Epilepsy Neurologist

Job Description​

Saint Luke’s Marion Bloch Neuroscience Institute in Kansas City, MO is seeking a dedicated BC/BE Epileptologist to join our growing team. This outpatient position offers a unique opportunity to focus on epilepsy care, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and a collaborative environment.

About the position:  

• The physician’s primary focus will be on epilepsy, with opportunities to manage and treat a diverse range of patients 

• Qualified candidates may be considered for leadership roles, including Medical Director

• On-call responsibilities are shared among the neurologists, which provides a balanced lifestyle in addition to the support of Advanced Practice Providers   

• Full access to our EMU for comprehensive patient monitoring and EEG interpretation as well as a fully integrated Epic EMR  

• Join our team during an exciting time as we actively build our epilepsy surgery program; collaborate closely with our highly trained functional neurosurgeons to offer advanced surgical options for patients   

• Saint Luke’s Hospital is the primary teaching hospital for the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) Medical School; opportunity for academic appointment through UMKC, commensurate with level of experience  

• The neurology residency program provides 12 residents educational opportunities in all of the Neuroscience Institute’s comprehensive treatment centers  

• Abundance of research opportunities and track record of success; possibility for start-up funding for motivated candidates  

• Saint Luke’s has an extremely competitive career employment package that includes a guaranteed salary in addition to excellent benefits such as medical, dental, vision & malpractice insurance, tax-deferred retirement plan with employer match, paid time off & a generous yearly CME allowance   

• Requirements: Candidates must be BC/BE, have successfully completed a Neurology residency program, and must have completed or be in the process of completing an Epilepsy fellowship 

About Saint Luke's Marion Bloch Neuroscience Institute  
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, headache, 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

Saint Luke’s is a not-for-profit health system committed to providing the highest levels of excellence in quality, compassionate healthcare. With 10 hospitals and campuses and over 100 primary care and specialty offices, Saint Luke’s team of world-class physicians and caregivers deliver exceptional care. For more than 140 years, Saint Luke’s has been dedicated to enhancing the physical, mental, and spiritual health of the diverse communities we serve. Our outstanding clinical outcomes, reputation for exceptional customer service, dedication to research and innovation, and state-of-the-art facilities reflect our vision of being “the best place to get care, the best place to give care.” On Jan. 1, 2024, BJC and Saint Luke’s officially combined as BJC Health System to operate as a single, integrated healthcare organization serving two regions with a distinct brand in each: BJC HealthCare in the East and Saint Luke’s in the West. BJC Health System is one of the largest nonprofit healthcare organizations in the United States and the largest in the state of Missouri, serving urban, suburban, and rural communities in Missouri, southern Illinois, and eastern Kansas.

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.   

Job Requirements

Applicable Experience:

Licensure managed by MSO - N/A (Information only, Not certificate)Doctorate Degree

Job Details

Full TimeDay (United States of America)

The best place to get care. The best place to give care. Saint Luke’s 12,000 employees strive toward that vision every day. Our employees are proud to work for the only faith-based, nonprofit, locally owned health system in Kansas City. Joining Saint Luke’s means joining a team of exceptional professionals who strive for excellence in patient care. Do the best work of your career within a highly diverse and inclusive workspace where all voices matter.

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