Staff Neurologist - Jackson Mississippi
Opportunity Criteria
Staff Neurologist | Weekday Schedule | VA Medical Center I Jackson Mississippi
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
G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center - Jackson, Mississippi
G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center
The G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, located in Jackson, Mississippi, is a major tertiary-care facility within the VA Jackson Health Care System, dedicated to serving America’s Veterans across much of Mississippi. The medical center operates 24/7 and functions as a comprehensive referral hospital providing primary, secondary, and tertiary care.
With approximately 163 operational beds and a 120-bed Community Living Center (nursing home), the medical center supports acute care, long-term care, and rehabilitation needs. It serves a veteran population exceeding 125,000 across Mississippi, with tens of thousands of unique patients treated annually.
Beyond direct patient care, the G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center plays a critical administrative and leadership role within the region, providing support to VISN 16, the Veterans Benefits Administration Regional Office, the Veterans Outreach Center, and other VA programs. It also anchors a network of Community-Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs) and partnerships that expand access to care throughout the state.
Facility & Address
G.V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center
- 1500 East Woodrow Wilson Avenue Jackson MS 39216
Contact Information
- Email:Click to email
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