Career Compass—October, 2022

What’s Inside

Start Right in Your Next Job— Introducing Yourself to Your New Co-workers 6

What the International Medical School Graduate Can Do to Work in the United States 12

An Interview Guide for First-time Candidates 18

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The Neurocritical Care team at Lahey Hospital and Medical Center a Level I Trauma Center, Comprehensive Stroke Center, and a part of Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking to hire a fifth neurointensivist to join our team of 4 neurointensivists and 10 Advanced Practitioners in a newly renovated 9 bed Neurosciences Critical Care Unit. The role consists of attending on the NCCU primary service and the Neurocritical Care consult service (for patients with neurological complications of other types of critical illness in the SICU, CT ICU, MICU, and CCU). Medium term growth goals for the program are to establish a Neurocritical Care fellowship, increase research production, and expand neurocritical care support throughout the health system. Candidates who seek leadership roles in these areas are encouraged to apply.

Since inception in 2015, the Neurocritical Care program at Lahey has grown substantially. The program is housed in the Department of Neurology and enjoys excellent working relationships and collaboration with Neurosurgery, Critical Care Medicine, and Neurointerventional Radiology, as well as other sections within Neurology.

Lahey Hospital and Medical Center is a 396 bed academic, group practice medical center with a strong history of and commitment to medical training. Located just outside Boston, our location offers easy access to all that New England has to offer. We are a major teaching site for the Tufts University Neurology Residency Program and Tufts University School of Medicine and serve as a crucial training site for residents in most adult medical and surgical specialties, including our own residency programs in Internal Medicine, General Surgery, Anesthesiology, Diagnostic Radiology, and Urology.

Requirements:

• Dedicated to providing high quality clinical care in a collegial environment

• Academically oriented

• Motivated to contribute to the advancement of our Neurocritical Care program

Qualified Candidates will need:

• BC in Neurology

• UNCS and/or ACGME eligible or certified in Neurocritical Care

• Ability to obtain medical licensure in Massachusetts

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation with excellent benefits package

• Faculty appointment at Tufts University School of Medicine with academic rank commensurate with experience and accomplishments

• Health Dental and Vision

• 403B with matching and core contributions

• 4 weeks paid vacation

• 10 Paid Holiday’s

• Boards and Licenses reimbursed

• Professional Liability coverage with tail

• Best industry CME package available

• Senior leadership and administrative support to ensure success

• Extraordinary team of highly skilled colleagues dedicated to teamwork

• Second largest Healthcare System in Massachusetts

Diversity is a core value at Beth Israel Lahey Health. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equit able working and learning environment for our staff. We believe every member on our team enriches

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General Neurology Dementia/Memory Disorders Epilepsy

Headache Medicine

Neurocritical Care Neurohospitalist

These are employed positions with the multispecialty Memorial Physician Group. The positions offer competitive benefits and compensation packages that are commensurate with training and experience. Professional malpractice and medical liability are covered under sovereign immunity.

About Memorial Healthcare System Memorial Healthcare System is one of the largest public healthcare systems in the United States. A national leader in quality care and patient satisfaction, Memorial has ranked 11 times since 2008 on nationally recognized lists of great places to work

Memorial’s work environment has been rated by employees and physicians alike as an open-door, inclusive culture that is committed to safety, transparency and, above all, outstanding service to patients and families. Located in South Florida, residents enjoy a high quality of life – including year-round summer weather, exciting multiculturalism and no state income tax.

To see job descriptions and/or to submit your CV for consideration, please visit memorialphysician.com. Additional information about Memorial Healthcare System can be found at mhs.net.

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NEUROLOGY PHYSICIAN CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN SOUTH FLORIDA Memorial Healthcare System continues to grow and is actively recruiting neurologists for the following positions:

TOWER HEALTH IS HIRING NEUROLOGISTS

Tower Health Neuroscience Center is a multisubspecialty clinical service line addressing the needs throughout our hospitals spanning four counties in Southeastern Pennsylvania. Due to extensive growth and community need, we are actively hiring Neurologists in the following positions:

• General Neurologist

Sleep Medicine Physician

Neuroimmunologist (MS)

Vascular Neurologist

Neurologist Medical Director

more information, contact: Kenneth (Nick) Nichols, Sr. Physician Recruiter, 484-628-6581 or Kenneth.Nichols@towerhealth.org

We are seeking board certified/board eligible neurologists for opportunities in our General Neurology and Neurohospitalist programs, along with other subspecialties.

Are you interested in joining a dynamic and growing neurology team?

Cleveland Clinic’s Neurological Institute consistently ranks in the top 10 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. Our neurologists serve the local Cleveland community as well as national and international patients, representing all the subspecialties of Neurology. Our unique, fully integrated model strengthens our standard of care, allows us to measure quality and outcomes on a continual basis, and enhances our ability to provide cutting edge patient care and conduct meaningful research.

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Start Right in Your Next Job—

Introducing Yourself to Your New Co-workers

Is there anything more exciting— and awkward—than the first day on a new job? The exciting part is easy to understand, especially for residents and fellows moving into their first non-training position. Years of school and specialized education have paid off, and the new career is finally launching. This is not only exciting, it’s momentous.

