Neurologist needed at established Inpatient practice in MS; No Night Call

Forrest Health System is seeking to add a board-certified/board-eligible Neurologist to its Neurological Care Team. This role would include inpatient neurology services within the Forrest Health System and aid the current rapidly expanding inpatient Neurology practice.

Position Details:

• Schedule of 7 days on / 7 days off
• Typical work day of 7am - 5pm
• Participates in daytime call for inpatient, ICU, and ER consults during 7 days on shift
• TeleStroke utilized from 5pm - 7am and for additional coverage as needed
• No call responsibilities after hours or during off-days
• Epic EMR that is fully integrated with local hospital and clinic systems
• Assisted daily by an APP team member

What We Offer:

• $475k Base Salary with an annual wRVU incentive structure
• $30k Recruitment Bonus
• Training stipends available
• Up to $15k reimbursement for moving expenses
• Up to $5,000 annually for CME, licensure, DEA registration, and professional membership dues
• 2 weeks of vacation annually
• Employee benefits including sick leave, hospital-funded short term disability, retirement, and elective insurance plans to include group term life / AD&D, long term disability, dental, vision, and medical

Neurologist Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Support of inpatient neurology consultation services within Forrest General Hospital and the Forrest Health System.
• Participates in “on-call” day time shift schedule in a responsive and timely manner. Responds to consults as quickly as possible and within hospital bylaws.
• Conduct thorough neurological exams and assessments and diagnose and treat a variety of neurological conditions and disorders as part of comprehensive patient care.
• Analyze complex patient medical histories and communicate with patient’s inpatient attending physician and/or primary care physician to coordinate care.
• Order as appropriate and interpret laboratory, imaging and other diagnostic tests.
• Partner alongside colleagues and other members of the care team with a focus on practicing evidence-based medicine and teamwork to bring the highest quality in patient care. We are committed to delivering the highest level of care to our diverse patient community while fostering professional growth and development among our team members.
• Determine a diagnosis and develop/implement a personalized care plan for each patient.
• Provide preventative care and health education to empower patients and their caregivers for a full patient-centered approach.
• Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals, including but not limited to other neurologists, cardiologists, radiologists, hospitalists, critical care team, palliative care team and emergency services.
• Stay ahead of the curve with ongoing education and training in the latest neurological advancements.
• Complete all EHR documentation and administrative tasks in a timely manner.
• Familiarity with the EPIC EMR preferred 

Forrest General Hospital is a 547-bed acute care hospital located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, serving patients across South Mississippi and the Pine Belt region. Opened in 1952, as a 90-bed facility, Forrest General has grown into the flagship hospital of Forrest Health, providing advanced medical technology and compassionate, patient-centered care close to home.

The hospital offers a wide range of services, including the state’s first American College of Surgeons verified Level II Trauma Center with 24-hour coverage from general surgeons and specialists in orthopaedics, neurosurgery, anesthesiology, emergency medicine, radiology, obstetrics, and critical care. Forrest General is also home to one of Mississippi’s most comprehensive cancer centers with a robust clinical trials program and advanced radiation therapy technology.

Additional services include Women & Children’s Services with The Family Birthplace and a state-of-the-art NICU, The Neuroscience Institute, a designated Advanced Primary Stroke program, cardiac care, imaging and radiology, a skilled nursing unit, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, home care, hospice, and a Family Medicine Residency program that helps train the next generation of physicians.

Nicknamed the Hub City, Hattiesburg, Mississippi, is home to a vibrant culture, diverse economy, low cost of living, and high quality of life.

Hattiesburg's location in the heart of South Mississippi gives residents easy access to the beautiful Gulf Coast beaches and nearby cities of New Orleans, Jackson, and Mobile. With an average of 290 days of sunshine each year, we enjoy outdoor activities year-round.

The University of Southern Mississippi and William Carey University also call Hattiesburg home. These universities have helped build our strong medical community, providing a College of Osteopathic Medicine and schools for pharmacy, physical therapy, nursing, CRNA training, and more.

The universities also contribute to Hattiesburg's unique culture and strong community atmosphere. Weekends here include delicious, locally-owned restaurants, downtown shopping, arts festivals, farmers markets, college sports, and live music. It is truly a family-friendly environment that offers the advantages of a city with the charm of small town life. 

To learn more about Forrest General and the Hattiesburg community, visit www.ForrestHealth.org and www.VisitHBurg.org. 

Since 1952, our purpose has been clear: complete devotion to the care of others. It’s a calling to show up, serve, and nurture in ways that go beyond basic healthcare, strengthening our communities at every moment, milestone, and need. It’s not just a promise, but a way of life: to care in all ways, for all people, always.

The Forrest Health system was established in 2012 through the partnership of community hospitals with a common goal: strengthening the foundation of healthcare in South Mississippi through improved access, quality, and stability. Today, that partnership has grown into one integrated system – Forrest. With 8 hospitals, including the area’s leading Trauma Center, 12 clinics, The Forrest General Cancer Center, Asbury Hospice House, and Pine Grove Behavioral Health & Addiction Services, Forrest provides care to a population of 600,000 across 19 counties, in every stage of life.

Our hospital locations include:

• Forrest General Hospital – Hattiesburg, Mississippi
• Highland Community Hospital – Picayune, Mississippi
• Jefferson Davis Community Hospital & Extended Care Facility – Prentiss, Mississippi
• Marion General Hospital – Columbia, Mississippi
• Pearl River County Hospital & Nursing Home – Poplarville, Mississippi
• Perry County General Hospital – Richton, Mississippi
• Walthall General Hospital – Tylertown, Mississippi
• The Orthopedic Institute – A boutique orthopedic hospital and surgical center in Hattiesburg, Mississippi

We are here to care for people – For their health, families, and futures. As we grow, we need devoted, competent, and compassionate providers to join us in that mission. If you’re looking for a healthcare community that embodies devotion in action, we hope you join us at Forrest!