NeuroSurgery

General Neurosurgeon Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center and Piedmont Physicians are seeking a board-certified or board-eligible General Neurosurgeon to join our premier, collaborative team. This is a high-volume practice drawing from an 18-county referral base in Northeast Georgia. Step into a supportive, patient-centered culture with immediate case volumes and the infrastructure to build your practice from day one. Practice Highlights High Surgical Volume: Currently averaging 400+ cases per surgeon annually. Diverse Case Mix: Degenerative spine, adult deformity, peripheral nerve pathology, cranial and spinal oncology, and trauma. Dedicated Infrastructure: Features a dedicated neuro floor staffed by specialized nurses, physical therapists, and social workers. Advanced Technology: Equipped with 4 (1.5T) MRIs, 6 CTs, Stealth imaging systems, 2 O-arms, and 3 surgical microscopes. OR Efficiency: Operates on a block scheduling system; dedicated block time is guaranteed for the incoming surgeon upon arrival. Balanced Call Schedule: Practice call is covered by Neurosurgical APPs and shared among partners. Trauma call is shared with an external local group (moving to a highly manageable 1:8 rotation). No pediatric or neurovascular call requirements. Institutional & System Support Piedmont Healthcare: Part of Georgias largest healthcare system, offering a massive built-in primary care referral network via the Piedmont Clinic. Hospital Features: A 427-bed facility featuring a recently expanded tower with a new, dedicated ICU space. Trauma Designation: ACS-certified Level II Trauma Center supported by a dedicated trauma surgery service. Specialty Support: 24/7 coverage from 8 subspecialized Neuroradiologists, alongside dedicated Neurohospitalists, hospitalists, and intensivist teams for admissions and consults. Academic & Community Integration Sports Medicine: Opportunity to affiliate with the University of Georgia (UGA) Sports Medicine Department, treating student-athletes and developing management protocols. Faculty Appointments: Access to faculty appointments at the UGA/MCG medical partnership campus for those interested in research or teaching. Compensation & Benefits Piedmont offers a highly competitive and comprehensive rewards package: Financial Incentives: Competitive base salary with guarantee, enhanced sign-on bonus. Training Stipend: Monthly stipend available for up to 18 months for fellowship or residency trainees. Education Support: Student loan assistance program. Time Off & Development: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance. Retirement & Wellness: Comprehensive medical benefits including a strong 401(k) match. Practice Tools: Fully integrated Epic EMR system. Leadership: Opportunities for physician governance. Located just 50 miles from Atlanta, Athens perfectly blends the vibrant culture of a college town with a welcoming, small-town atmosphere. Education: Home to top-tier public school systems regularly recognized as the best in the state. Culture & Music: World-renowned musical heritage (birthplace of R.E.M. and The B-52s) featuring an active downtown arts, food, and music scene. Geography: Perfectly situated for outdoor enthusiastsjust 2 hours from the mountains and a 4-hour drive to the Atlantic coast. Piedmont Offers: Competitive Salary with Guarantee Generous PTO and CME allowance Work-life balance with a manageable call schedule Supportive and collegial work environment with opportunities for professional growth Enhanced Sign-on Bonus Retention Bonus after year 4 Education Loan Assistance Monthly Stipend: For up to 18 months (fellowship) Comprehensive Benefits, to include 401k match Epic EMR Physician Governance opportunities Quality, Service, and Reputation