But yes, also awkward, for all the obvious reasons. Who do you

report to, and where? Is there a locker for your gear? How about the restrooms and the cafeteria? And…uh-oh…what was that colleague’s name? Can’t…quite… see the name badge…

With luck, and a good HR person, a lot of these questions will be handled in an onboarding process; if not, there’s likely to be a friendly co-worker to give you a tour and clue you in on the basics. So that covers the logistics of the new job,

but what about the people? How will you introduce yourself and get to know the other professionals you’ll be working with?

If this worries you a little, you’re in good company. Pretty much everyone worries about making the right impression with new colleagues, even if this isn’t the first job post-training. For those who consider themselves to be introverts, the worries can intensify, leading to some

sleepless nights while thinking about how to start on the right foot.

Introvert or extrovert, you’ll sleep better if you have a strategy for the first few weeks in your new position. The following tips will give you something to consider as you get ready.

A Week or Two in Advance

Talk with your physician recruiter. With so much focus on the hiring process, basic logistical information can get lost. Now’s a good time to email your questions or schedule a call with someone in the human resources department who can explain such things as where to park, who to check in with, what paperwork will still be needed, etc.

Ask for an organization chart. When you connect with your physician recruiter, ask for an org chart or a staff directory, or any other resource to help you get familiar with names and faces.

If none exist, you might be able to find similar information on the website, in the form of staff bios.

Your First Day on the Job

Arrive a little early. Not only will you be more relaxed by not having to rush, but you’ll have more time for brief chats as you meet people.

Wear your name badge. Assuming you’re assigned a badge of some sort, try to wear it in plain sight, to help others see and learn your name.

Talk to the front desk staff. As much as the direct care providers, the people at the front desk are your new colleagues. They’re also the ones who make life easier for you as a new employee. Commit to learning their names and to greeting each person every day—you’ll be amazed at how much better your work life will be when others feel respected by you.

Don’t assume people know you’re new. With so many places using locums physicians and traveling nurses, there are a lot of new faces on the floor. Just because someone doesn’t recognize you doesn’t mean they’ll realize you’re new. Get in the habit of introducing yourself to avoid misunderstandings.

In the First Few Weeks on the New Job

Talk to everyone. In your first days on the job, you’ll be focused on meeting your team. But by the second or third week, it’s time to get curious about the other people making your workplace hum. That might mean other doctors, advanced practice professionals, back office staff, vendors, or anyone else you encounter in your day.

Make a chart. Remember the org chart from HR? If you didn’t receive one earlier, by now you

can make one of your own. Just an informal sketch might be enough, but you’ll appreciate how this tool can help you keep straight on who’s who and what everyone does.

Don’t forget your virtual colleagues. If you have colleagues working from home, you’ll need to work harder to make your introductions—but it will be worth the effort. One way to do this is with a 15-minute conversation, perhaps over lunch, where you can learn more about each other.

Ask your boss how best to communicate. You won’t need a special process for introductions with your new boss, but you might benefit from a clarification: How does this person most prefer to be communicated with? For example, some people do best with email communications, while others prefer a phone-and-text process, or a standing weekly meeting. Getting this right from the beginning will help ensure you have the access you need in your new job.

Going Forward

Attend the optional meetings. As with any workplace, you’ll soon discover that some meetings are optional. If you want to cement your relationships, one way is by showing up to all the meetings, at least for the first few months of the position.

Join something. Speaking of showing up, who’s on the diversity committee, or the safety team? Even if you’re not a joiner by nature, you’ll find that working in a small group is a relationship accelerator. To reap these benefits, commit to at least one group in your first months on the job.

Reach out to the next new person. Now that you have your feet under you, you’re ready to be a guide to the next person who comes on board. Not only will you be helpful to that individual, but you’ll also be making a new friend at work, which is part of your own journey of fitting in.

Especially for Introverts

Don’t hide behind Zoom. If you’re an introvert, you may have a tendency to go remote more than is needed. For meetings in the building, at least, try to resist the

to face the person you’re talking with or holding your gaze longer.

Talk a little more than usual. Silence is golden, but it can also be interpreted as standoffish—or worse—as disrespect if others feel unacknowledged by you. Commit to being “on” the moment you enter the building (rather than waiting for your first patient) and you’ll be better positioned to connect with each person you meet.

And for Extroverts…

Read the social distancing cues. For extroverts, the recent period of reduced interaction has been challenging. Now that you’re starting a new position, you’ll can finally be yourself, while meeting colleagues you could know for your whole career. Even so, remember to watch for social cues on things like handshakes, fist bumps, and social distancing in general. Others will warm up to you more quickly if they don’t feel uncomfortable initially.

efficiency of Zoom or telephone in favor of the relationshipbuilding power of an in-person conversation.

Make more obvious eye contact. Wearing a mask throughout the day makes your eye contact more important. Since you might not be given to big hand gestures or other ways of showing your presence, consider upping your game with more obvious eye contact. That could be as simple as turning your head more fully

Hold back slightly in conversation. Somebody has to say hello first, and it might as well be you. But once the introductions are made, consider holding back to let the other person talk, or to leave if time is tight. You’ll have time later to finish the conversation, even if it happens in repeated interludes on the way to meetings.

