Neurology Physician

Neurologist | UNC Health Blue Ridge

Build a Thriving Practice. No Night Call. Find Your Balance in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Blue Ridge Neurology | Morganton, North Carolina

You shouldn't have to choose between a rewarding neurology career and a life outside of medicine.

Blue Ridge Neurology at UNC Health Blue Ridge is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Neurologist to join our growing team in Morganton, North Carolina.

This opportunity offers something increasingly valuable in medicine: meaningful work with a lifestyle you can actually enjoy.

With no night call, a strong referral network spanning three counties, a reasonable patient caseload, and a clinic located directly on the hospital campus, you'll have the opportunity to build a rewarding neurology practice while providing much-needed specialty care close to home.

And when your workday ends, the Blue Ridge Mountains are waiting.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• No night call

• Monday–Thursday: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

• Friday: 8:00 AM–12:00 PM

• Mix of outpatient neurology and inpatient consultative care

• Reasonable patient caseload designed to support quality patient care

• Strong referral base from 13+ Family Medicine practices across three counties

• Neurology clinic located on the main hospital campus for convenient coordination of care

• Hospital-employed position through Blue Ridge Medical Group

• Collaborative environment where your expertise can have a visible impact on patients and families throughout Western North Carolina

Practice Neurology Where You're Truly Needed

For patients with neurologic conditions, having access to specialty care close to home can make an enormous difference.

At UNC Health Blue Ridge, you'll have an opportunity to provide that care while building lasting relationships with patients, families, primary care physicians, and other specialists across the region.

Our combination of inpatient and outpatient care provides variety while allowing you to become an integral part of the continuum of care for your patients.

Whether you're an experienced neurologist looking for a better quality of life or completing training and searching for the right place to begin your career, there is room to build something meaningful here.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a neurologist who values clinical excellence, collaboration, and patient-centered care.

Qualifications include:

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurology

• Excellent clinical and diagnostic skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Collaborative, team-oriented approach to patient care

• Commitment to providing compassionate neurological care

Two to five years of experience is preferred, but new graduates are encouraged to apply.

Compensation & Benefits

Your career should support the life you want to build.

UNC Health Blue Ridge offers a comprehensive package designed to support physicians personally, professionally, and financially, including:

• Competitive compensation

• Relocation assistance

• Full professional liability coverage

• Short- and long-term disability insurance

• 403(b) retirement and savings plan

• Comprehensive employee benefits

Your Career Should Fit Your Life

One of the best parts of practicing in Morganton is what happens after you leave the office.

Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Morganton offers the welcoming feel of a close-knit community surrounded by some of North Carolina's best outdoor recreation.

Your weekends can look a little different here:

• 🚤 Lake James State Park for boating, swimming, fishing, camping, and mountain biking

• 🥾 Pisgah National Forest for hiking, waterfalls, and endless outdoor exploration

• 🌄 Linville Gorge, known as the “Grand Canyon of the East”

• 🌲 South Mountains State Park for waterfalls, mountain streams, and miles of trails

• 🚲 Hiking, cycling, mountain biking, camping, and year-round outdoor recreation

• 🎵 Local arts, music, festivals, and community events

• 🍷 Wineries, breweries, locally owned restaurants, shopping, and a charming downtown

Practice Meaningful Medicine. Skip the Night Call. Love Where You Live.

Come discover what your career and your life could look like at UNC Health Blue Ridge.

Chloe' Pilgrim Director of Physician Recruitment UNC Health Blue Ridge

No recruitment firms or placement agencies, please.