Memory Care Center Neurologist and Alzheimer’s Disease Infusion Program Lead

ChristianaCare is transforming memory care services in the greater Delaware Region, and we are seeking a BC/BE Neurologist to join our dynamic and innovative team at our Swank Center for Memory Care. Ideal candidates will have a deep passion for memory disorders and a strong commitment to advancing Swank Center for Memory Care’s Alzheimer's infusion program. Successful completion of either a Cognitive Neurology or Behavioral Neurology/Neuropsychiatry Fellowship is preferred, but not required.  

ChristianaCare Swank Center for Memory Care:

• Multidisciplinary team includes specialists in geriatrics, geriatric psychiatry, and neurology.
• Help patients and their families navigate the many challenges faced when a loved one is diagnosed with dementia.
• Take a holistic approach to addressing the mental and physical health needs of our patients and their caregivers.
• ChristianaCare Swank Center for Memory Care was chosen by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services as a Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) model for memory care program.
• Practice locations include Wilmington, Rehoboth and Smyrna. Hybrid work may be considered based on home practice location.

Memory Care Center Neurologist & Infusion Program Lead Responsibilities: 

• Provide comprehensive assessments, diagnosis, and treatments for patients with memory loss as well serve as the infusion program lead.
• Dedicated administrative time for infusion program lead responsibilities.
• See patients who are referred for evaluation for neurocognitive disorders at Swank Center for Memory Care.
• Evaluate potential candidates for Alzheimer’s disease monoclonal antibody treatments.
• Collaborate with other Swank Center for Memory Care clinicians and staff to provide care and consultation.
• Provide education to fellow Swank Center for Memory Care staff clinicians, trainees, and community members.
• Provide on-going treatment and monitoring of infusion treatment patients.
• Work with Swank Center for Memory Care nurse navigator, infusion team staff, Swank Center for Memory Care Department Chair, and others to develop and execute protocols for infusion-based Alzheimer’s disease treatments.
• Evaluate potential new dementia treatments for use within Swank Center for Memory Care.
• Develop and implement evidenced-based practices for dementia treatments, including infusion-based.
• Oversee on-going safety and QI initiatives related to anti-dementia related treatments.
• Assist with developing protocols for utilization of biomarkers in assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of Alzheimer’s and other neurodegenerative disorders.
• Work with ChristianaCare and Swank Center for Memory Care Leadership teams to expand care and access to infusion-based Alzheimer’s disease treatments across Delaware and ChristianaCare’s service areas.
• Potential for research activity/support.
• Support and promote the mission of Swank Center for Memory Care and ChristianaCare.

Why ChristianaCare:

• President/CEO Dr. Janice Nevin named among 50 Most Influential Clinical Executives in 2023 By Modern Healthcare
• Named among Forbes Best Employer for Diversity & Inclusion in The U.S. For 2023
• Achieved Healthgrades America’s 50 Best Hospitals Award In 2023

Compensation & benefits package include:

• Base salary, annual bonus incentives, loan repayment eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), plus sign-on bonus.
• Health, dental and vision benefits
• Generous Time Away from Practice (TAP) program for CME, planned, and unplanned time off.
• 403b, 457b, and Defined Contribution Plans
• Fully paid malpractice insurance
• 12 weeks paid parental leave.

Qualifications:

• BE/BC Neurologist
• Fellowship training or experience in Cognitive Neurology, Behavioral Neurology, or Neuropsychiatry preferred
• Eligible to obtain license in Delaware and meet credentialing requirements.

About ChristianaCare:
ChristianaCare is one of the country's most dynamic health systems, centered on improving health outcomes, making high-quality care more accessible and lowering health care costs. ChristianaCare includes an extensive network of outpatient services, home health care, medical aid units, three hospitals (1,300 beds), a Level I trauma center and a Level III neonatal intensive care unit, a comprehensive stroke center and regional centers of excellence in heart and vascular care, cancer care and women's health.

ChristianaCare is a not-for-profit teaching health system with more than 290 residents and fellows. We are continually ranked by US News & World Report as a Best Hospital, and named among Forbes Best Employer for Diversity & Inclusion in the U.S. With our unique, data-powered care coordination service and a focus on population health and value-based care, ChristianaCare is shaping the future of health care. ChristianaCare offers caregivers an excellent benefits package, including 12-weeks of paid parental leave.

Benefits of living in the Delaware Valley:

Working for ChristianaCare offers the best of urban and suburban living with multiple housing options, excellent restaurants and entertainment venues, quality public and private schools and a short driving distance to popular Delaware and New Jersey beaches. The location provides easy access to Washington, DC, Philadelphia, and New York City - all within a short drive or train ride from Newark, DE.

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Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.