If you’ve read all these tips, then you’re more than ready for the first day in your new job. Polish up your Queen Square Hammer and grab your lunchbox. It’s time to go to work! 

Neurology Career Opportunities

NORTON NEUROSCIENCE INSTITUTE AND NORTON CHILDREN’S NEUROSCIENCE INSTITUTE , affiliated with the UofL School of Medicine, are recruiting multiple board-certified or board-eligible physicians to Louisville, Kentucky, and surrounding areas. Our program offers multidisciplinary research pathways and expanding facilities, including a comprehensive neuroscience space that opened in June 2021.

The ideal candidates will have an opportunity to join a collaborative team of more than 115 subspecialty neuroscience providers. Career opportunities are available in the following programs:

y Child neurology

Epilepsy

General neurology

Headache

Memory disorders, Alzheimer’s disease and dementia

Movement disorders

Multiple sclerosis

Neuromuscular disorders

Neuro-oncology

Neuro-ophthalmology

Pediatric epilepsy

ABOUT NORTON NEUROSCIENCE INSTITUTE

LEADER in using innovative and cutting-edge technology and robotics

Participating in more than Named one of 100 GREAT neurosurgery and spine programs by BECKER’S HOSPITAL REVIEW

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The Neurology Group is a dynamic and growing clinical neuroscience practice, offering a wide range of employment opportunities. We are looking for someone with the desire to grow and expand their career in a fun and challenging specialty. Candidate must possess the willingness to learn, strong interpersonal skills, strive for ensuring excellent patient care, and work well in a collaborative environment.

This is an established and growing national organization at an 800 plus bed regional medical health system in Miami. We are actively looking for a physician to join the team.

You will only be called if it is about neurologic critical care and potentially treatment.

Preferred sub specialist of neuromuscular, movement disorder and multiple sclerosis.

Join us on a mission to advance neurological care . If interested in this opportunity, please send your CV to: Lizzeth Carballo; lcarballo@fcneurology.net

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Norton Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/ Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

To discuss this opportunity, contact Angela Elliott, senior recruiter, providers, Norton Medical Group, at (859) 613-1984 or angela.elliott@nortonhealthcare.org

Atrius Health, a well established, physician led healthcare leader, is nationally recognized for transforming healthcare through clinical innovations and quality improvement. Academically affiliated, Atrius Health delivers an effective system of connected care for more than 70 5,000 adult and pediatric patients at 30 medical practice locations in eastern and central Massachusetts. We are a leader in value based care.

Neurologist: We are seeking two BC/BE Neurologists who are committed to providing high quality, evidenced based medicine (testing, diagnosis and treatment) to a diverse and growing patient population in in a large multi specialty, academically affiliated group in greater B oston at our Kenmore (Boston) and Braintree practices. Neuromuscular, movement disorders and/or epilepsy fellowship training strongly preferred.

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Qualifications:

Atrius Health is committed to a policy of non discrimination and equal employment opportunity. All patients, employees, applican ts, and other constituents of Atrius Health will be treated with respect and dignity regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, veteran status, marital/dome stic partner status, parental status, sexual orientation and gender identity and/or expression, or other dimensions of diversity.

Send confidential CV to: Lisa Scully, Physician Recruitment, Atrius Health, 275 Grove Street, Suite 2 300 Newton, MA 02466; T: 8 00 222 4606 or 617 559 8275 within Massachusetts; E: Lisa_Scully@atriushealth.org EOE/AA. No third party agency. www.atriushealthproviders.org

Georgia Health System (NGHS) is seeking compassionate Neurology physicians and Advanced Practice Providers (APPs)

rapidly growing Neurosciences team. NGHS facilitates quality-based Neurological

population of over 1.2 million patients spanning 19 counties.

Fulfilling the promise of medicine

Washington Permanente Medical Group is seeking full-time Neurologists to join our Capitol Hill team in Seattle, Washington, Steele Street team in Tacoma, Washington, and Riverfront team in Spokane, Washington.

We’re a fully integrated, independent and clinician-led medical group with a compelling mission to be the best place to give care and to receive care. We are looking for brilliant and compassionate physicians who believe in equity, innovation, and collaboration. Free from the pressures of practicing fee-for-service medicine, our doctors

Washington Permanente Medical Group | Medical Staff Recruiting RCB-C3S-03 | 1300 SW 27th Street, Renton, WA 98057

can focus on what matters most—their patients’ health. Our system combines quality resources, technology, state-of-the-art facilities, and true experts to collaborate.

To learn more about joining WPMG, please reach out to Agnieszka Swanson, agnieszka.x.swanson@kp.org , Neurology Recruiter.

