Job Description

About the Company

We are a Traumatic Brain Injury Center with offices in Elmhurst, Brooklyn Heights, and Manhattan. We are offering a full-time position in Brooklyn Heights with an extremely attractive salary and benefits package that includes Medical Insurance, 401K savings plan with matching contributions, paid time off, vacation, holidays, working from Monday through Friday from 9 am to 5 pm, to a New York State licensed Physician - Neurologist to join our multidisciplinary traumatic brain injury (TBI) practice. Our clinic serves TBI survivors amid an ethnically and linguistically diverse, multi-cultural population of principally essential workers. (please see our website for more detailed information

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Neurologist with interest or expertise in Brain Injury Medicine to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will specialize in diagnosing, treating, and managing disorders of the nervous system, with a focus on Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), concussions, PCS, and other acquired brain injuries . The neurologist will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care, implement treatment plans, and advance patient recovery through evidence-based neurological care.

Key Responsibilities:

Neurological Diagnosis & Treatment:

• Evaluate and diagnose patients with neurological disorders.

Brain Injury & TBI Management:

• Diagnose and manage Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), concussions, anoxic brain injuries, and other acquired brain injuries .
• Assess cognitive, motor, and sensory impairments related to brain injuries and develop individualized rehabilitation plans.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, neuropsychologists, neuro-optometrists, and other providers to optimize patient recovery.
• Prescribe and oversee treatments for post-concussion syndrome, headaches, movement disorders, spasticity, and neurobehavioral complications associated with brain injuries.
• Utilize neuroimaging and neurophysiological studies to monitor brain injury progression and recovery.
• Recommend and manage pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions, including botulinum toxin injections for spasticity and cognitive rehabilitation therapies.
• Provide return-to-play and return-to-work evaluations for athletes, military personnel, and professionals recovering from concussions and brain injuries.
• Patient Education & Support:
• Educate patients and caregivers on the impact of brain injuries, expected recovery timelines, and treatment options.
• Provide counseling on lifestyle modifications, neurological rehabilitation strategies, and preventive care for secondary injuries.

Collaborative & Research Efforts:

• Work closely with neurosurgeons, physiatrists, sports medicine specialists, and pain management teams for comprehensive patient care.
• Participate in clinical research, clinical trials, and advancements in neurorehabilitation for brain injury medicine.
• Stay updated with the latest TBI treatment protocols, concussion guidelines, and neuroprotective strategies .

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Neurology.
• Fellowship training or certification in Brain Injury Medicine, Neurorehabilitation, or Sports Neurology (preferred but not required).
• Valid and unrestricted New York state medical license.
• Strong diagnostic and treatment skills in both general neurology and brain injury-related conditions.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary setting with rehabilitation specialists.
• Excellent communication and patient-care skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in TBI rehabilitation and neurorehabilitation settings.
• Background in military, sports, or occupational medicine related to TBI.
• Research experience in TBI, concussion management, or neuroplasticity.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Malpractice insurance coverage.
• 401(k) or retirement plan options.
• Paid time off, holidays, and CME (Continuing Medical Education) reimbursement.
• Relocation assistance and signing bonuses (if applicable).

Equal Opportunity Statement

NYC Traumatic Brain Injury Center is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to fostering a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging.

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