Provide inpatient neurology consultationProvide inpatient neurology consultation services for hospitalized patients as requested by admitting providers

Conduct daily rounds onConduct daily rounds on assigned neurology inpatients and develop comprehensive treatment plans

Evaluate and manage patientsEvaluate and manage patients with acute and complex neurological conditions

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teamsCollaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes

Communicate effectively with patientsCommunicate effectively with patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans and prognosis

UW Health in Northern Illinois - Neurohospitalist Position Highlights UW Health in northern Illinois is seeking a BE/BC Neurologist to join our growing neurology team as a neurohospitalist. This is an exciting opportunity for a physician who enjoys the complexity and variety of inpatient neurology and wants a practice focused exclusively on hospital-based care. The neurohospitalist will provide comprehensive inpatient neurological care, including consultation services, daily management of neurology inpatients and coordination of care across our 350-bed SwedishAmerican Hospital. This role offers a 7-on/7-off schedule, providing dedicated time away from the hospital while maintaining continuity of care during your assigned week. Position highlights include:
Dedicated inpatient neurology practice with no outpatient clinic responsibilities
7-on/7-off schedule shared between two Neurology Hospitalists
Daily inpatient rounding and comprehensive neurology consultation services
Opportunity to care for a broad range of acute and complex neurological conditions
Collaboration with hospitalists, intensivists, nursing teams and other specialists
Strong focus on continuity and coordination of care throughout the hospitalization
After completion of daily onsite responsibilities, remote pager call from home for ongoing consultations, urgent issues and patient care needs
Opportunity to participate in the continued growth and development of the inpatient neurology program
Access to the resources and subspecialty expertise of a large, integrated health system Responsibilities
Provide inpatient neurology consultation services for hospitalized patients as requested by admitting providers
Conduct daily rounds on assigned neurology inpatients and develop comprehensive treatment plans
Evaluate and manage patients with acute and complex neurological conditions
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes
Communicate effectively with patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans and prognosis
Coordinate care transitions, including discharge planning and appropriate outpatient follow-up
Complete timely and thorough documentation in the electronic medical record Education
MD or DO - Required
Successful completion of an accredited Neurology residency program in the United States - Required License/Certifications
Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Neurology - Required
Active Illinois medical license or eligibility for Illinois medical licensure - Required
Active DEA license or ability to obtain prior to or upon hire - Required

Prior experience in an inpatient or hospital-based neurology setting
Experience with stroke care and acute neurological emergencies
Fellowship training or specialized expertise in an area of inpatient neurology is welcomed
Commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered neurological care Benefits UW Health offers a highly competitive salary guarantee and other incentives. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
Competitive salary (based on experience): o $383,394 - $427,897
Generous vacation and CME benefits
Potential opportunity for additional compensation
Professional society dues, credentialing expenses and hospital dues covered
Interview and relocation expenses paid
Flexible insurance package with health, dental, vision, disability and life
Retirement plan match and contribution
Malpractice with tail coverage
Generous provider referral bonus About UW Health in Northern Illinois UW Health in northern Illinois is a division of UW Health, one of the nation's leading academic health systems. Forbes has again recognized UW Health as one of the best employers in Illinois, ranking it fifth overall in the state and the highest-ranked health system in Illinois for 2025. Based in Rockford, Illinois, our organization includes a medical group of more than 370 employed providers across over 40 specialties, serving a 12-county referral region of more than 750,000 residents. Through our partnership with the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, patients have access to advanced specialty care while providers enjoy the benefits of practicing within a growing, academically affiliated health system. About the Greater Rockford Area Recently named the number one housing market in America by The Wall Street Journal, Rockford and Northern Illinois offer world-class attractions — all at a cost of living significantly below those of most metropolitan areas. The greater Rockford area offers superb cultural, recreational, and outdoor amenities along with an eclectic arts community of theater, symphony, museums and dance. With an award-winning park district, Rockford has unrivaled outdoor opportunities, including Golf Digest-ranked golf courses, endless bike trails and extensive indoor and outdoor sports centers. We have excellent private, parochial and public-school options, including the Gifted Academy with graduates ranked in the top 5% nationally. Our proximity to Chicago O’Hare International Airport opens up countless travel possibilities, and Chicago, Milwaukee and Madison are each just 90 minutes away or less. Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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