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Supplemental Neurologist
Company : Legacy Health
Location : Portland, OR, 97227-1623
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 31 December 2025
Overview
Every day, patients look to the skilled professionals at Legacy to make their lives better. They seek care that is as compassionate as it is innovative. Our patients want to be involved in their healthcare decisions; they want to feel respected. If you strive to deliver this level of care, every day, you may be a perfect fit in our healthcare community.
Responsibilities
Clinical:
Provides consultation services for patients with neurologic conditions who are hospitalized at a Legacy hospital or are referred by their primary physician for outpatient consultation. Consultation services include an active role on the Stroke team providing acute stroke therapies.
Responds promptly in writing to referral source with clinical findings and suggested plan of care.
Provides telephone and telemedicine consultative services for patients with neurologic conditions throughout the region.
Provides continuous coverage for the Neurology services together with the other neurology specialists on the Legacy Hospitals’ Medical Staffs.
Participates in EEG evaluations with other neurologists on the medical staff.
Development of consultative and follow-up outpatient clinics, as requested.
Administrative
Collaborates with colleagues and other staff to develop policies and procedures for neurological care across the entire organization of Legacy Health.
Participates in quality assurance and continuous improvement in neurologic care of Hospital inpatients.
Advises the Legacy Supply and Equipment Council on new technology that pertains to neurologic care.
Advises the Legacy Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee on neurologic medications including formulary recommendations, restrictions, utilization, and monitoring of adverse reactions.
Participates regularly in the teaching activities of the Inpatient Medicine Department and Stroke Program, including resident, student and staff education and outreach continuing medical education.
Participates in development of a consultative stroke clinic or other clinical program development as requested.
Participates in marketing/outreach for neurology and telemedicine programs as requested.
Inpatient Duties:
Serves as Attending Physician on patients assigned to the neurology service and as teaching attending on patients on the housestaff service, as requested by Medical Director, Inpatient Medicine.
Provides inpatient consultative neurology service as requested by attending physicians.
Assists private practice physicians in using hospital services in an efficient and cost-effective manner with their hospitalized patients.
Participates in education, training, and evaluation of house staff, medical students, and hospital personnel who have direct patient care responsibilities on the inpatient departments.
Serves on department, hospital and Legacy Health committees as requested.
Performs clinical responsibilities at assigned Legacy hospitals.
Qualifications
Education:
Graduate of a four-year accredited U.S. Medical School or the equivalent.
Satisfactory completion of an accredited residency in Neurology.
Experience:
Clinical experience in vascular neurology required.
Active member in good standing of Hospital Medical Staff
Experience with or interest in telemedicine desirable.
Licensure
Board Certified in Neurology.
Unrestricted license to practice medicine in the applicable state.
BLS certification.
Pay Range
USD $0.00 - USD $0.00 /Hr.Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity
Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing.
If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed.
Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
To learn more about our employee benefits click here: www.legacyhealth.org/For-Health-Professionals/careers/benefiting-you
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Frequently asked questions
In Portland, Supplemental Neurologists are integral to acute stroke intervention teams, reflecting the region’s focus on rapid stroke therapies. They coordinate closely with local hospitals, leveraging telemedicine to extend neurological care across Oregon’s diverse healthcare settings, ensuring timely, specialized support for stroke patients.
Legacy Health highly values board certification in neurology and an unrestricted Oregon medical license. While BLS certification is mandatory, additional credentials in vascular neurology or telemedicine experience elevate a candidate’s suitability, aligning with Legacy’s commitment to innovative, quality neurological care.
Supplemental Neurologists in Portland gain opportunities to lead stroke program development, engage in clinical education, and influence hospital neurology protocols. Their role often expands into interdisciplinary collaboration and telemedicine, offering a pathway toward leadership in regional neurological service innovation.
Portland’s neurologist demand is robust but less saturated than metropolitan hubs like NYC. The city's growing senior population and expanding stroke programs create steady openings, making it an attractive market for supplemental neurologists seeking balanced competition and meaningful clinical impact.
Managing diverse neurological conditions in a multi-hospital system can require swift adaptation to different clinical workflows. Supplemental Neurologists often coordinate stroke interventions and telemedicine consults across sites, balancing acute care urgency with educational responsibilities for trainees and staff.
Legacy Health leverages Supplemental Neurologists to extend specialized neurology consultations through telemedicine, addressing rural patient needs. These physicians provide real-time evaluations and collaborate remotely with local providers, enhancing access to expert neurological care beyond Portland’s urban centers.
Supplemental Neurologists in Portland typically see annual salaries ranging from $220,000 to $300,000, depending on experience and subspecialty expertise. Compensation reflects Oregon’s healthcare cost landscape and Legacy Health’s commitment to competitive remuneration for advanced neurological practitioners.
Legacy Health promotes a patient-centered, innovative culture that encourages neurologists to blend compassionate care with cutting-edge techniques. Supplemental Neurologists here often participate in collaborative committees and educational initiatives, fostering a supportive environment for continuous clinical and professional growth.
Yes, Legacy Health supports neurologists in contributing to community education and stroke awareness campaigns. Supplemental Neurologists may lead or participate in outreach efforts, amplifying preventive neurology practices and strengthening regional public health partnerships.
Supplemental Neurologists primarily handle inpatient consultations, acute stroke therapies, and telemedicine services, often covering multiple hospital sites. Unlike outpatient neurologists who focus on clinic-based management, supplemental roles demand rapid decision-making in hospital settings and active involvement in teaching and quality improvement.