Neurocritical Care Physician

Northeast Georgia Health System; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Georgia Health System is seeking a Board Certified Neurocritical Care Physician to join our Neurocritical Care team in Gainesville, GA as Medical Director. This leadership role focuses on clinical quality, operations, and program development with 80% clinical duties and 20% leadership.

You will lead protocols, performance metrics, throughput strategies, and collaborate with Stroke Program leadership while mentoring residents and fellows in a growing neuroscience program at NGMC

Qualifications

• Board-certified in Neurocritical Care or eligible, through ABMS pathways.
• ACGME accredited Neurology residency completed with Neurocritical Care focus.
• 3+ years post-fellowship Neurocritical Care experience preferred.
• Unrestricted Georgia medical license or eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain clinical protocols, order sets, and care pathways (SAH, LVO stroke, status epilepticus, TBI).
• Own unit-level performance metrics: mortality, ICU LOS, ventilator days, CAUTI/CLABSI, EVD infections, unplanned ICU returns.
• Improve throughput and capacity management across ED/ICU/stepdown; set escalation criteria.
• Collaborate with Stroke Program leadership on reperfusion readiness and post-thrombectomy care.
• Represent Neurocritical Care in ICU Steering, Quality, Sepsis/Code Blue, Pharmacy & Therapeutics committees.
• Assist with recruitment, retention, and budget planning for physicians and APPs.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical excellence

Team collaboration

Mentoring

Education

ACGME Neurology Residency

Neurocritical Care Fellowship

ABMS Neurocritical Care Certification eligibility

Georgia Medical License

Job description

Neurocritical Care Medical Director- Your Life's Work-we're here to support it all! Gainesville, Georgia

Northeast Georgia Physicians Group in partnership with Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) we understand that your career is more than just a job-it's your life's work. That's why we're committed to supporting every aspect of your professional journey, from clinical excellence to personal fulfillment.

We are currently seeking a Board Certified Neurocritical Care Physician to join our thriving and innovative Neurocritical Care team as a clinical medical director in Gainesville, Georgia. This role would focus on leading clinical quality, operations, and program development for the Neuro ICU at NGMC Gainesville. This role is 80% clinical (direct patient care, procedures, rounding, consults) and 20% leadership: guiding clinical standards, staffing models, throughput, and performance improvement.

Why Join Us?

Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) is a nationally recognized, not-for-profit health system serving more than 1 million residents across Northeast Georgia. With five hospital campuses and a network of over 1,300 providers, NGHS is committed to delivering exceptional care through:

• Clinical excellence across a comprehensive range of specialties
• Innovative technology and forward-thinking approaches to patient care
• A collaborative culture that empowers physicians and providers
• A mission-driven focus that prioritizes patients and strengthens communities
• We are committed to improving the health of our community in all we do

Practice Overview:

• Join a team of physicians, advanced practitioners and well-trained support staff
• 24/7 coverage of our 18 bed Neuro ICU.
• Service Line supported by:
• Separate Neuro-hospitalists and APP program covering the neuro step-down and medical units across two campuses.
• NGPG Neurology includes a team of 20 Outpatient Neurologists and APPs
• Comprehensive Stroke Center and Level 1 Trauma at our Gainesville campus and Primary Stroke Center at both our Braselton and Barrow campuses
• Significant learning opportunities through structured Neuroscience educational sessions, M&M, and GME.
• Growing program with opportunity to work with residents and fellows

Key Leadership Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain clinical protocols, order sets, and care pathways (SAH, LVO stroke, status epilepticus, TBI).
• Own unit-level performance metrics: mortality, ICU LOS, ventilator days, CAUTI/CLABSI rates, EVD infection rates, and unplanned returns to ICU.
• Improve throughput (ED ? ICU ? stepdown/home), capacity management, and escalation/de-escalation criteria.
• Collaborate with Stroke Program leadership on reperfusion readiness, post-tPA/post-thrombectomy management, and stroke core measures.
• Represent Neurocritical Care in hospital committees (ICU Steering, Quality, Sepsis/Code Blue, Pharmacy & Therapeutics, Ethics as applicable).
• Assist with recruitment and retention of physicians and APPs; participate in budget planning and capital requests

Working together with Physicians like you:

• MD or DO; completion of an ACGME accredited residency program in Neurology,
• Board certification or board eligibility in Neurocritical Care through an ABMS recognized pathway, including:
• Successful completion of an ACGME accredited Neurocritical Care fellowship with eligibility for the ABPN administered Neurocritical Care subspecialty certification examination, OR
• Current ABMS Neurocritical Care subspecialty certification (ABPN administered) through Neurology (ABPN), OR
• For legacy candidates only (through 2026): prior certification via the practice/temporary pathway accepted by the applicable ABMS member board.
• UCNS certification alone is not required; however, prior UCNS accredited fellowship training or UCNS certification may be considered in the context of overall eligibility and experience.
• Minimum 3 years of post-fellowship clinical experience in a dedicated Neurocritical Care or Neuro ICU setting.
• Unrestricted Georgia medical license (or ability to obtain) and eligibility for hospital privileges.
• Demonstrated expertise in neuro specific critical care, including advanced ventilator management, multimodality neuromonitoring, continuous EEG, invasive monitoring, and post thrombectomy/SAH care.
• Prior leadership experience (e.g., unit lead, service chief, associate or assistant medical director) strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of Comprehensive Stroke Center standards, ICU quality metrics, accreditation readiness, and performance improvement initiatives.
• As Neurocritical Care is now an ABMS-recognized subspecialty, candidates must be eligible for or already hold ABMS Neurocritical Care subspecialty certification; fellowship-based eligibility will be required for candidates entering practice after 2026.

Discover Gainesville, Georgia

Located in the heart of Northeast Georgia, Gainesville is a thriving city that offers the perfect blend of natural beauty, cultural richness, and professional opportunity. Known for its welcoming community and vibrant lifestyle, Gainesville is a place where both careers and families flourish.

• Lake Lanier Living: Gainesville sits along the shores of Lake Lanier, one of the Southeast's most popular recreational lakes. Residents enjoy boating, fishing, kayaking, and lakeside dining with stunning views.
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• Outdoor Adventure: With easy access to the Blue Ridge Mountains, Gainesville is a gateway to hiking, biking, and exploring Georgia's most scenic landscapes.
• Top-Rated Schools & Healthcare: The city offers excellent public and private schools, as well as access to world-class healthcare through Northeast Georgia Medical Center, a regional leader in medical innovation and patient care.
• Convenient Location: Just an hour north of Atlanta, Gainesville provides the tranquility of small-town living with the convenience of a major metropolitan area nearby.

We're Here to Support It All