Opportunity:

• Office based practice

• APP support in the hospital and in the office

• 24/7 hospitalist service

• Specialist On Call Teleneurology coverage in place for nights and weekend support

• Hybrid Operating room for endovascular clot removal

• Highly competitive salary, benefits package including pension plan, occurrence based malpractice, health insurance, CME, loan forgiveness, and relocation

Location Overview

Maryland's Eastern Shore offers easy access to the beach and the Chesapeake Bay. Our physicians enjoy family friendly neighborhoods and a low, coastal cost of living. We have many options for private and public schools; and plenty of recreational opportunities, i ncluding water sports, outdoor life, golf and bike paths. Salisbury is home to the Delmarva Shorebirds, a minor league baseball team affiliated with the Baltimore Orioles.

One of the big draws to our area is the music: we enjoy music festivals throughout the summer, featuring widely acclaimed ban ds at a variety of venues. In fact, our region is home to the National Folk Festival. Freeman Stage features seasonal open air performances, showcasing music from jazz to country to rock plus dance, theater, and children's programs. Some of the live acts here have included Smokey Rob inson, O.A.R., Mid Atlantic Symphony Orchestra, First State Ballet, and many more. And if you love seafood, you're in luck here on the Delmarva Peninsula: we have crab fests galore throughout the summer, and plenty of fresh, local seafood. Restaurant Week in Ocean City features classic and innovative dining venues with special offerings for connois seurs of fine food. There's much to love about living in this area. Come and explore for yourself!

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TidalHealth, a physician lead and professionally managed multi specialty group , is seeking a BC/BE Neurologist to join its growing practice serving our 288 bed tertiary care hospital TidalHealth Peninsula Regional that as a primary stroke center has earned a Distinction of Excellence in Stroke by the Joint Commission.

What the International Medical School Graduate Can Do to Work in the United States

Secondary school…post-secondary school…medical school and licensing…internships…residencies and fellowships—nothing about the neurologist’s journey from training to practice is easy, but for the immigrant physician wishing to work in the United States, there are even more challenges. Sometimes there’s a repetition of training or licensing to meet US criteria; often there are language or cultural barriers. And nearly always there’s a series of steps to obtain visas or waivers that provide eligibility for employment.

While many foreign-born neurologists first arrive in the US on a J-1 Visa to complete a residency or fellowship, they soon find the process for remaining here as practicing physicians to be more complex. If this describes you, the good news is that there are multiple ways to become approved to work in the United States. But every path takes patience and attention to detail. Read on for more information and check out the glossary to learn more about the terms you’ll want to understand.

More than one way to work in the US

When someone talks about getting permission to stay on in the United States, they may be thinking in generic terms or they may be thinking about just one process they’ve heard about. In truth, there are several ways for foreign-born physicians to work in the United States, each requiring its own strategy and process. These three options are perhaps the most common:

J-1 Visa Waiver. Neurology fellows and residents using a J-1 Visa to complete their studies in the United States are required to return to their home countries for two years when the visa expires, before applying to re-enter the United States. To set aside this requirement (allowing them to continue directly to employment without returning home), they need a waiver or, more specifically, what’s known as the Conrad 30 J-1 Visa Waiver. This particular section of the waiver program provides 30 slots per state specifically for physicians. To receive one of these slots, the physician’s potential employer makes application to the state’s department of health requesting the two-year home residency be waived in return for the physician providing three years of health care in a medically underserved area.

H-1B Visa. Since H-1B Visas don’t include a specific program for physicians, approximately 85,000 annual slots are shared among all professions,

attracting around 200,000 applicants. Universities and training programs are usually exempt from the cap, meaning foreign-born physicians in training don’t need to compete for limited slots—until they finish training, that is. At that point, they will either need to enter the broader pool, or focus on employment with exempt training institutions. In both cases, employer sponsorship will be required for the visa to be approved. Unlike the Conrad J-1 Visa Waiver, the H-1B Visa does not require employment in a medically-underserved area.

Permanent residency/US citizenship. For physicians who want to live and work permanently in the United States, the most secure route will be through permanent residency, leading to citizenship. In this case, residency, often called Green Card status, would be achieved through an employersponsorship process. After three or five years of permanent residency, the physician would be eligible to apply for what is called “naturalization”—the term for becoming a citizen of the United States.

If all of this sounds overwhelming, take heart. Ann Massey Badmus, principle attorney with Badmus & Associates in Dallas, has some good news: In her practice specializing in immigration issues, she says, “I talk to two or three hundred physicians a year and I would say 90 percent or higher would get approved.” Badmus identifies three keys for success in the process: Understand the type of visa you’re seeking and what it requires; start as early as possible mapping out your strategy; and speak with an immigration attorney as early in your career as possible, to provide guidance. Read on for more on each of these points.

Timing is important—steps to take

Whatever you’ve heard in the past about how long a visa approval might take, it would be smart to extend that timeline by several months or more. For a number of reasons, ranging from backlogs to

rule changes to staffing shortages and an increase in applications across all programs, governmentbased visa processes are running much slower than in years past. Badmus recommends starting the process at least one year—and more likely two years—in advance of when the physician would want to be employed. That means a doctor starting a twoyear fellowship now should also immediately initiate the process to secure a visa for later employment.

