Active Neurologist

U.S. Army Neurologists are adept at managing a diverse spectrum of patient cases. If you are a professional in the neurology field and want to combine your expertise and experience with a desire to serve our nation’s heroes, a career as an Army Neurologist might be the one for you. Outstanding Opportunities An Army neurologist is a medical officer in the U.S. Army who specializes in diagnosing, treating, and managing neurological disorders in Soldiers and other military personnel. Your performance will include a specific focus on the unique health challenges that military members may face due to the nature of their work, training, and combat experiences. As an Army medical officer, you may work in the clinical Neurophysiology laboratory and interpret studies, train other personnel and medical school faculty, and brief cases involving complex neurological conditions. You will have opportunities for continued education programs that will prepare you for your role as a military officer and healthcare professional. You may also participate in seminars and conferences with other Neurologists to learn about advancements in technology and treatments, and brainstorm ideas for the betterment of your patients and the Army as a whole. If you choose to join in the Army Reserve, you will be able to serve your country as needed while still supporting your community. Regardless of how you serve, a career as an Army Neurologist allows you to be all that you can be. Outstanding Benefits When you join the Army Medical Corps, you’ll be making a difference in the lives of our Soldiers and the country at large while gaining access to invaluable opportunities, like supporting humanitarian missions, leadership training and a competitive benefit package. Benefits may include: ★ Repayment of qualified education loans to lending institution, paid annually over a maximum of three years while serving ★ Based on your field of concentration, you may be eligible for an accession bonus, paid over a four-year period while serving. You may also be eligible for special pay as a physician ★ For Army Reserve, a monthly stipend through the Specialized Training Assistance Program (STRAP) for physicians currently enrolled in an accredited residency program ★ Travel opportunities, both within the United States and internationally ★ Up to 30 days of paid vacation earned annually ★ Enrollment into the Uniformed Services Blended Retirement System ★ No- to low-cost medical and dental care for you and your family ★ Commissary and post exchange shopping privileges ★ Possible specialized training assistance and monthly stipend while enrolled in an accredited residency program Eligibility Requirements ★ Must be a Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathy degree from an accredited U.S. school of medicine or osteopathy ★ Foreign graduates may apply if they have a permanent certificate from the Educational Council of Foreign Medical Graduates ★ Must have a current license to practice medicine in the United States, District of Columbia or Puerto Rico ★ Must be eligible for board certification ★ Must have completed at least one year of an approved Graduate Medical Education (GME) internship ★ Must have completed a training program in neurology ★ Must be a U.S. citizen to serve on Active Duty ★ Must have a permanent U.S. residency for Army Reserve Have questions or want more information? To find out more information about becoming a Neurologist in the U.S. Army, visit www.goarmy.com/amedd . You may also reach out to your local Army Healthcare Recruiter to learn how you can get started on your journey as an Army Neurologist.