Epic EHR. Flexible Monday – Friday schedule.

Spectrum Health Lakeland, ranked one of the 15 Top Hospitals® in the nation by IBM Watson Health™ in 2019, is a Certified Primary Stroke Center by The Joint Commission. We are also a teaching hospital, offering residencies in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, and Internal Medicine, and host 3rd and 4th year medical students from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Central Michigan University College of Medicine.

Recruitment & Benefits Package

• • • • •

Competitive market-based compensation Health/dental/vision/disability/life insurance/retirement benefits CME allowance Relocation assistance provided in accordance with policy Interview expenses covered

Southwest Michigan is home to Whirlpool Corporation’s Global Headquarters and Andrews University – one of the most diverse college campuses in the United States. One of the most affordable places to live in Michigan, we offer a peaceful, relaxed quality of life on the shores of Lake Michigan, with a wide variety of outdoor and cultural activities only 90 minutes from downtown Chicago.

To learn more, please contact Alexis Johns at ajohns2@lakelandhealth.org or (269) 982-4808

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Neurology Career Opportunities NORTON NEUROSCIENCE INSTITUTE is recruiting multiple board-certified or board-eligible physicians for its comprehensive program in Louisville, Kentucky. The ideal candidates will have an opportunity to join a collaborative team of more than 65 subspecialty neuroscience providers.

Career opportunities are available in the following programs: y General neurology

y Epilepsy

y Movement disorders

y Neuromuscular

y Stroke

y Headache

ABOUT NORTON NEUROSCIENCE INSTITUTE

LEADER in using innovative and cutting-edge technology and robotics

y Behavioral/memory

Participating

Each opportunity includes a competitive compensation package, including sign-on bonus, relocation assistance and a production bonus option. For candidates coming out of residency/fellowship, we offer loan reimbursement. For experienced candidates relocating into the market, we offer a retention bonus.

in more than

Named one of

100 GREAT 130 RESEARCH STUDIES

To discuss this opportunity, contact Tracy Shaughnessy, senior recruiter, physicians, Norton Medical Group, at (502) 609-3672 or tracy.shaughnessy@ nortonhealthcare.org.

neurosurgery and spine programs

by BECKER’S HOSPITAL REVIEW

over the past decade

Norton Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

The University of Colorado-Anschutz Medical Campus Department of Neurology is seeking a behavioral neurologist to join our growing Behavioral Neurology Section Behavioral Neurology Clinic • • •

Dedicated Memory Disorders Clinic integrated w/ University of Colorado (CU) Alzheimer’s and Cognition Center On-site Clinical Neuropsychology University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is the most comprehensive health center and largest tertiary referral center in the Rocky Mountain region

Academic Teaching and Research • • • •

Clinic hosts fellows, residents, and medical students Faculty participate in conferences, grand rounds, and other CME opportunities Research opportunities within the CU Alzheimer’s and Cognition Center The University’s School of Medicine was awarded more than $516 million in research grants and contracts in the 20172018 fiscal year

Benefits • • • •

Cumulative vacation and sick leave Generous employer retirement contribution Tuition reimbursement Excellent health, dental, malpractice coverage

Work Life Balance • • • •

M-F clinical hours, minimal weekend and evening responsibilities Medical campus located 20 minutes from Denver, one hour from mountain recreation opportunities Vibrant nightlife, music scene, and four professional sports teams in Denver Denver was ranked #2 place to live in America, according to 2019 U.S. News & World Report

If you are interested in the position, please email Joshua Schwab at Neurology-HR@ucdenver.edu

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At Vituity, it’s about

Writing your own story.

A vibrant culture of opportunity, flexibility, and support enables our neurologists to pursue their true calling.

Actively seeking neurologists for full-time, part-time, and medical director roles.

Remote Teleneurology Roles

California On-Site Neurohospitalist Roles

Teleneurohospitalist Daily consultations and rounds to patients in hospitals with otherwise limited access to neurologists.

Emanate Health—Covina, West Covina, and Glendora

Teleneurodiagnostics Delivers diagnostic services such as EEG, ICU-LTM, and IOM to our network of hospitals.

Acute Teleneurology Stroke Panel Delivers lifesaving stroke and emergency neurological consultations to hospitals with otherwise limited access to neurological care.

For more details and additional opportunities, visit vituity.com/careers or contact Carrie.Dib@vituity.com.

Riverside Community Hospital Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital Sutter Health Memorial Center—Modesto Temecula Valley Hospital

As a physician-led and -owned partnership, Vituity drives positive change in healthcare, providing integrated acute care across the country to 6.4 million patients annually.

Excellence works here.

Ranked 8th in the nation by U.S. News and World Report, the Department of Neurological Sciences at Rush University Medical Center is dedicated to excellence in clinical care, education, and research. Our program is currently recruiting for the following positions: • Chair, Neurology • General Neurology • Movement Disorders

• Multiple Sclerosis • Neurohospitalists • Neuropsychiatry

Learn more and apply at joinrush.org

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Neurologist Opportunities

Neurologists with expertise in Epilepsy, Movement Disorders, General Neurology, Neuromuscular and Vascular Neurology are invited to apply for open positions at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, which is the academic medical center of The Penn State College of Medicine. This search represents part of a major institutional commitment to expansion of the neurosciences. The successful candidate will join the collegial faculty of Penn State Neurology, which is in an exciting period of growth under the leadership of the Chair, Krish Sathian, MBBS, PhD. Faculty rank will be commensurate with experience. Leadership opportunities are available to those with relevant experience.

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: Patty Shipton, FASPR, Physician Recruiter at pshipton@pennstatehealth.psu.edu or 717-531-4703.

IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING:

• Medical degree – MD, DO, or foreign equivalent • BC/BE in Neurology and relevant fellowship training or foreign equivalent • Relevant clinical interest and expertise • Excellent patient care abilities and interest in teaching WHAT ELSE CAN YOU EXPECT?

AS A MEMBER OF THE DEPARTMENT OF NEUROLOGY YOU WILL BE ASSOCIATED WITH:

• An outstanding Neurology program with a national reputation • A highly collaborative culture • Interaction with dynamic clinicians across all neuroscience-related departments and participation in innovative educational approaches

• Competitive compensation • Generous benefits, including relocation assistance The Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center is committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce. EOE-AA-M/F/D/V. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position’s responsibilities.