Medical Director - Neurology

Medical Director – NeurologyCentra Medical Group | Lynchburg, VirginiaLead the Next Chapter of NeurologyCentra Medical Group is seeking a Board-Certified Neurologist to serve as Medical Director of Neurology within Centra's growing Brain & Spine service line.This is an opportunity for an accomplished neurologist to combine a meaningful clinical practice with physician leadership and program development. The Medical Director will lead inpatient and outpatient Neurology while partnering with medical and administrative leaders to advance quality, access, patient outcomes, physician and APP engagement, and growth.The foundation is already in place. Centra has invested in a multidisciplinary Brain & Spine platform and opened a new specialty medical office building in December, bringing Brain & Spine programs together with other surgical specialties. The Medical Director will help build on this investment by strengthening collaboration, expanding access, developing programs, and shaping the future of Neurology.The Brain & Spine TeamCentra's multidisciplinary Brain & Spine team includes:· 4 full-time Neurologists | 7 Neurology APPs· 4 Neurosurgeons | 5 Neurosurgery APPs· 2 Neuroendovascular physicians· 2 Pain Management physicians | 1 Pain Management APP· 1 Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation physicianTogether, the team provides comprehensive care including stroke and neurovascular services, epilepsy monitoring, neurodiagnostics, neuromuscular disorders, complex spine care, pain management, and rehabilitation.The Medical Director will lead Neurology while partnering across Brain & Spine to strengthen multidisciplinary care and the patient experience.The OpportunityThe Medical Director will:· Provide clinical leadership and strategic direction for Neurology across the region· Advance quality, outcomes, access, and patient experience· Partner with leadership on growth, recruitment, retention, and workforce planning· Support the development and engagement of neurologists and APPs· Strengthen integration between inpatient and outpatient Neurology· Collaborate with Neurosurgery, Neuroendovascular, Rehabilitation, Pain Management, primary care, and other specialties· Identify opportunities to expand Neurology programs and services· Promote evidence-based practice and continuous improvement· Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and physician engagementSchedule: 80% clinical / 20% administrativeWhy Centra?Centra has made a significant investment in Brain & Spine care, including the new specialty MOB opened in December. The facility provides a modern platform for multidisciplinary collaboration, improved access, and continued growth.This is an opportunity to join an established physician and APP team and help lead Neurology through its next phase of growth and development.Prior formal leadership experience is preferred but not required. We are looking for a respected clinician and collaborative leader who is excited about developing teams, improving care, and shaping the future of Neurology.What We Offer$50,000 sign-on bonusUp to $120,000 student loan repaymentUp to $15,000 relocation assistance$7,500 CME allowance + 5 CME days, in addition to time off224 hours ATO403(b) and 457(b) tax-deferred savings plans with immediate vested employer contribution/match at 3%Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and supplemental insuranceShort- and long-term disability coverageMalpractice coverage with tailExperienced APP supportHospital-employed positionPractice in Lynchburg, VirginiaLynchburg, Virginia, with a population of approximately 85,000, offers an attractive combination of affordability, community, and outdoor recreation.Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Lynchburg provides easy access to hiking, biking, boating, fishing, camping, and the Appalachian Trail. Nearby Smith Mountain Lake offers year-round recreation, while the city features arts, museums, festivals, restaurants, orchards, and minor league baseball.The community offers diverse housing options and a relatively low cost of living, with convenient access to the Amtrak station and Lynchburg Regional Airport.About Centra Medical GroupCentra Medical Group (CMG) is the employed physician network of Centra Health, with nearly 600 providers across approximately 70 outpatient and specialty practices.Centra Health serves approximately 600,000 community members across Central and Southern Virginia through hospitals and care sites in Lynchburg, Farmville, and Bedford, as well as surrounding communities.CMG includes primary care physicians, specialists, surgeons, and APPs across a broad range of specialties. Centra is also home to the Lynchburg Family Medicine Residency Program, supporting physician education and clinical learning.QualificationsBoard-Certified NeurologistGeneral Neurology preferred; candidates with expertise in Movement Disorders, Headache, or Vascular Neurology are encouraged to applyMD or DO with completion of an accredited Neurology residency and applicable fellowship trainingABMS board certification or certification in processStrong clinical judgment and commitment to patient-centered careDemonstrated interest in physician leadership, program development, and multidisciplinary collaborationStrong communication and relationship-building skillsJoin UsIf you are a neurologist looking for an opportunity to practice excellent medicine while leading the continued growth of Neurology within an integrated Brain & Spine service line, we invite you to explore this opportunity at Centra.