System Medical Director of Neurology

Piedmont Neurosciences is seeking an accomplished physician leader to serve as System Medical Director of Neurology. Based at Piedmont Atlanta, this enterprise-level position will help shape the strategic direction, integration, quality, and growth of neurology services across Piedmont’s hospitals and ambulatory locations.

The System Medical Director will provide physician leadership across the full spectrum of neurology, including vascular neurology, epilepsy, movement disorders, multiple sclerosis, neurocritical care, neuro-oncology, peripheral nerve disorders, pain, memory disorders, headache, and behavioral neurology. Candidates from all neurology subspecialties are encouraged to apply. Working in partnership with the System Chief of Neurosciences and hospital, medical group, and service-line leaders, the Medical Director will advance a coordinated and patient-centered neurology enterprise. The role includes an active clinical practice in the physician’s area of expertise.

Key Responsibilities

Advance the system-wide neurology recruitment

Provide physician leadership across multiple hospitals and ambulatory practices

Strengthen physician alignment, engagement, productivity, and collaboration

Support the development and growth of neurological programs and services

Promote consistent standards for quality, clinical excellence, and patient-centered care

Improve coordination and integration across neurological subspecialties and care settings

Support the adoption of innovative clinical practices and care-delivery models

Maintain an active clinical practice in the physician’s area of expertise

Qualifications

MD or DO degree

Board certification in Neurology

Licensed or eligible for medical licensure in the State of Georgia

Progressive physician leadership experience

Demonstrated leadership within a complex healthcare system with multiple hospitals and clinical locations

Proven success in clinical program development, strategic planning, and physician engagement

Excellent communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills

Ability to lead effectively within a highly matrixed organization

Strong professional reputation and the ability to engage physicians and organizational leaders

Preferred Experience

Leadership experience within an established neuroscience or neurology service line

Experience developing or overseeing clinical education or fellowship programs

Regional or national involvement in neurology leadership, professional organizations, research, or clinical program development

Piedmont Healthcare is a private, not-for-profit health system and a recognized leader in delivering safe, high-quality, patient-centered care. Across Georgia, Piedmont serves communities representing 85% of the state's population through 27 hospitals, 113 immediate care locations, 1,875 Piedmont Clinic physician practice locations, and more than 3,600 Piedmont Clinic members. With nearly 50,000 caregivers and more than 4.5 million patients served, Piedmont offers physicians the opportunity to practice in a growing, mission-driven organization committed to making a positive difference in every life we touch.