Physician - Neurology

Myana; Wakefield (RI); On-site; USD 220,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

South County Medical Group in Rhode Island seeks a highly skilled Board-Certified Neurologist to diagnose and manage diverse neurological disorders across brain, spinal cord, nerves, and muscles, delivering patient-centered care in a collaborative setting.

The role emphasizes exams, imaging interpretation, treatment planning, and coordination with neurosurgical teams, radiology, and therapists, while maintaining compassionate bedside manners and strong clinical judgments.

Qualifications

• MD/DO from accredited medical school.
• ACGME neurology residency completed.
• RI medical license unrestricted.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Neurology.
• Valid DEA registration for prescribing controlled substances.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive neurological examinations for adult and pediatric patients.
• Order and interpret imaging and neurodiagnostic tests (MRI, EEG, EMG, lumbar puncture).
• Develop and monitor treatment plans including neurologic medications and therapies.
• Coordinate care with neurosurgeons, radiologists, PCPs, therapists and social workers.
• Participate in on-call duties for acute neurological emergencies.
• Document care accurately in electronic health records (EHR).
• Counsel patients and families on diagnoses, prognosis, and lifestyle modifications.

Skills

Board-certified Neurology

Clinical judgment

Analytical reasoning

Compassionate bedside manner

Education

MD/DO from accredited medical school

ACGME-accredited Neurology residency

Unrestricted RI medical license

Board-certified in Neurology

Valid DEA registration

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled, compassionate, and Board-Certified Neurologist to join our medical team. In this role, you will diagnose and treat a wide range of neurological disorders affecting the brain, spinal cord, nerves, and muscles. You will manage both acute conditions and long‑term chronic illnesses, utilizing advanced diagnostic tools to create individualized treatment plans. The ideal candidate collaborates effectively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high‑quality, patient‑centered care.

Core Responsibilities

• Patient Care: Perform comprehensive neurological examinations to evaluate, diagnose, and treat adult and/or pediatric patients.
• Diagnostics: Order and interpret diagnostic imaging (MRI, CT scans) and neurodiagnostic tests (EEG, EMG, nerve conduction studies, lumbar punctures).
• Treatment Management: Develop, implement, and monitor treatment plans, including prescribing medications and therapies for conditions like stroke, epilepsy, MS, Parkinson's, and dementia.
• Collaboration: Coordinate patient care with neurosurgeons, radiologists, primary care physicians, physical therapists, and social workers.
• On-Call Duties: Participate in the department's rotational on‑call schedule for acute neurological emergencies (e.g., acute stroke response).
• Documentation: Maintain accurate, timely, and detailed electronic health records (EHR) in compliance with hospital policies and medical regulations.
• Patient Education: Counsel patients and families regarding diagnoses, prognosis, treatment benefits, risks, and lifestyle modifications.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Education: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school.
• Training: Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency training program in Neurology.
• Licensure: Current, unrestricted medical license to practice in the state of RI.
• Certification: Board-certified or board‑eligible in Neurology.
• Credentials: Valid DEA registration for prescribing controlled substances.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional clinical judgment, strong analytical reasoning, and compassionate bedside manner.

South County Medical Group is a division of South County Health.