Neurologist
Listed compensation
$294k-$367k
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Job Description
Grow Healthy
If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference.
We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone.
Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day.
Job Overview
The Neurologist provides comprehensive specialty care for patients with disorders of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, and muscles.
The role evaluates, diagnoses, treats, and manages a broad range of neurological conditions, including stroke, epilepsy, migraine, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, neuropathy, dementia, and other related disorders.
The Neurologist collaborates with primary care, specialty, and interdisciplinary teams to promote timely access, coordinated care, continuity, and high-quality patient outcomes.
Minimum Requirements
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution.
- Successful completion of an accredited residency program in Neurology.
- Valid, unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of California.
- Board certification in Neurology required or board eligibility with the expectation of obtaining board certification within 18 months of employment.
- Current DEA registration and controlled substance certification, as required for the position.
Education, training, and experience sufficient to meet AltaMed’s malpractice insurance underwriting requirements.
A minimum requirement of a valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.
- Previous experience with computer-based systems required; Electronic Medical Records experience preferred.
- Bilingual proficiency in English/Spanish/Mandarin/Cantonese may be preferred based on location.
Compensation
$293,546.24 - $366,932.80 annually
Compensation Disclaimer
Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.
- Benefits & Career Development
- Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
- 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Commuter Flexible Spending
- Career Advancement & Development opportunities
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- Paid CME Days
- Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Corporate Employee Discounts
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Pet Care Insurance
Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement
AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers.
You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you.
After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
Key Responsibilities
The Neurologist provides comprehensive specialty care by evaluating, diagnosing, and treating a broad range of neurological conditions. They collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care and high-quality patient outcomes.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an MD or DO degree and have completed an accredited residency program in Neurology. A valid California medical license, board certification or eligibility, and current BLS certification are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Neurologist at Alta Med a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Neurology — ranked against 491 active Neurology listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
Neurology — Physician Career Context
Of the 42 active Neurology listings this role was benchmarked against, 14% are remote, 62% have no call, 36% require no weekends.
Neurology pay on WeekdayDoc is down 9.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.4 / 10 · above average in neurology | ranked against 491 Neurology listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $294k–$367k | Neurology median $370k (middle half $341k–$402k)35 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$298k in purchasing power | California index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Neurology listings in California | 65 active | 496 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 14% remote · 62% no call · 36% no weekends42 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | California physician listings (all specialties): 31% state a sign-on bonus (median $100k) · 28% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| Neurology hiring demand | #14 of 28 specialties | postings stay open a median 48 daysWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 144 postings, 138 closed |
| New Neurology listings | 182 in the last 30 days | 161 the 30 days before (+13%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Neurology pay trend | −9.3% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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