What are the responsibilities and job description for the Neurologist - General Neurology position at UT Southwestern Medical Center?
UT Southwestern is the No.1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth and ranks among the top 50 hospitals nationally in 12 specialities ranging from brain to heart to cancer care - the most of any hospital in Texas, according to U.S. News & World Report's annual Best Hospitals rankings in the 2026 report, nine of our specialties ranked in the top 25 in the nation.
The Department of Neurology at UT Southwestern Medical Center stands as a leader in patient care, research, and physician education. Comprising of 12 specialized sections, our department is nationally recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top 10 hospitals for neurology and neurosurgery. We are also proud to be ranked among the top three academic medical centers in the 16-state Southeast and Southwest.
The Department of Neurology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center is seeking an academic general neurologist. Applicants can expect an opportunity for a well-balanced career in General Neurology.
The ideal candidate will thrive in a high-volume inpatient and outpatient general neurology practice while contributing to resident and fellow education in one of the nation's top academic health systems.
Position Highlights:
- Provide outpatient general neurology care at Aston and Parkland General Neurology Clinics
- Provide inpatient general neurology care at Clements University Hospital and Parkland Hospital
- Teach and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows in an academic setting
- Participate in the growth of the Peter O'Donnell Jr. Brain Institute, a rapidly expanding enterprise supporting cilnical, research, education, and community outreach efforts
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary with incentive opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement, and CME allowance
- Relocation assistance available
Qualification
- MD or DO degree from an accredited institution
- Board-Certified/Board-Eligible in Adult Neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
- Eligible for medical licensure in the State of Texas
- Strong commitment to clinical excellence, education, and multidisciplinary collaboration
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.
To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/
Benefits
- UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare – no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
- Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
Salary : $1,000 - $1,000,000