Neurologist

If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day.

The Neurologist provides comprehensive specialty care for patients with disorders of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, and muscles. The role evaluates, diagnoses, treats, and manages a broad range of neurological conditions, including stroke, epilepsy, migraine, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, neuropathy, dementia, and other related disorders. The Neurologist collaborates with primary care, specialty, and interdisciplinary teams to promote timely access, coordinated care, continuity, and high-quality patient outcomes.

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution.

• Successful completion of an accredited residency program in Neurology.

• Valid, unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of California.

• Board certification in Neurology required or board eligibility with the expectation of obtaining board certification within 18 months of employment.

• Current DEA registration and controlled substance certification, as required for the position.

• Education, training, and experience sufficient to meet AltaMed’s malpractice insurance underwriting requirements.

• A minimum requirement of a valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.

• Previous experience with computer-based systems required; Electronic Medical Records experience preferred. 

• Bilingual proficiency in English/Spanish/Mandarin/Cantonese may be preferred based on location.

AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.