Stroke Neuro-Hospitalist - Kansas City, MO
Full Time

Saint Luke’s Marion Bloch Neuroscience Institute is seeking a BC/BE Neuro-hospitalist with interest in Vascular Neurology to join a team of 11 neurologists and neuro-hospitalists. Candidates completing training as well as experienced leaders are invited to apply. Vascular neurology fellowship training is preferred.

This is a premier opportunity to work among the nation’s best at a Comprehensive Stroke Center. Saint Luke’s Hospital of Kansas City provides the region’s most advanced stroke care, including stroke-reversal therapies and treatment to more than 4,000 patients each year. 

Position Highlights

• Saint Luke’s is a leader in using both drug and mechanical interventions to reverse the permanent and debilitating effects of ischemic stroke—our doctors performed one of the world’s first intra-arterial stroke reversal procedures in 1993
• Academic appointments are available at University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine commensurate with level of experience
• Supported by interventional neuroradiologists; 24/7 code neuro nurse team; and advanced practice providers, all collaborating in an 18-bed, dedicated neuro ICU
• Position will work 15 to 17 shifts per month at the Comprehensive Stroke Center and a busy, metropolitan Primary Stroke Center

Saint Luke’s Marion Bloch Neuroscience Institute is a national leader in neurological treatment advancing clinical research and evidence-based clinical practice. The only dedicated neuroscience hospital in Kansas City, the Institute is consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Hospitals for Neurology & Neurosurgery. Our physicians provide patient-centered, leading-edge care to thousands of patients from all over the country. 

The Institute combines highly specialized neuroscientists in neurology, neurosurgery, interventional neuroradiology, psychiatry, and physical medicine and rehabilitation. We provide comprehensive treatment for the most complex neurological diseases, including stroke, epilepsy, brain tumors, Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders, multiple sclerosis, headaches and concussion, as well as aneurysms and intracerebral hemorrhages. The Institute’s multispecialty team provides the latest in minimally invasive spinal surgical techniques for the treatment of acute and chronic back pain.

About Saint Luke’s Health System

Saint Luke’s Health System includes 18 hospitals and campuses across the Kansas City region, home care and hospice, behavioral health care, dozens of physician practices, a life care senior living community, and more. Saint Luke’s Health System is a faith-based, not-for-profit, aligned health system committed to the highest levels of excellence in providing health care and health-related services in a caring environment. We are dedicated to enhancing the physical, mental, and spiritual health of the diverse communities we serve. The health system’s outstanding clinical outcomes, reputation for exceptional customer service, dedication to research and innovation, and state-of-the-art facilities and technology reflect our vision of being “the best place to get care, the best place to give care.”

About Saint Luke’s Hospital of Kansas City

Saint Luke’s Hospital of Kansas City is one of the largest faith-based care hospitals in the region—offering many specialized programs and services. Our network of more than 600 physicians represents more than 60 medical specialties. Saint Luke’s Hospital has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the elite hospitals in the nation. It is nationally ranked in one specialty for 2021-22 and recognized in 20 types of care. Saint Luke’s Hospital has received Magnet Recognition since 2004, affirming our dedication to nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes. This credential is the highest honor an organization can receive for professional nursing practice.

Saint Luke’s Hospital is a primary teaching hospital for the University of Missouri–Kansas City School of Medicine, which includes a physician residency program.

About Kansas City

Saint Luke's is proud to call Kansas City home. With locations on both sides of the state line, the health system serves more than 2.1 million people and 240 neighborhoods in Kansas and Missouri. USA Today has regularly named Kansas City a top area for affordability, high-quality schools, and low traffic. 

The greater Kansas City metro area is a vibrant, growing community known for its thriving arts scene, world champion sports teams, natural beauty, and exceptional quality of life.  It’s a place where unique sights and historic architecture meet cutting-edge innovation. On top of that, you’ll find dozens of museums, shopping and entertainment districts, wineries and breweries, hiking and biking trails, and restaurants of every culinary stripe. 

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Effective November 1st, 2021, full COVID-19 vaccination is a condition of employment for all Saint Luke’s Health System employees unless a medical or religious exemption is approved.

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