As Badmus notes, “The earlier you start, the better your options” of finding work you want in a region you want to live in. Since both J-1 Visa Waivers and H-1B Visas require employer sponsorship, it’s logical to start the process with a job search. But that’s actually the second step, at least in the case of the Conrad 30 program. Because each state has 30 slots for physicians seeking a J-1 waiver, Badmus advises a look at the program requirements and deadlines for the states you’d most want to work in. With that knowledge in hand, you’ll be better able to gauge which employers to contact and how quickly. (See the resources list below for a link to a list of each state and its requirements.)

Ideally, Badmus says, a physician would be through interviewing and have an employment contract before starting the last year of fellowship “because you’re going to need that last year to work through the J-1 Visa Waiver process.” The contract itself will be similar to any other employment contract with the exception that three years will be stipulated. Depending on the state, the contract may also leave out the standard non-compete clause, as states providing the J-1 waiver would prefer doctors are able to continue working in the underserved area if they choose.

Strategies to employ

While it’s natural to begin your search where you’d most like to live, that might not be the most strategic path. For J-1 Visa Waivers, remember that highly popular and densely populated states such

as California and New York have the same 30 slots as states such as North Dakota and Idaho—so it’s easy to guess which spots might be the most or least competitive. If your choices lead you to more competitive locations, you might need additional strategies, such as a willingness to be a generalist or work in a different kind of practice than you’d envisioned. The key, Badmus says, is to study the needs of your target states as well as their requirements and process, then adjust your own process and expectations accordingly. And, if you get turned down in the first state you try, Badmus advises applying in other states.

For those seeking H-1B Visas, similar cautions apply. Employers in very popular parts of the country may be flooded with applicants seeking visa-sponsored positions, while those in rural or under-served areas may have far fewer applicants.

For both types of visas, the success strategies for any job search would apply: Identify the employers you would like to work for, send your CV to their recruiters or practice managers, request a meeting or interview, etc. The difference for a candidate seeking a visa sponsorship, however, is critical: Since you are asking the employer to take an extra step on your behalf, you need to be prepared for that part of the conversation. As Amy Schoch, senior manager of AAN Career Services, notes, “You can’t wait for the employer to do the work for you. If you want your first choice for employment, you’ll need to do some of the steps yourself.” That could mean supplying information and contacts for the visa program, completing some of the forms in advance, arranging a conversation with your attorney to answer questions, or anything else that makes the process of hiring you less intimidating for the employer.

What if you aren’t able to secure employment before your training ends, despite your best efforts? Two of the most common choices are to continue on with another training program or return home to work for two years before attempting re-entry to the United States. You might also double down on efforts to identify cap-exempt employers (usually training institutions) for the H-1B process, although timing might not be on your side. Even when these options are exhausted, it’s possible that other pathways could be available, depending on your specific circumstances. This is one of many reasons to work with an experienced immigration attorney, to reduce the chances of missing an opportunity.

Don’t go it alone—you need a team

It’s probably clear by now that immigration processes and visa applications are not simple procedures. This is a situation that calls for a team of experts, not a solo effort. In addition to mentors, advisors, and others who might assist, your team needs two key people: An attorney and a recruiter. The recruiter slot can perhaps be filled by a rotating set of professionals you contact in each hospital or practice you want to work at. Or, you might focus on a recruiting firm specializing in physicians or neurologists for the expertise you need. In either case, the recruiter is key to helping you understand the needs of different employers and strategies for approaching them.

By contrast, your attorney would ideally be someone you choose early in this process, who continues to serve you throughout your career. Because visas are federal, it won’t matter which state your attorney is licensed in. But it does matter that he or she specializes in immigration and, most importantly, in immigration for physicians. This is the person who can advise you not only on the appropriate steps to take, but on the terms of your contract and other details relating to your employment. It’s common for attorneys to meet briefly at no charge, but then the services will be billable, either by the hour or per service. Given the high stakes involved, this is a cost most physicians consider to be part of the investment they’ve already made in their training.

For further information, check out the glossary and resources list below. Then get started! Time will slip past before you know it, and this is a process you want to tackle as early as you can.

Understanding the Options―a Glossary of Terms

The first step for candidates is to gain a basic understanding of the options available to foreignborn physicians who want to work in the United States. While each situation is different and needs its own solution (best identified by a qualified attorney), these are the relevant visa options both candidates and employers should know about:

F-1 Visas are used by foreign nationals who come to the United States for enrollment in medical school or other full-time education.

J-1 Visas are used by foreignborn physicians (or other professionals) who attained their medical degrees in their home countries before coming to the United States to complete residency or fellowship training.

J-1 Visa Waivers are needed in order for foreign nationals to stay on in the United States to apply for work. The Conrad 30 Waiver is the specific J-1 Visa Waiver for J-1 foreign medical graduates (FMGs). Without the waiver, the candidate must return to his or her home country for two years before being eligible to come back to the United States.

H-1B Visas are the most common work visas used by foreign-born physicians (and others with

bachelor’s degrees or higher) who seek employment in the United States. These visas must be sponsored by employers, and the physician must be licensed as well as degreed.

Additional Visas. In more extraordinary situations, O-1, TN, or E-2 visas may also be applicable to foreignborn physicians seeking work in the United States.

