Neuro Intensivist
White Plains Hospital Job Description
Title : Neuro Intensivist
Job Code : TBD
Department / Location : Critical Care Providers
FLSA Status : Exempt
Reports to : Medical Director, ICU
Position Summary
As part of the Critical Care team, the Neuro Intensivist will collaborate closely with the Neurosurgical, Neurologic and Neuroendovascular service as well as the general Critical Care team and manage both neurologic as well as the broader general critical care diseases.
The Neuro Intensivist will have administrative responsibilities including education and developing protocols for Neuro ICU management based on current standards for Neurocritical Care.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities Includes the Following :
- Understands and adheres to the WPH Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors.
- Coordinates the care (evaluation, treatment, admission, and discharge) of patients who are admitted with neurologic and general critical illness.
- Thoroughly, and with adequate frequency, communicates with patient, appropriate family members, specialty consulting physicians, and hospital staff regarding the status of the admitted patient.
- Provides education for staff and patients / family with whom the Intensivist interacts.
- Oversees activities of Advanced Practice Providers (NPs & PAs) in the ICU.
- Institutes immediate and appropriate intervention in life or disability-threatening emergencies.
- Documents evaluation of and treatment given to all patients. Provides each patient with discharge instructions, both oral and written. Gives referring physician verbal and written report upon discharge of patient.
- Works assigned shifts and when on-shift does not leave the Hospital Campus.
- Attends all relevant professional meetings scheduled for the Department.
- Participates in chart review and organized activities to reduce length of stay and improve quality outcomes.
- Participates in institutional initiatives such as disaster planning and response, environment of care / safety, risk management, etc.
- Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Education & Experience Requirements
Medical Degree (MD or DO) with Fellowship in Critical Care Medicine or other relevant specialty.Valid NYS Medical License.Valid ACLS Certification.Compliance with CME Requirements (Hospital, Regional, State, and Federal)Board Certified in Neurocritical CareExperience managing patients with acute and unstable neurologic injuryCore Competencies
Teamwork & AdaptabilityActs as a Professional Role ModelAssessment SkillsExcellent Communication Skills (both verbal and written)Attention to DetailPlanning & OrganizingSound Problem-Solving, Judgment and Decision-Making SkillsStress TolerancePhysical / Mental Demands / Requirements & Work Environment
May be exposed to chemicals necessary to perform required tasks. Any hazardous chemicals the employee may be exposed to are listed in the hospital’s SDS (Safety Data Sheet) data base and accessed through the hospital’s Intranet site (Employee Tools / SDS Access). A copy of the SDS data base can also be found at the hospital switchboard, saved on a disc.Must be able to move about the hospital, or remain stationary for extended periods of timeMust be able to communicate effectively in writing and verbally, have legible handwritingMust have sufficient manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination to perform all the procedures, techniques and skills listed inthe delineation of privileges.
Ability to position self to assess and care for patients, perform required proceduresThe person in this position frequently communicates with patients, must be able to exchange accurate information in these situationsPrimary Population Served
Check appropriate box(s) below :
Neonatal (birth – 28 days)
Patients with exceptional communication needs
Infant (29 days – less than 1 year)
Patients with developmental delays
Pediatric (1 – 12 years)
Patients at end of life
Adolescent (13 – 17 years)
Patients under isolation precautions
Adult (18 – 64 years)
Patients with cultural needs
Geriatric (>
65 years)
All populations
Bariatric Patients with weight related comorbidities
Non-patient care population
The responsibilities and tasks outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of White Plains Hospital.
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