Lead Neurologist - Shape the Future of Neurology Care in Mid-Missouri

SSM Health is seeking a dedicated General Neurologist to join our team in Jefferson City, Missouri, and establish our new neurology department. This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated physician to build a comprehensive neurology program from the ground up while serving the healthcare needs of our community.

This is a brand-new position offering unique advantages:

• Be the founding neurologist and sole provider in our new department
• Develop and shape the neurology program according to your vision
• Clinic located on the hospital campus for seamless patient care coordination

Clinical Responsibilities:

As our General Neurologist, you will:

• Diagnose, treat, and manage a full spectrum of neurological conditions including:

• Headaches and migraines
• Sleep disorders
• Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
• Epilepsy and seizure disorders
• Stroke and cerebrovascular conditions
• Movement disorders

• Neuropathies and other neurological conditions

• Order and interpret diagnostic tests including:

• Electromyography (EMG)
• Electroencephalography (EEG)
• CT scans
• MRI imaging

• Other specialized neurological assessments

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including physical therapists, occupational therapists, and other specialists to provide comprehensive, coordinated patient care
• Provide consultation services to emergency department and hospitalized patients

Community Impact:

Currently, patients in the Jefferson City area must travel to Columbia, Missouri, for specialized neurological care. By joining our team, you will:

• Eliminate travel barriers for local patients
• Provide accessible, high-quality neurological care close to home
• Build lasting relationships within the community
• Make a meaningful difference in patient's lives

We welcome:

• Experienced neurologists looking for a new opportunity
• Recent neurology residents ready to start their career
• Fellows completing subspecialty training

Required Qualifications:

• MD or DO degree
• Completion of neurology residency training
• Board certification or board eligibility in Neurology
• Valid Missouri medical license (or ability to obtain)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement planning with employer matching
• CME allowance and professional development support
• Malpractice insurance coverage
• Opportunity to build and lead a new department
• Collaborative, supportive work environment
• Hospital campus location for integrated care delivery

Community Description:

In the heart of Missouri lies the capital city, two huge lakes and the largest university in the state. Smaller cities like Jefferson City, our capital, and Columbia, home of the University of Missouri, offer vibrant communities buzzing with activity, yet free of the hustle and bustle of larger metropolitan areas. Here you'll find clever cuisine, fun events, picturesque parks and historical sites within friendly communities. Or, if you want to get away from it all and experience the wonders of nature, the Lake of the Ozarks offers 1,150 miles of shoreline, making it the destination for lake activity in Missouri.

About SSM Health

Thoughtful. Insightful. Purposeful. There is something wholly unique and special about practicing medicine at SSM Health. Being here, you’ll experience a remarkable feeling of purpose, fulfillment, and connectedness. It’s all-encompassing and inspiring, and it’s what defines and drives our teams every day. We call it the healing power of presence and it touches, enhances, and advances all aspects of the care we give and the careers we offer. For the clinicians at SSM Health, being here means being part of a heartful heritage of healing. It’s an opportunity to further a caring legacy while advancing medicine with an esteemed organization that encourages collaboration, empowers innovation, supports growth, and seeks to elevate care for everyone we serve. Together – We Care.Devoted care everywhereSSM Health’s healing legacy originated in St. Louis, Missouri over 150 years ago where five nuns, known as the Sisters of St. Mary’s, were called to aid and heal in God’s name. Since those humble beginnings, SSM Health has grown to become one of the largest Catholic not-for-profit integrated health systems serving the Midwest. Today, our healing ministry includes over 13,900 providers and approximately 40,000 team members, all working together with a shared Mission to deliver exceptional health care services that reveal the healing presence of God across Missouri, Oklahoma, Illinois, and Wisconsin. With 23 hospitals, 12 post-acute care centers, and over 650 physician offices and specialty care clinics spread across four states, SSM Health offers a world of opportunities where clinicians can do a world of good. Whether you’re seeking to heal, teach, learn, lead, connect, or discover, there’s a place within SSM Health for you to thrive. No matter where you work within SSM Health, you can expect to be cared for personally and rewarded professionally with:• A very comprehensive and competitive total compensation and benefits package.• Extensive support and resources to support continued personal and professional growth.• Strategic organizational investments in practice infrastructure and technologies to enhance our practice efficiency and increase clinician satisfaction.• Generous paid time off and paid family leave so our team members can achieve work-life balance.