All Visas noted above are temporary work or education visas and must be renewed according to their specific criteria.

Permanent Residency. Permanent residency (“Green Card” status) can be gained through a number of pathways, including employment. In this circumstance, the process must be sponsored by an employer.

US Citizenship. A period of three or five years of permanent residency is normally required before one is eligible to apply for naturalization as a United States citizen.

Additional Resources

Government resources and websites—In addition to webinars, the website for Badmus & Associates includes a helpful list of immigration-related websites leading to government resources and case-status sites. Check it out at badmuslaw.com/ resources/helpful-links/

State-by-state Conrad J-1 Visa Waiver timelines— To help you track the deadlines and steps for the Conrad J-1 Visa Waivers specific to foreign-trained medical professionals, the Ford Murray Law firm has created a state-by-state reference on its website. Learn more at fordmurraylaw.com/mustknow-deadlines-conrad-30-j-1-visa-waiver/

Books and articles—Numerous law firms and attorneys have written helpful guides on immigration steps for physicians and others, including Ann Badmus. Her book, a, can be purchased in print or as a Kindle ebook. 

Northeast Indiana’s largest employer, Parkview Health is seeking neurologists with expertise in general neurology, epileptology, MS, vascular neurology, movement disorders, headache management, neuromuscular diseases, neuro oncology, behavioral neurology and neurophysiology (EEG/EMG) to join its multidisciplinary team!

Parkview Health located in Fort Wayne, IN has been named as one of the nation’s top employers by Forbes. With a robust and growing Neurosciences team, our collegial and diverse group of 14 physicians and 12 advanced practice providers are committed to providing the highest quality of patient care within Northeast Indiana and Northwest Ohio.

From newly designated GME residencies, leadership and teaching opportunities, and utilization of state of the art technology, our accolades include accredited chest pain and comprehensive stroke centers, and more. Our growing Neurosciences team is committed to serving our patient population and maintaining the highest standards of neurological care.

Join us and discover our highly competitive salaries, exceptional benefit packages, prioritization of work life balance, and empowerment of YOU as a member of our team.

Come be a part of a neurology team that supports your work and lifestyle goals.

Experience the exceptional and rewarding lifestyle only Maine can offer. Situated on the southern Maine coast, Portland is ranked as the #1 safest place and the 8th best place to live by U.S. News and World Report.

Director of Neuromuscular Medicine

Neurohospitalist │EMG Trained Neurologist Outpatient Vascular Neurologist

For more information please contact Linda Wiley, Physician Recruiter at Linda.Wiley@mainehealth.org.

Comprehensive Stroke Center, west suburbs Chicago Neuro-Hospitalist & General Neurologist Opportunities

Edward Elmhurst Health Services, has an excellent opportunity for a BC/BE Neurologist committed to a multi disciplinary team approach to patient care. This is a full time inpatient opportunity, caring for stroke and general neurology patients at our Time Sensitive Emergency Level 1 (Comprehensive) Stroke Center, located in Naperville, IL; just 30 miles west of downtown Chicago. The Neuro Hospitalist will join a team of board certified neurologists who work closely with expert neurosurgeons and neurovascular interventional radiologists to provide specialized, comprehensive care for patients with brain, nerve, and spinal disorders.

Join a collegial group of (9) Neurologists, (3) Neurointerventionalists (3) Neurosurgeons, (5) Advanced Practice Providers, and (1) Neurointensivist Full Time, inpatient Neuro Intensive Care Unit staffed by registered nurses specially trained in care of the brain and spine Average 20 30 patients per day Cross covering patients and seeing admits from the ED Neurodiagnostic services including EEG, EMG and sleep lab Pain Management available onsite 7 On / 7 Off Schedule Successful completion of an ACGME or AOA accredited residency training program in Neurology Market competitive compensation EMR: EPIC

To learn more, visit: https://www.eehealth.org/services/neuro/

Hospital Attributes:

• Edward Hospital rated #1 in the region by the National Research Corporation Designated Stroke Center of Excellence & Advanced Primary Stroke Comprehensive Stroke Center by the Joint Commission DNV GL. Magnet hospital for Nursing Excellence

Benefits Package: Malpractice Coverage with Tail, Health, Vision, Dental, Life, Disability, 401(k), 457 (b), Flexible time off; vacation, CME/PHONE Allowance, Fitness Center Membership, etc.

The Community:

Naperville, IL, west suburb of Chicago, just 30 miles west of downtown Chicago; is an affluent community known for its excellent school system, low crime rate and offers a variety of housing options. Naperville has a great community atmosphere and a charming downtown with an abundance of shopping, cultural activities, fine dining and a beautiful river walk. There are two Metra train stops located in Naperville for convenient access to and from Chicago.

For more information, or to submit a CV please contact/send to Lori.Kramer@eehealth.org

For additional information please contact: Kelsey Thompson Parkview Health Provider Recruitment Sourcing Specialist providercareers@parkview.com or visit Parkview.com/Neurosciences

Join a 100-top hospital with a established 4 year categorical neurology residency program!

