Neurosurgery Locum Tenens Physician NC

Position Overview

One of our Partners in North Carolina, is seeking a Board-Certified Neurosurgeon to provide locum tenens call coverage. This Level II community trauma hospital offers a collegial surgical environment with a well-supported team of five neurosurgeons.

The provider will handle 24-hour pager call one weekend each month and assist with selected holiday coverage periods, including March 27 – April 5 (Spring Break) and Christmas week.

All travel and lodging are prepaid by HPA Healthcare.

Pay Ranking: Top 25 % nationally for 2025 neurosurgery call coverage

Assignment Highlights

• Schedule: 7:00 a – 7:00 a (24-hour pager call)

• Frequency: One weekend per month + holiday blocks (Spring Break & Christmas)

• Call Type: Pager call — on-site presence not required unless called in

• Start Date: February 5, 2026

• Support Team: Five neurosurgeons on staff

• Specialties Covered: General neurosurgery, spine surgery, peripheral nerve and brachial plexus cases

• EMR: Epic

• Travel & Lodging: Prepaid by HPA Healthcare

• Privileging Timeline: 60–90 days

• Joint Commission–certified agency assignment through HPA Healthcare

Job Responsibilities

• Provide 24-hour neurosurgery call coverage for ED and inpatient consults

• Manage emergent cranial and spine cases within general neurosurgery scope

• Collaborate with hospitalists, intensivists, and trauma teams for patient transfers and care

• Respond promptly to ED consults and pages (? 20-minute response window)

• Perform surgical interventions as indicated and document accurately in Epic

• Maintain clear communication with staff and referring providers

Skills & Experience

• Board Certification in Neurosurgery (ABNS) required

• Active North Carolina medical license required (IMLC not accepted)

• Minimum 2 years post-training experience

• Proficient in cranial and spinal procedures

• Comfortable working independently in a community setting

• Strong team orientation and communication skills