Medical Director - Neurology

Piedmont Neurosciences is seeking an accomplished physician leader to serve as System Medical Director of Neurology . Based at Piedmont Atlanta, this enterprise-level position will help shape the strategic direction, integration, quality, and growth of neurology services across Piedmont's hospitals and ambulatory locations.

The System Medical Director will provide physician leadership across the full spectrum of neurology, including vascular neurology, epilepsy, movement disorders, multiple sclerosis, neurocritical care, neuro-oncology, peripheral nerve disorders, pain, memory disorders, headache, and behavioral neurology. Candidates from all neurology subspecialties are encouraged to apply. Working in partnership with the System Chief of Neurosciences and hospital, medical group, and service-line leaders, the Medical Director will advance a coordinated and patient-centered neurology enterprise. The role includes an active clinical practice in the physician's area of expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Advance the system-wide neurology recruitment
• Provide physician leadership across multiple hospitals and ambulatory practices
• Strengthen physician alignment, engagement, productivity, and collaboration
• Support the development and growth of neurological programs and services
• Promote consistent standards for quality, clinical excellence, and patient-centered care
• Improve coordination and integration across neurological subspecialties and care settings
• Support the adoption of innovative clinical practices and care-delivery models
• Maintain an active clinical practice in the physician's area of expertise

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree
• Board certification in Neurology
• Licensed or eligible for medical licensure in the State of Georgia
• Progressive physician leadership experience
• Demonstrated leadership within a complex healthcare system with multiple hospitals and clinical locations
• Proven success in clinical program development, strategic planning, and physician engagement
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to lead effectively within a highly matrixed organization
• Strong professional reputation and the ability to engage physicians and organizational leaders

Preferred Experience

• Leadership experience within an established neuroscience or neurology service line
• Experience developing or overseeing clinical education or fellowship programs
• Regional or national involvement in neurology leadership, professional organizations, research, or clinical program development

Piedmont Healthcare is a private, not-for-profit health system and a recognized leader in delivering safe, high-quality, patient-centered care. Across Georgia, Piedmont serves communities representing 85% of the state's population through 27 hospitals, 113 immediate care locations, 1,875 Piedmont Clinic physician practice locations, and more than 3,600 Piedmont Clinic members. With nearly 50,000 caregivers and more than 4.5 million patients served, Piedmont offers physicians the opportunity to practice in a growing, mission-driven organization committed to making a positive difference in every life we touch.