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Cognitive Neurologist Opportunity at Albany Medical Center

Opportunity Criteria

SpecialtyNeurology : Dementia
Candidate TypeMD, DO
Visa AcceptedNo J-1 or H-1B
Salary Range$242,000.00 to $300,000.00 / Year
Loan RepaymentNo
Employment TypeFull Time
Bonuses OfferedRelocation
Not-for-profit501(c)(3)

Cognitive Neurologist

The Department of Neurology at Albany Medical College is seeking a full-time board-certified or board-eligible Neurologists to join their team. As the only academic medical center in northeastern New York, Albany Medical Center offers a strong clinical environment with opportunities for teaching and professional growth.

This role is primarily outpatient and based across three locations in the Capital Region. Subspecialty training in any area is welcome, and the department is open to shaping a clinical focus that aligns with your interests. You’ll also have the chance to work with neurology residents and medical students as part of the academic mission.

About the Department:

  • Established programs in epilepsy, dementia, movement disorders, neuromuscular disease, pediatric neurology, pain management, and stroke/neurocritical care
  • Collaborative faculty committed to high-quality patient care and education
  • Strong referral base across the region

Role Highlights:

  • Outpatient general neurology across three clinical sites
  • Flexibility to incorporate subspecialty interests
  • Opportunities to teach and supervise residents and medical students
  • Supportive academic environment with room to grow professionally

Qualifications:

  • MD/DO or equivalent with board certification or board eligibility in Neurology
  • Active and unrestricted medical license or eligibility for licensure in New York State
  • Strong interest in education and mentorship
  • Commitment to excellent patient care

We offer a highly competitive benefits package, including:

  • Competitive base salary range $242,000-$300,000 based on rank and experience. Additional incentive bonus opportunities available based on clinical and academic productivity.
  • Robust sign-on bonus to welcome you to the team
  • Relocation assistance to help make your move seamless
  • Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
  • Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
  • Albany Med retirement plan plus a 403(b)
  • Annual CME allowance and dedicated CME time
  • Occurrence-based malpractice coverage
  • Employee wellness programs and mental health support

Albany Medical Center is the centerpiece of medicine, research, and medical education in New York’s Capital Region and is the area's largest private employer with more than 10,000 employees.

Albany Medical Center offers excellent career opportunities in a wide range of roles in both patient care and administration. We value all our staff members and offer outstanding employee benefits including:

  • Excellent health care coverage with no copay at Albany Medical Center providers
  • A wide array of services and programs to support emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing

Anchored in the state’s historic capital city, Albany Medical Center offers a full range of inpatient and outpatient care and is home to the region’s largest hospital, only Level 1 adult and pediatric trauma centers, and only children’s hospital. The downtown campus also offers opportunities at Albany Medical College.

Albany Medical Center, along with Columbia Memorial Health, Glens Falls Hospital, Saratoga Hospital, and the Visiting Nurses, form the Albany Med Health System, serving more than three million people over 25 counties.

Learn more about what the Capital Region has to offer here!

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and CV to:

Physician Recruitment

physicianrecruitment@amc.edu

Albany Medical College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds and experiences, including women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.

 

 

About Albany Medical Center

Albany Medical Center is the centerpiece of medicine, research, and medical education in New York’s Capital Region and is the area's largest private employer with more than 10,000 employees.

Albany Medical Center offers excellent career opportunities in a wide range of roles in both patient care and administration. We value all our staff members and offer outstanding employee benefits including:

• Excellent health care coverage with no copay at Albany Medical Center providers
• A wide array of services and programs to support emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing

Anchored in the state’s historic capital city, Albany Medical Center offers a full range of inpatient and outpatient care and is home to the region’s largest hospital, only Level 1 adult and pediatric trauma centers, and only children’s hospital. The downtown campus also offers opportunities at Albany Medical College.

Albany Medical Center, along with Columbia Memorial Health, Glens Falls Hospital, Saratoga Hospital, and the Visiting Nurses, form the Albany Med Health System, serving more than three million people over 25 counties.

About Albany, New York

Albany offers an excellent quality of life with access to affordable housing, highly rated schools, and a vibrant cultural scene. Located near New York City, Boston, and Montreal, Albany also provides ample opportunities for year-round outdoor activities in the Adirondack Mountains and nearby lakes. The area is ideal for professionals and families seeking a balanced lifestyle with both urban and suburban living options. Learn more about what the Capital Region has to offer here!

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  • Albany Medical Center
  • 43 New Scotland Avenue Albany NY 12208

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