Neurologist Kentucky

Neurology 8.7 Work-LifeFull-Time

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Job Description

Neurologist MD/DO

We are seeking Board-Certified/Board-Eligible General Neurologist in the Lexington, Kentucky area, offering an exciting position within a well-established, multi-specialty practice poised for growth. Here’s a summary of the role:

Position Overview

As a General Neurologist, you’ll join a busy practice that includes three board-certified neurologists. The practice treats a wide range of adult neurological conditions in an outpatient-only setting, providing the chance to focus on patient care without hospital responsibilities. This role offers a flexible schedule and autonomy within a collaborative environment.

Advantages of Joining the Team

  • Large Internal Referral Base: Benefit from a strong network of patient referrals.
  • Outpatient-Only Setting: No hospital or inpatient responsibilities, promoting a balanced work-life schedule.
  • Professional Autonomy: Manage your practice independently while working within a supportive team.
  • Flexible Schedule: Create a schedule that works for you and your patients.
  • Collaborative Environment: Join an experienced, multi-specialty network of dedicated peers.

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive Compensation: Significant earning potential, plus a $150,000 signing/retention bonus.

Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes health and dental coverage, 401(k), independent and dependent life insurance, short- and long-term disability, long-term care, paid vacation, CME time with a stipend, and a flexible spending account.

This position is ideal for a general neurologist who values outpatient care, professional autonomy, and the support of a reputable, multi-specialty group with a collaborative culture and opportunities for growth.

Key Responsibilities

As a General Neurologist, you will join a busy practice treating a wide range of adult neurological conditions in an outpatient-only setting. This role offers professional autonomy within a collaborative environment and a flexible schedule.

Requirements

Seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible General Neurologist (MD/DO) for an outpatient-only practice in Lexington, Kentucky. The ideal candidate values patient care, professional autonomy, and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

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

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

NeurologyGeneral Neurology

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Neurologist Kentucky at Commonwealth Medical Services a 8.7 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Neurology — ranked against 473 active Neurology listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include flexible scheduling.

Neurology — Physician Career Context

Of the 50 active Physician listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 60% have no call, 42% require no weekends.

Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Kentucky is 90.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.6% of Kentucky clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Salary Distribution18 jobs · 10 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks16 jobs · 10 employers

401k / retirement match
81% this job
CME allowance
56% this job
Sign-on bonus
50% this job
Loan repayment
19%
Relocation assistance
19%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 8.7
Among the best 10% of Neurology listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 473 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Lexington

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$314k
Typical market rent
$1,553/mo
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.9
State income tax
Up to 4.5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026).

BEA 2024 · Lexington-Fayette, KY metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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Benefits & Perks

$150,000 Signing/Retention Bonus
Health and Dental Coverage
401(k)
Life Insurance
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Long-Term Care
Paid Vacation
CME Time with Stipend