Headache Medicine Neurologist (MD/DO) - South Dakota
Commonwealth Medical Services· West - Monument Health
About this role
Headache Medicine Neurologist (MD/DO)
Position Summary
The Headache Medicine Neurologist provides specialized neurologic care focused on the evaluation, diagnosis, and long-term management of primary and secondary headache disorders. This role emphasizes evidence-based treatment, procedural therapies, and multidisciplinary collaboration to improve quality of life for patients with acute and chronic headache conditions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Evaluate and manage patients with headache disorders including migraine, tension-type headache, cluster headache, trigeminal autonomic cephalalgias, and other facial pain syndromes
- Diagnose and manage secondary headache conditions and coordinate appropriate diagnostic evaluation
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans utilizing preventive, abortive, and rescue therapies
- Manage pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic headache treatments
- Perform office-based procedures consistent with training and privileges, such as onabotulinumtoxinA (Botox) injections, peripheral nerve blocks, and trigger point injections
- Interpret relevant diagnostic studies including neuroimaging and laboratory results
- Provide outpatient headache clinic care and inpatient neurology or headache consultation services as needed
- Collaborate with primary care providers, pain management, behavioral health, sleep medicine, physical therapy, and other neurology subspecialties
- Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment strategies, medication use, and lifestyle modification
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and outcomes initiatives
- Supervise and educate residents, fellows, advanced practice providers, or trainees 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
- Fellowship training in Headache Medicine preferred
- Board-eligible or board-certified in Neurology
- Board certification or eligibility in Headache Medicine preferred
- Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure
- DEA registration or eligibility
Skills and Competencies
- Expertise in headache and facial pain diagnosis and management
- Strong clinical judgment and diagnostic reasoning skills
- Proficiency with headache-specific procedures and therapies
- Excellent communication and patient counseling abilities
- Ability to manage chronic and complex neurologic conditions
- Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care
Work Environment
- Outpatient headache clinics and neurology practices with possible inpatient consultation responsibilities
- Schedule typically includes weekday clinic hours with limited call depending on practice model
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit, stand, and move throughout clinical environments
- Manual dexterity for neurologic examinations and office-based procedures
- Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for patient assessment and diagnostic interpretation
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the salary disclosed for the Headache Medicine Neurologist (MD/DO) - South Dakota position at Commonwealth Medical Services?
The salary for this Headache Medicine Neurologist (MD/DO) - South Dakota role at Commonwealth Medical Services is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Headache Medicine Neurologist (MD/DO) - South Dakota position at Commonwealth Medical Services located?
This Headache Medicine Neurologist (MD/DO) - South Dakota role at Commonwealth Medical Services is based in Rapid City, South Dakota, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Headache Medicine Neurologist (MD/DO) - South Dakota role at Commonwealth Medical Services full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Headache Medicine Neurologist (MD/DO) - South Dakota role in the West - Monument Health department at Commonwealth Medical Services.
Which team or department does the Headache Medicine Neurologist (MD/DO) - South Dakota at Commonwealth Medical Services belong to?
This Headache Medicine Neurologist (MD/DO) - South Dakota position is part of the West - Monument Health department at Commonwealth Medical Services. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Headache Medicine Neurologist (MD/DO) - South Dakota position at Commonwealth Medical Services?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to Commonwealth Medical Services's official application portal hosted on workable where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Headache Medicine Neurologist (MD/DO) - South Dakota job at Commonwealth Medical Services posted?
This Headache Medicine Neurologist (MD/DO) - South Dakota position at Commonwealth Medical Services was posted on Jan 15, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Headache Medicine Neurologist (MD/DO) - South Dakota
Commonwealth Medical Services
You'll be redirected to Commonwealth Medical Services's official application page on workable.