Consultant - Neurology

This role is for one of Weekday’s clients
Salary range: Rs 2800000 - Rs 3800000 (ie INR 28-38 LPA)
Min Experience: 0 years
Location: Gujarat
JobType: full-time

We are seeking a dedicated and highly motivated Consultant – Neurology to join our leading healthcare institution. This role is designed for both fresh postgraduates (DM/DNB in Neurology) and experienced neurologists who are passionate about diagnosing, treating, and managing disorders of the nervous system. The Consultant will be responsible for providing expert care to patients with neurological conditions, interpreting medical diagnostics, and ensuring the highest standards of clinical excellence.

The ideal candidate will have strong clinical acumen, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to advancing neurological care through accurate diagnosis, patient-centered treatment, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Diagnosis & Care:
• Diagnose and manage a wide range of neurological disorders including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, dementia, headaches, neuropathies, and neuromuscular conditions.
• Conduct comprehensive clinical evaluations, including neurological examinations, patient history assessment, and interpretation of medical diagnostics.
• Formulate accurate and timely diagnoses to create effective treatment plans tailored to each patient.
• Medical Diagnostics & Procedures:
• Interpret and analyze results from neuro-diagnostic tests such as MRI, CT, EEG, EMG, and nerve conduction studies.
• Recommend and oversee laboratory investigations and imaging studies relevant to neurological conditions.
• Assist in or perform procedures where required, ensuring patient safety and adherence to medical standards.
• Treatment & Management:
• Prescribe medications and therapies while monitoring effectiveness and potential side effects.
• Provide acute and chronic management of neurological conditions, ensuring holistic patient care.
• Collaborate with physiotherapists, occupational therapists, neurosurgeons, and other specialists for comprehensive patient management.
• Patient Education & Counseling:
• Counsel patients and families on disease progression, treatment options, and preventive measures.
• Provide education on lifestyle modifications, rehabilitation, and long-term care strategies.
• Collaboration & Continuous Learning:
• Work closely with other departments including internal medicine, psychiatry, neurosurgery, and rehabilitation teams.
• Stay updated with advances in neurology and contribute to clinical research, academic activities, or case discussions as required.
• Clinical Documentation & Compliance:
• Maintain accurate, detailed, and timely medical records in accordance with hospital policies.
• Ensure compliance with ethical medical practices, hospital protocols, and statutory regulations.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• MBBS with MD (General Medicine) followed by DM/DNB in Neurology from a recognized institute.
• Strong foundation in neurological diagnosis and medical diagnostics.
• Ability to interpret and apply findings from advanced diagnostic tests (EEG, EMG, imaging studies).
• Excellent clinical judgment, problem-solving skills, and decision-making ability.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with patients, families, and colleagues.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and patient-centered care.

Preferred Attributes

• Research inclination in neurology or publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Exposure to clinical trials, advanced neuroimaging, or interventional neurology (added advantage).
• Freshers with a passion for clinical neurology are encouraged to apply.