Physician- Neurosurgery - Full Time Academic - SLUCare Physician Group
Mount Vernon, Illinois, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Surgery-Neurosurgery
Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Permanent/Full-Time
Work Environment Hospital Clinic/Private Practice
Location 63110, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 4/29/24
Due to a significant increase in volume, a large academic center in the Midwest is recruiting a neurosurgeon. Interests in scoliosis and all other aspects of spine will be well supported. Interests in peripheral nerve is welcome though not required. This position requires a spine fellowship or equivalent experience.

The position is a split opportunity between a community hospital in the area and the main campus. The new hire can expect 60% time spent at the community center and 40% at the main campus.

The community hospital is a 144-bed non-trauma designated center and is part of a 14-hospital health system. The academic center is a level I teaching hospital and part of a large health system serving 4 states. It holds comprehensive stroke designation along with Level IV EMU status.

Position Highlights:
- Opportunity to participate in resident education and clinical research
- Residents take first call, 5 APPs at main campus, 2 APPs at community hospital
- Call at community center is consultative in nature
- Dedicated Neuro-ICU beds at main campus
- Medtronic & Stealth spine and brain navigation at both hospitals
- Block O.R. time available at both hospitals

City Highlights:
This Midwestern city is alive with energy and excitement offering a vibrant music & food scene and a wealth of world-class family friendly attractions. An abundance of scenic state parks close-by, this city also hosts great private and public-school options, affordable cost of living, and a mild climate.

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