Neurologist

Prime Healthcare; Gadsden, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 240,000 - 310,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

Prime Healthcare in Alabama seeks a board-certified or eligible Neurologist to join our team. The neurologist will evaluate, diagnose, and manage a wide range of neurological conditions in both inpatient and outpatient settings, with daily hospital rounds and M-F clinic schedule.

Responsibilities include performing comprehensive neurological exams, interpreting EEG/EMG/MRI/CT, providing outpatient consultations, collaborating with hospitalists, and contributing to quality improvement while

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board certification or board eligibility in Neurology.
• Active and unrestricted state medical license.
• DEA license and prescribing credentials.
• Excellent diagnostic and clinical skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat disorders of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, and muscles (e.g., stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, neuropathies).
• Perform comprehensive neurological examinations and interpret diagnostic studies such as EEG, EMG, MRI, and CT.
• Provide outpatient consultations and follow-up care in clinic.
• Participate in daily inpatient rounds for consults and follow-up care.
• Collaborate with hospitalists, intensivists, and other specialists on patient management.
• Participate in stroke team activities (if applicable), including acute stroke evaluation.
• Document findings and care plans accurately and in a timely manner in the EMR.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatments, and long-term care planning.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and continuing education.
• May be involved in teaching medical students or residents, depending on the practice setting.

Skills

Neurological diagnosis

Clinical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

MD or DO degree

Board-certified or board-eligible in Neurology

Active and unrestricted state medical license

DEA license

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Bonus Amount

tbd

Bonus Information

Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Overview

Schedule –

Neurologist: M-F, clinic. Daily rounding on hospital patients as needed. No more than 10 days of call per month.

We are seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Neurologist to join our dynamic team. The Neurologist will evaluate, diagnose, and manage a wide range of neurological conditions in both inpatient and outpatient settings. This role includes daily rounding on hospitalized patients as needed, as well as collaboration with other specialties to deliver comprehensive neurological care.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat disorders of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, and muscles (e.g., stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, neuropathies).
• Perform comprehensive neurological examinations and interpret diagnostic studies such as EEG, EMG, MRI, and CT.
• Provide outpatient consultations and follow-up care in clinic.
• Participate in daily inpatient rounds for consults and follow-up care.
• Collaborate with hospitalists, intensivists, and other specialists on patient management.
• Participate in stroke team activities (if applicable), including acute stroke evaluation.
• Document findings and care plans accurately and in a timely manner in the EMR.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatments, and long-term care planning.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and continuing education.
• May be involved in teaching medical students or residents, depending on the practice setting.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board certification or board eligibility in Neurology.
• Active and unrestricted state medical license.
• DEA license and credentials necessary for prescribing.
• Excellent diagnostic and clinical skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Fellowship training in subspecialties such as stroke, epilepsy, neuromuscular, or neurocritical care (optional).
• Experience in using EMR systems Epic
• Participation in call rotation and hospital-based care.

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

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