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Neurology | Physician

GHR HealthcareJonesboro, GATravel
Agency
GHR Healthcare
Location
Jonesboro, GA
Job type
Travel
Profession
Physician
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Oct 7, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$177
Weekly
$7,075
Yearly (full-time)
$367,900
Start date
November 9, 2026

This job pays about $177/hour — 38% above the median for Physician jobs in Georgia ($128/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.

Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 40 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

Physician jobs in Georgia right now

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  • Pay in these listings: $144 – $177/hour, median $164/hour.
  • Typical Physician pay in Georgia: $128/hour ($266,885/year, BLS).
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Job description

Locum Tenens Neurologist (Neurology Physician) – Outpatient Neurology in Jonesboro, Georgia

Join an on-site outpatient neurology practice in Jonesboro, Georgia, for a locum tenens physician opportunity beginning November 9, 2026. This general neurology role offers a consistent Monday-Friday clinic schedule, comprehensive patient care, and the opportunity to use or further develop EMG expertise near the greater Atlanta area.

Locum Tenens Neurology Job Details

  • Specialty: General Neurology
  • Practice Setting: On-site outpatient neurology clinic
  • Location: Jonesboro, Georgia, with convenient access to Atlanta
  • Start Date: November 9, 2026
  • End Date: February 26, 2027
  • Contract Duration: Approximately 16 weeks
  • Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $6,480-$7,670
  • Expected Clinic Pace: Approximately two 40-minute patient visits per hour
  • Credentialing: Estimated timeframe of approximately 21 days

Neurologist Job Requirements

  • Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree
  • At least 1 year of clinical experience practicing neurology
  • Board certification or eligibility in Neurology, consistent with credentialing requirements
  • Active, unrestricted physician license appropriate for practice in Georgia
  • Current ABLS, ACLS, and BLS certifications
  • Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic reasoning, and patient communication skills
  • EMG experience is welcomed and may be considered an advantage

Outpatient Neurology Physician Responsibilities

  • Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with a broad range of neurologic conditions
  • Provide comprehensive outpatient neurology consultations and follow-up care
  • Perform or interpret appropriate diagnostic studies and develop evidence-based treatment plans
  • Use experience with EMG, nerve conduction studies, EEG, lumbar puncture, and other neurologic procedures when clinically indicated
  • Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatment options, medications, and ongoing care
  • Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to support coordinated, high-quality patient care
  • Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation and meet applicable practice standards

Apply now to join this outpatient locum tenens neurology practice in Jonesboro, Georgia, near Atlanta.

Benefits

GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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