Description
Hoag Health, the top-ranked health system in Orange County, CA is seeking a Cognitive & Memory Physician to join our growing program in Newport Beach, CA. The role will entail performing outpatient clinical care with the opportunity to work within a dynamic, multidisciplinary team focused on delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care.
At Hoag, we believe that preserving a person’s memory and functionality is one of the most meaningful goals in medicine. With a foundation built alongside pioneers in behavioral neurology, our care model emphasizes excellence, compassion, and innovation. We recognize that cognitive conditions like dementia impact not just the individual, but the entire family unit.
The MCD program at Hoag provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment planning for individuals with neurodegenerative diseases (namely, Alzheimer’s, FTD, and Lewy body). The program includes a growing monoclonal antibody program. Physicians and providers within the MCD are expected to be experts in both diagnosis (using bedside testing) and management (medications, education). Referrals come from within the Hoag system.
We are looking for a provider who is passionate about advancing the field through clinical research and innovation, and who thrives in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
Requirements
Details:
- Full-time position: Schedule is Monday-Friday
- Outpatient-based role
- 10-12 patients treated daily on average
- Clinic locations will be Newport Beach, CA, and Irvine, CA
- EMR: Epic
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide clinical care for patients with cognitive and memory disorders, including Alzheimer’s disease, frontotemporal dementia, Lewy body dementia, mild cognitive impairment, and other neurodegenerative conditions
- Participate in clinical trials and research initiatives
- Collaborate with neuropsychologists, geriatricians, neurologists, and other specialists to develop and implement individualized treatment plans
- Contribute to the advancement of the field through research, innovation, and academic engagement
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive Compensation Package, inclusive of base salary plus production/quality bonuses
- Medical Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision)
- 401K Retirement Plan with matching
- Malpractice and tail coverage provided
- Generous paid time off policy
- CME stipend
- Reimbursement for licensure fees and other related expenses
Qualifications:
- Formal training in behavioral neurology, cognitive neurology, neurology, geriatric psychiatry, or a related discipline
- Demonstrated clinical experience in diagnosing and managing cognitive disorders
- Graduated from an ACGME program
- California Medical License or the ability to obtain
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to collaborative care and scientific advancement
- Passion for clinical research and innovation
- Experience working in academic or research-oriented environments
- Ability to thrive in a team-based, multidisciplinary setting
