Role: To participate in the caring for patients with neurological conditions at Piedmont Hospital in Augusta, GA. The Augusta campus is a 581 bed community facility specializing in adult care across two campuses and one outpatient clinic site. This is a hybrid role supporting inpatient and outpatient care.

Location: Augusta, Georgia is a beautiful mid-sized city located on the border of Georgia and South Carolina with loads of southern charm. In addition the cost of living is very attractive, and there is easy driving access to several of the South’s largest major metropolitan areas, including Atlanta, Charlotte, and Charleston.

Staffing Design: Currently there are three neurologists supported by one physician extender. Our current growth is indicative of presenting the need for an additional physician extender .

Role and Responsibility: The Neurologist supporting Inpatient and Outpatient will be the following:

• Evaluation, diagnosis and medical treatment of patients with disorders of the central and peripheral nervous system.
• Electroencephalography and Evoked Potential Studies
• Lumbar Punctures
• Electromyography
• Neurosonography
• Injection of botox for movement disorders
• Moderate Sedation
• Stoke Intervention Care
• Neuro Telemedicine

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited school of medicine
• Fellowship and MUST BE Board Certification in Neurology
• Acute Stroke Management, preferred
• Neuro telemedicine

Compensation: Base compensation competitive with MGMA median. Benefit Package: Current contracts include: Insurance; Group plan options for medical/dental/vision/disability/life. Liability insurance for professional practice provided.

Retirement planning: 403(b) retirement account, with additional matching by employer; 457 retirement vehicle available for tax deferred retirement planning.

Allowances for CME, professional membership, publications, and recertification preparation provided.
Piedmont Healthcare is a top-rated system with award-winning hospitals and employees comprised of 23 hospitals and facilities, more than 2,500 physicians, and over 700 clinic practice locations across greater Atlanta and North Georgia. With over 1 million outpatient encounters, you will have the opportunity to see and treat a variety of medical conditions. Piedmont Healthcare is a fast-growing, recognized leader in delivering expert care. Metro Atlanta’s vibrant economy fuels a wealth of global communities and diverse cultural experiences, while the state of Georgia offers coastline beaches and mountain views. Live and work with the best at Piedmont in the big and small towns of the Peach State.