St. Luke’s University Health Network, the region ’s largest, most established health system, and major teaching hospital is seeking full time Board Certified/Board Eligible general and fellowship trained neurologists for both subspecialty outpatient opportunities and neurohospitalist positions.

We’re looking for the following additions to our growing team of 34 neurologists and 22 Advanced Practitioners!

• Stroke

• Neuromuscular

• Movement Disorders

• Neurohospitalist

• Headache

• Neuro-Rehab

About St. Luke’s University Health Network

St. Luke’s Neurology Associates is part of the network’s Neuroscience Service Line, a comprehensive and integrated team comprised of neurologists, neurosurgeons and neuro rehabilitation offering leading edge care for all subspecialties in neurology.

In joining St. Luke’s University Health Network you’ll enjoy:

• Loan Repayment program up to $100,000

• Residents and Fellows enjoy a generous final year stipend

• Team based care with well educated, dedicated support staff

• A culture in which innovation is highly valued

• Exceptional compensation package, starting bonus, and relocation reimbursement

• Rich benefits package, including malpractice, health and dental insurance, and CME allowance

• Work/life balance and flexibility

• Teaching, research, quality improvement and strategic development opportunities

Founded in 1872, St. Luke’s University Health Network (SLUHN) is a fully integrated, regional, non profit network of 17,000 employees providing services at 12 hospitals and over 300+ outpatient sites. To learn more about SLUHN, please visit www.slhn.org

About the Lehigh Valley & Surrounding Areas

Set amid gentle hills and charming country sides, Lehigh Valley, PA is home to Allentown, Bethlehem, and Easton, as well as d ozens of small towns and picturesque boroughs, parks, trails, and waterways. The Lehigh Valley is in close proximity to NYC, Philly, and DC. For more information please visit www.discoverlehighvalley.com *Unfortunately, we cannot sponsor visas

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please contact: Drea Rosko, Senior Physician Recruiter, St. Luke’s University Health Network, Drea.Rosko@sluhn.org

If you’ve never interviewed for a job, or if it’s been quite awhile, you’re probably feeling a little nervous about the prospect of facing a potential employer or panel of future colleagues. That’s a good sign—not feeling nervous means you’re not paying attention.

Now that we’ve established that interviews are worthy of at least a low level of anxiety, the question is how to convert those feelings into strategy? The answer is simple: One step at a time. Following is a guide to help you prepare for each interview as if it were your first—as indeed, it might be.

1. Gather all the details possible. When a recruiter contacts you out of the blue to schedule an interview, it’s common to “go blank.” The recruiter is going to be very business-like and confident and say things like, “We’re hoping you can fly out

on Wednesday next week. You can? Oh, good. We’ll email you the travel information. See you then.” Wait, what just happened? Here are a few of the questions you want to ask, whether you get them out in that initial call or in a follow-up email:

• Who will I be interviewing with; what are their positions?

• What is the schedule of interviews; how long will each meeting be?

• Are you meeting with other candidates, or am I the only person being considered at this point?

• Will a decision be made from this set of interviews, or are there more steps to the process?

• What materials do you need from me?

• What other information can you share? For instance, what

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can you tell me about the practice (or department or research program, etc.).

2. Conduct pre-interview research. Now that you know who you’ll be interviewing with, you can look up each person on the internet, while also asking your colleagues or mentors what they know about them. Your goal is to use what you learn to guide your interview answers, as well as your later decision making. For example, if you discover that the department chair has been vocal about legislation governing research programs, you can surmise that he or she feels strongly about those issues— wouldn’t you like to know that before answering a question on the subject during your interview?

Besides the general research you conduct on the people you’ll be meeting, here are some other things you should look for:

• Size and reputation of the organization, as well as any specialty they practice

• Articles about or written by the principles in the organization

• Competing organizations, particularly if it’s a private practice, so you can understand their pressures better

• Community information, to help you understand their practice environment

3. Identify your key strengths for the position. While it’s true that your strengths are your strengths regardless of the context, the context still pertains to how you frame your answers. For example, if you’re talking with the partners of a small practice, your creative and innovative approach will be important for streamlining processes and attracting new patients. But if it’s an academic position you’re after, the same strength will be better described in terms of your ability to present the curriculum from a variety of teaching methodologies or your ability to frame research questions from a fresh perspective.

To help you describe your strengths in ways that are relevant to the position, ask yourself these questions:

• What are the primary tasks of the position, and which of these am I especially good at?

• What examples can I give to demonstrate those strengths?

• Do I have any metrics that will help me “prove” the strength?

4. Anticipate and practice questions. There are numerous articles available to help you with this step, including several on the American Academy of Neurology’s Neurology Career Center website. Here are a few tips to guide you:

• Wherever possible, relate your answers to the employer’s needs and interests

• Use examples or metrics to help your answers come alive

• Don’t be afraid to ask questions of your own

5. Find a way to relax. Here’s

Interviews count for most of the hiring decision. Your academic and work records are important guides for employers, but they’ll base their decision to hire on less measurable points, including your personality, your approach, your fit with the patients and the rest of the team, and their perception of your potential to succeed. None of these elements can be derived from documentation, but only from in-person impressions— which is what makes interviews so critical to the overall hiring process.

a cardinal rule of interviewing: People hire people they like. Since it’s much easier to be likable when you’re relaxed and well rested, your task is to protect your time and mental well-being in the days before your meeting so you can present your best self to your future employer.

