Physician - Epilepsy Neurologist

NeurologyIncludes callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$318K - $604.8K

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Posted 6mo ago

Job Description

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology.

Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care.

Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region. Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization.

As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates. The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position.

Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e. g., part-time).

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40 Position Overview Pay Range: $318,000.00-$604,819.00 Capital Health Neurosciences is seeking a Neurologist with Epilepsy specialization who will be responsible for examining and treating patients who experience disorders, illnesses and injuries that affect the nerves, spinal cord and brain.

Their duties include conducting physical examinations, collecting spinal fluid or other samples and running neurological tests to identify problems.

Opportunity Details: Provide comprehensive care for patients with epilepsy and seizure disorders Interpret EEGs, including routine, ambulatory, and long-term video EEG monitoring Participate in and help lead the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) Collaborate with neurosurgeons, radiologists, and other specialists in surgical epilepsy evaluations Prescribe and manage anti-epileptic medications Participate in multidisciplinary case reviews and clinical research (if applicable) Educate medical students, residents, and fellows (if academic center) Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of patient care Qualifications: MD/DO Degree NJ & PA licenses BC/BE in Neurology ACGNE Accredited fellowship in Epilepsy 3+ years of specialty training from an accredited neurology residency program This position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical Plan Prescription drug coverage & In-House Employee Pharmacy Dental Plan Vision Plan Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - Healthcare FSA - Dependent Care FSA Retirement Savings and Investment Plan Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Supplemental Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Disability Benefits – Long Term Disability (LTD) Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD) Employee Assistance Program Commuter Transit Commuter Parking Supplemental Life Insurance - Voluntary Life Spouse - Voluntary Life Employee - Voluntary Life Child Voluntary Legal Services Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance Voluntary Identity Theft Insurance Voluntary Pet Insurance Continuing Medical Education (CME) Paid Time-Off Program The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.

When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level.

The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare.

Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria. Welcome to Capital Health's new career opportunity page. Here you will have access to view and apply to career opportunities in our hospital and physician practice locations.

Equal Opportunity Employer Notice Capital Health Benefits

Key Responsibilities

The Neurologist with Epilepsy specialization will be responsible for examining and treating patients suffering from disorders, illnesses, and injuries affecting the nerves, spinal cord, and brain. Duties include conducting physical examinations, collecting samples, running neurological tests, interpreting EEGs, and participating in the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU).

Requirements

Candidates must possess an MD/DO degree, hold NJ & PA licenses, and be Board Certified/Board Eligible (BC/BE) in Neurology. A mandatory requirement is completing an ACGNE Accredited fellowship in Epilepsy following 3+ years of specialty training from an accredited neurology residency program.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Patient ExaminationNeurological TestingEEG InterpretationEMU LeadershipSurgical Epilepsy Evaluation CollaborationAnti-Epileptic Medication Management

Neurology — Physician Career Context

Of the 50 active Neurology listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 56% have no call, 46% require no weekends.

Neurology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$461k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $424k in an average-cost state. 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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CME allowance
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About Capital Health (US)

Hospitals and Health Care
Trenton, New Jersey
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical Plan
Prescription drug coverage
In-House Employee Pharmacy
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Retirement Savings and Investment Plan
Basic Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance