Neurology opening: Augusta, GA
Saint Louis, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Neurology
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Permanent/Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Augusta, Georgia, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
4/15/24
**Neurology opening in Augusta, GA**
* Full-time, permanent opening
* Hospital-employed position
* 581-bed community facility specializing in adult care across two campuses and one outpatient clinic site
* Includes outpatient & inpatient with Telemedicine for Acute Neurology
* Currently there are 3 Neurologists supported by 1 physician extender
* Current growth is indicative of presenting the need for an additional physician extender
* Competitive compensation (MGMA based package) & benefits!
* Group plan options for medical/dental/vision/disability/life
* Liability insurance for professional practice provided
* 403(b) retirement account along with a 457 retirement vehicle available for tax deferred retirement planning
* Allowances for CME, professional membership, publications, and recertification preparation provided
**Role & Responsibilities:**
* 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
**Community:**
The Augusta area straddles the Savannah River running between Georgia and South Carolina. We are a two- to three-hour drive from Atlanta, Charlotte, Savannah, Charleston, the Appalachian Mountains and several popular beaches, including Hilton Head Island and Myrtle Beach. The area boasts a warm climate, the Masters golf tournament, the headquarters of the Professional Disc Gold Association and a top-ranked course, the Forks Area Trail System for hiking and mountain biking, excellent school systems, kayaking and fishing on the Savannah River, a thriving equestrian community with steeplechase and polo events, and low costs of living. The metropolitan area includes Evans, which was named the best place in America to live, and Aiken, SC.