Now that you know the steps needed to prepare for your interview, the following overview information will help you keep things in perspective.

Interviews come in different shapes. As you may have already discovered when interviewing for medical school or a residency, you could find yourself meeting one-on-one with the decision-maker, or in a series of consecutive one-onones with potential colleagues, or in a panel setting with a half dozen interviewers around a board table. You could also be interviewed by phone or Skype, or even asked to videorecord answers for interviewers to review later. While each of these situations differs in format, your actual approach will not vary much at all: Find out from the recruiter what type of interview to expect, follow the steps noted above to prepare, then find a way to relax so you can be at your best in the meeting.

Interviews are progressive in nature. In a competitive scenario where more than one candidate is being considered for a position, interviews will be used to narrow the field. That means that the winning candidate may have

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experienced multiple rounds of interviews before being selected.

Even when you’re the only candidate for the position, you can expect multiple meetings as the conversation deepens between you and your future employer.

With this in mind, don’t worry about getting everything done in one meeting. Instead, follow the flow and pace set by the interviewer while you concentrate on using every question as an opportunity to present another of your strengths.

A Final Word: Now you know the basics for succeeding at your first interview. All that’s left is to cover the logistics so that you’re really ready to roll. Here’s a quick checklist to keep you organized:

• Inspect your interview outfit to be sure it’s clean and fits well

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• Get a haircut, manicure, or any other personal grooming assists needed

• Print CV copies for the meeting

• Notify references that they may be called

• If it’s an out-of-town interview, pack and double check your bags; confirm travel details

• For a local interview, take a dry run the day before to ensure you don’t get lost

• Purchase thank-you notes to send after the interview

Still nervous? Breathe deep and enjoy the edge. You’re wellprepared, so the nerves are a good thing—they remind you that you’re taking an important step in your career. Good luck. You’re going to do great! 

WHAT YOU NEED

WHEN YOU NEED IT

Only AAN membership offers access to the highest quality resources— when you need them—from the world’s largest and most trusted community of neurology professionals.

Join or renew today. AAN.com/Membership

WORK. PLAY.

Advocate Aurora Health is actively recruiting General and Subspecialty Neurologists to join our team of talented physicians in beautiful Central and Northeast Wisconsin.

Highlights:

• Provide care across the full spectrum

• Seasoned, collaborative partners and strong support staff

• PSLF opportunities, generous student loan forgiveness, robust benefits package and generous compensation

• Will support H-1B visa

• Consolidated call coverage offering work life balance

• Openings in picturesque, family friendly, affordable cities with unlimited outdoor recreation:

• Sheboygan

• Oshkosh

• Green Bay

Marinette

more information, contact Becky at rebecca.bork@aah.org

Bon Secours Mercy Health is seeking a talented Neurologist to join their busy and established team of providers in Richmond, Virginia. Successful candidate will become part of our comprehensive neuroscience program which includes:

• A full continuum of care from outpatient evaluation and diagnostics to inpatient care

• Broad range of neurologic subspecialists within the group of 22 current providers

• Tele neurology used for rapid response to Emergency Department and in house neurologic emergencies

• Specialized, Joint Commission certified Comprehensive and Primary StrokeCenters

• Dedicated acute care nurses with specialized nurses and clinical staff.

• Long term video EEG monitoring to help diagnose andtreat seizure disorders such as epilepsy.

• Specialized out patient Neuro diagnostics including ANS, EEG, EMG

• Neuro Psychological services within the practices

• Collaboration with amicable Neurosurgery group using latest technologic advancements for treatment

Interested? Send cover letter and CV to Elizabeth Poplawsky Elizabeth_Poplawsky@bshsi.org

Director of the Neurocritical Care Unit (NCCU) and Division Chief of Neurocritical Care

Brown Neurology and Rhode Island Hospital are seeking a full time physician and academic leader to serve as Director of the Neurocritical Care Unit (NCCU) and Division Chief of Neurocritical Care within the Department of Neurology.

The successful candidate will lead the neurocritical care clinical/research programs and a group of experienced neurointensiv ists in our large, multi hospital healthcare system. The NCCU is an established, state of the art 18 bed neurological/ neurosurgical critical care unit located at Rhode Island Hospital, the only Comprehensive Stroke Center and Level 1 Trauma Center in the st ate of Rhode Island, with a large catchment area that also includes Southeastern Massachusetts.

This position involves working closely with experienced colleagues and on site staff, including advanced practice providers, neuroscience nurses, and research staff, with active participation in multiple clinical trials.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team of accomplished medical professionals. Brown Neurology is a faculty practice group affiliated with the Warren Alpert Medical School at Brown University and its diverse academic resources. We will provid e consistent mentorship, institutional support, and a path to promotion.

We at Brown Neurology serve a diverse patient population ranging from all over Southern New England, including those from underserved areas. All who are eligible are welcome to apply. Please send all inquiries to dlopes4@lifespan.org.

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