Locums – Physician – Neurosurgery, Virginia

Job description

Position Overview
Seeking a Board-Certified Neurosurgeon to provide locum tenens coverage while the facility recruits a permanent provider. This is a unique opportunity to support and help build a growing neurosurgery program with full office support staff already in place.

Assignment Details

Coverage Type: 24-hour call coverage (Monday 7:00 AM – Monday 7:00 AM)
Ongoing weekly coverage

Facility & Program Details

New and developing neurosurgery program
No current neurosurgery providers on staff
Full administrative and office support team in place
EMR: Epic (proficiency preferred)

Clinical Responsibilities

Provide 24-hour neurosurgery call coverage
Manage inpatient consults, admissions, and callbacks
Perform required surgical procedures

Case Volume

Average daily caseload: 2
Weekend:
~2 callbacks
2–3 admissions
Weeknight:
~5 calls per day
2–3 admissions per week

Procedures

Required:
General spine cases
Minor cranial procedures
Preferred:
Broad general spine experience

Requirements

Board Certified Neurosurgeon (MD/DO)
Active Virginia medical license required
Virginia DEA required (or willingness to obtain prior to start)
Epic experience preferred
Must be comfortable practicing independently