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 90% clinical (direct patient care, procedures, rounding, consults) and 10% 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

• 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

• 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

• MD or DO; completion of accredited residency and fellowship in Neurocritical Care.
• Board Certification in Neurocritical Care (UCNS or ABPN pathways).
• Minimum 3 years of post-fellowship clinical experience in a neurocritical care setting.
• Unrestricted Georgia medical license (or ability to obtain) and hospital privileges.
• Demonstrated competency in ICU procedures, ventilator management, hemodynamic monitoring, sedation/analgesia, and neuro-specific critical care protocols.
• Prior leadership experience (unit/service lead, assistant medical director).
• Familiarity with stroke center metrics, Joint Commission/Det Norske Veritas requirements, and data registries.
• Experience with continuous EEG, advanced neuromonitoring, and post-thrombectomy/SAH standardized pathways.
• Prior work in high-growth programs (bed expansions, APP integration),

Northeast Georgia Physicians Group (NGPG), one of the largest multi-specialty groups in Georgia, brings together more than 650 talented physicians and advanced practitioners representing 35 specialties at over 80 locations. NGPG is affiliated with Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS), which serves more than 1,500,000 people in more than 19 counties across the region. As part of NGHS, patients of NGPG have a direct connection to Northeast Georgia Medical Center’s five hospital campuses in Gainesville, Braselton, Habersham, Lumpkin, and Barrow, Ga.

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.
• The “Hospitality Capital of the World”: Gainesville lives up to its nickname with a friendly, inclusive atmosphere and a strong sense of community pride.
• Vibrant Downtown: The revitalized downtown district features local boutiques, art galleries, live music, and a growing culinary scene, making it a hub for entertainment and culture.
• 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.

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