Outpatient Neurologist (MD/DO) - South Dakota

Company: Commonwealth Medical Services
Location: Rapid City
Posted on: February 13, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Outpatient Neurologist (MD/DO) Position Summary The Outpatient Neurologist provides comprehensive neurologic care to patients in an ambulatory setting. This role focuses on the evaluation, diagnosis, and longitudinal management of acute and chronic neurologic disorders, emphasizing continuity of care, evidence-based treatment, and patient-centered outcomes with limited or no inpatient responsibilities. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provide outpatient neurologic consultations and longitudinal follow-up care Evaluate and manage patients with neurologic conditions including headache disorders, epilepsy, stroke follow-up, movement disorders, neuromuscular disease, cognitive disorders, and neuropathy Perform comprehensive neurologic histories and examinations Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans Interpret and manage diagnostic studies such as EEG, EMG/NCS, neuroimaging, and laboratory testing as applicable Perform office-based procedures consistent with training and privileges Collaborate with primary care providers and neurology subspecialists for coordinated care Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and disease management Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and outcomes initiatives Supervise and educate residents, fellows, advanced practice providers, or clinical staff as applicable Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards Qualifications Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school Completion of an accredited Neurology residency program Board-eligible or board-certified in Neurology Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure DEA registration or eligibility Skills and Competencies Broad expertise in outpatient neurologic disease management Strong diagnostic reasoning and clinical decision-making skills Excellent communication and patient counseling abilities Ability to manage chronic and complex neurologic conditions longitudinally Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care Work Environment Outpatient neurology clinics with minimal or no inpatient responsibilities Schedule typically includes weekday clinic hours with limited call depending on practice model Physical Requirements Ability to sit, stand, and move throughout clinic environments Manual dexterity for neurologic examinations and office-based procedures Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for patient assessment and diagnostic interpretation

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