Outpatient Neurologist

Nuvance Health Medical Practice, an affiliate of Vassar Brothers Medical Center and Northern Dutchess Hospital is seeking a full time BE/BC Neurologist to join our growing Neurosciences program at our outpatient practice located in historic and diverse Poughkeepsie, NY (just 75 minutes north of New York City).

The Neurology Division is part of a comprehensive neurosciences program with over 35 physicians and advanced practitioners that span our hospital system and includes Neurosurgery, Interventional Neuroradiology, and rehabilitation. We recently received full accreditation for an ACGME approved residency program so there is ample opportunity for someone that is passionate about supervising, educating, mentoring, and evaluating residents and medical students . Nuvance Health is also proud to join Northwell Health - one of the largest health systems in the Northeast. Grow your career with us!

Candidate Qualifications:

The successful candidate will ideally possess the following qualifications and experience:

M.D. Degree from an accredited institution (ACGME or equivalent)

Completion of an accredited Neurology residency

Subspecialty training is desired but not a prerequisite. Those with training in epilepsy, movement disorders and/or neuromuscular disorders are encouraged to apply.

Board Certified/Board Eligible in Neurology

Must be licensed or eligible to be licensed as a physician in the State of New York

Position Highlights:

Highly competitive compensation package, combining a base salary with performance incentives.

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

Generous allowances for CME and professional dues

Relocation stipend to facilitate your move

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Located on the banks of the scenic Hudson River, Vassar Brothers Medical Center (VBMC) has a brand new 752,000 square-foot, eight-level inpatient pavilion with 263 private medical/surgical patient rooms and 30 critical care rooms. Vassar provides the leading acute and critical emergency care in the region, including Level II Trauma Service and Interventional Neuroradiology. Vassar has established centers of excellence in cardiac services, neurosciences, cancer care, and women's health. Vassar is consistently ranked as one of the strongest cardiac programs in the United States and one of the Top 100 Heart Hospitals by Modern HealthCare Magazine.

The Hudson Valley of New York boasts a terrific quality of life. From hiking, biking, and boating, to cafes, art galleries, and local farmers markets, this beautiful suburban location offers a wide array of four-season recreational activities. The area has excellent housing and highly rated public and private school options. The Mid-Hudson Valley is also home to many fine colleges and universities, including Vassar College, Bard College, Marist College, SUNY New Paltz, and the Culinary Institute of America. Only 75 minutes north of New York City, the area offers easy commuter access to the city via Metro North and Amtrak rail lines.

Nuvance Health is proudly joining Northwell Health. Northwell Health is New York State's largest health care provider and private employer, with 28 hospitals, 1000+ outpatient facilities, and more than 16,600 affiliated physicians. We care for over two million people annually in the New York metro area and beyond, thanks to philanthropic support from our communities. Our 104,000+ employees - 22,000+ nurses and 5,000+ employed doctors, including members of Northwell Health Physician Partners - are working to change health care for the better. We're making breakthroughs in medicine at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research and training the next generation of medical professionals at the visionary Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Our professionals are relentless about staying ahead of the latest clinical trials and research, partnering with our own Feinstein Institute and other world-renowned institutions.

To learn more and apply, please contact the Office of Physician Recruitment at or visit

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We are a Section 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization and therefore eligible employees may qualify for forgiveness of certain federal student loans under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Salary Range:

$300,000 - $400,000 annually

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Compensation Information:
$300000.00 / Annually - $400000.00 / Annually