Staff Neurologist | Weekday Schedule | VA Medical Center

Staff Neurologist

G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center – Jackson, MS

Aptive is seeking a full-time Staff Neurologist to provide comprehensive outpatient neurological care to Veterans in a well-supported, mission-driven VA practice.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive neurologic evaluations, examinations, and follow-up visits
• Order and interpret diagnostic testing, including EEG, EMG/NCS, laboratory studies, and imaging
• Manage chronic neurologic conditions such as migraines, seizure disorders, neuropathy, neurovascular disease, and other conditions common among Veterans
• Provide patient counseling and shared decision-making regarding diagnosis, treatment options, and medication management
• Perform neurologic procedures as credentialed (e.g., Botox injections, lumbar puncture, EMG/NCS, EEG interpretation)
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including internal medicine, pain management, behavioral health, and rehabilitation
• Document care accurately using VA electronic health systems (training provided)
• Participate in clinic workflow optimization and quality improvement initiatives

Work Environment & Schedule

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
• Call: Shared call rotation for inpatient consults and urgent procedures (nights/weekends as scheduled)
• Support: Collaborative nursing and administrative staff

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on federal physician pay structure
• Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP): Up to $200,000
• Comprehensive federal benefits, including:
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Federal retirement with matching contributions
• Paid federal holidays and generous annual leave
• CME support and malpractice coverage
• Retention incentives may be available for highly qualified applicants.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited U.S. medical school
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Neurology residency program (required)
• Active, full, and unrestricted medical license in any U.S. state or territory
• Eligibility for federal DEA registration
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Strong communication skills with a patient-centered approach to care

About Aptive Staffing

Phone: 828-226-7510Email: derrick.ellen@aptiveresources.com