Neurologist - Outpatient

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Job Summary

Saint Francis Healthcare System is seeking an Outpatient Neurologist to join Cape Neurologist Specialists in picturesque Cape Girardeau, Missouri.

Job Details and Requirements

Cape Neurology Specialists offers a full spectrum of neurological services, including inpatient and outpatient care. Some conditions treated include:

• Acute and chronic pain
• Alzheimer’s disease
• Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
• Headaches
• Multiple sclerosis
• Neuromuscular disease
• Parkinson’s disease

Seizures

In addition to our Neurosciences Institute Epilepsy Center, patients have access to specialized care through our ALS clinic, a Certified Level 3 Epilepsy Center, and Spasticity Clinic. Saint Francis Healthcare System is also a Certified Stroke Center.

Join the Saint Francis family where we are better together and where people come first!

Benefits

• Base Salary plus Productivity (with RVU compensation model after that)
• Student Loan Repayment Available!
• Signing Bonus or a Monthly Stipend option for Residents
• Relocation Allowance
• Paid Malpractice

Certification & Licensures

• Medical license in the State Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Must also maintain a Controlled Substance license for the State of Missouri and Federal DEA.
• Must have successfully completed, an accredited residency program.
• Must maintain active medical privileges and medical memberships.
• Must be Board Certified within 2 years of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Join a Neurology group consisting of 5 physicians (2 are Neuro-Hospitalists), and 3 APPs
• Hospital has a Neurology floor and Neuro PIN unit
• EMG/NCS, EEG, autonomic testing, and vestibular testing available
• Ability to perform EMG/NCS is required.
• Work schedule: M-F, 8:00am – 4:30pm

New patients: 30-minute appointment. Established patients: 15-minute appointment.

• Average number of patients a day: 18 – 22
• EMR: Epic

Cape Girardeau and Surrounding Metropolitan Area

When it comes to selecting a location to live and work, the medically sophisticated environment of Saint Francis Healthcare System is only part of the equation. Our region features the family values you would expect with its Midwestern roots and a community enhanced with sophistication by cultural benefits typically found in larger cities.

Situated between St. Louis and Memphis along the mighty Mississippi River, Cape Girardeau is family-friendly and offers a wide-range of activities, including an expansive park system, as well as State and National Parks. Cape Girardeau Regional Airport offers direct flights to St. Louis, Chicago, and Nashville, providing easy, stress-free travel at an affordable rate!

Students come from all over the United States and from more than 40 countries around the world to attend Southeast Missouri State University with its Division 1 NCAA Athletics and flourishing performing arts center. Cape Girardeau is also home to one of the top-ranked golf clubs in all of Missouri - Dalhousie Golf Club is a private residential course designed by Jack Nicklaus.

Additional Information

Why Work at Saint Francis?

Saint Francis Healthcare System began in 1875 when three courageous Franciscan Sisters answered a call to care for those in need. What started as a 12‑bed hospital has grown into the region’s leading healthcare system—recognized nationally for exceptional quality, safety, and patient experience.

Today, Saint Francis serves more than 715,000 people across five states. With a 306‑bed Medical Center, nearly 3,000 team members, and over 300 providers, Saint Francis is not only the largest healthcare system between St. Louis and Memphis—it’s a powerful economic anchor for the communities it serves.

You’ll find more than 50 specialties, the region’s only Level III Emergency and Trauma Center, and southeast Missouri’s first Level III NICU. The system’s employed physician group, Saint Francis Medical Partners, supports more than 40 outreach clinics and 70% of the area’s primary care providers.

A Mission That Matters

At Saint Francis, you’re not just doing a job - you’re part of a Catholic healing ministry rooted in compassion, dignity, and service. Every action is inspired by a commitment to honor human life and care for every person who walks through the doors.

Mission

To provide a ministry of healing, wellness, quality, and love inspired by our faith in Jesus Christ.

Vision

• To be a leading Catholic healthcare system that celebrates and protects the gift of life by providing exceptional patient outcomes in quality, safety, access and value.
• Values You Can Feel Every Day
• Integrity: Doing what’s right, even when no one is watching
• Stewardship: Managing resources wisely for the future
• Faith: Believing in a purpose greater than ourselves
• Hope: Lifting up those who feel discouraged
• Joy: Serving others with a grateful, happy heart
• Compassion: Seeing others through Christ's eyes
• Excellence: Always striving to be the best
• Dignity: Respecting human life from beginning to end
• If You’re Looking to Make a True Impact…

Saint Francis offers a workplace where your work has purpose, your team feels like family, and your contributions support a mission that has been changing lives for more than 150 years.

Total Rewards

Our most important asset is our colleagues. That's why Saint Francis Healthcare System offers a comprehensive benefits program to meet all your needs. Colleagues working at least 24 hours per week will have access to our Total Rewards package as outlined below.

Comprehensive and affordable health coverage including medical, prescription, dental and vision - available on the first of the month after hire date

Saint Francis Medical Services Discount

Earned Time Off (ETO) based on relevant years of work history. ETO combines vacation, sick, holidays, and personal days into one balance to allow for flexibility

Retirement Benefits Including SFHS Immediate Matching

• Education Assistance benefits up to $5,000 per calendar year for one year of service after graduation
• Other benefits including: Benefit Support through Health Advocate, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Earned Wage Access
• To learn more about our Total Rewards package and eligibility, visit sfmc.net.

Saint Francis Healthcare System provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetics.

In addition to federal law requirements, Saint Francis Healthcare System complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) should you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a currently open position with Saint Francis Healthcare System, please call 573-331-5152 or email us at careers@sfmc.net.