Staff Neurologist

As a Staff Neurologist at the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center, your primary responsibilities include performing neurological exams, diagnosing and treating neurological disorders, and conducting neurosurgery when required. Additionally, you'll be involved in training residents and should maintain current knowledge of veterinary literature. Active participation in clinical research and oversight of educational activities such as journal clubs will also be an important aspect of your role.

To qualify for the Staff Neurologist position at the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center, candidates must have ACVIM(N)/ECVN board certification or eligibility, along with a valid New York State veterinary license. A strong background in veterinary medicine focused on neurology and neurosurgery is essential, along with a commitment to lifelong learning and training residents effectively.

At the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center, the Staff Neurologist actively contributes to the training of residents by mentoring them during their rotations, providing direct supervision during procedures, and leading discussions in clinical rounds. Involvement in educational activities, including book clubs and research projects, also fosters a robust learning environment for residents.

A Staff Neurologist at the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center benefits from state-of-the-art facilities and advanced equipment, including high-field MRI and 64-slice CT scanners. There is a collaborative team atmosphere where specialists work closely together, ensuring exceptional patient care. Additionally, AMC provides support for continuing education, including a paid time-off stipend for further professional development.

The work schedule for a Staff Neurologist at the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center typically includes 5 weekday shifts and 2 weekend shifts over a two-week pay period. While days off are generally consecutive, there may be occasional adjustments made for service coverage. However, rest assured the schedule will not exceed 2 weekend shifts per pay period.

When answering this question, share a personal story or experience that ignited your passion for veterinary neurology. Talk about the challenges of neurological cases, the satisfaction derived from diagnosing complex diseases, and your desire to be a part of impactful treatments that improve animals’ lives.

In your response, briefly outline the case details, explaining the challenges involved in the diagnosis and treatment process. Highlight your approach, decision-making, and collaboration with colleagues. Conclude with the outcome, emphasizing any learnings or improvements made for future cases.

Demonstrate your commitment to lifelong learning by mentioning specific resources you utilize, such as veterinary journals, conferences, and online courses. Talk about how you engage with peers or involve yourself in continuing education to stay current and share new knowledge, particularly in a mentorship role.

Showcase your interpersonal skills by suggesting strategies for conflict resolution, such as open communication, seeking common ground, and maintaining professionalism. Illustrate with an example of a past conflict and how effective communication and teamwork led to a positive outcome.

Express your enthusiasm for education and mentoring by highlighting the role teaching plays in shaping future veterinary professionals. Mention specific techniques you employ to ensure effective learning, and share examples of how mentoring not only benefits residents but enhances the clinical team as a whole.

Discuss your empathy and communication skills when dealing with pet owners during tough times. Provide examples of how you explain medical information in understandable terms, offer emotional support, and make yourself available for follow-up discussions to ease client concerns.

Share a specific situation where you identified a problem and took the initiative to implement a new process or procedure that improved patient care or team efficiency. Detail the steps you took and the outcomes achieved to demonstrate your critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Highlight the impact of collaboration on successful patient outcomes and the importance of working with specialists in other fields. Discuss how close relationships with critical care, internal medicine, and surgical teams can improve diagnostic accuracy and treatment plans.

Describe your approach to providing constructive feedback and support from a mentorship perspective. Focus on your willingness to offer additional training resources, direct supervision, and guidance while maintaining a positive learning environment.

Articulate your career aspirations and how they reflect AMC’s commitment to innovative veterinary medicine, teaching, and outreach. Discuss your interest in contributing to a culture of excellence and how you see yourself growing with the organization while positively impacting animal health.