🧠Neurosurgeon - Southern Colorado | $800K+ Base & Elective Spine Focus
Job at a glance
Job description
Are you a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Neurosurgeon seeking a dynamic practice environment where you can make a significant impact? An established and collegial neurosurgery group in a welcoming Southern Colorado community is looking for a dedicated physician to join their team. This is a unique opportunity to build a strong elective spine practice in an underserved area while collaborating with an experienced team committed to exceptional patient care.
Step into a replacement position with high patient demand, allowing you to quickly build a robust practice. You'll join a supportive team that includes an existing Neurosurgeon and four experienced Advanced Practice Providers (APPs). Floor calls are handled by PAs, allowing you to focus on complex cases. Work with cutting-edge neuro-navigation tools, including the Globus Robot and Stryker systems. The clinic is conveniently co-located with pain services and offers on-site X-ray. You'll also utilize the familiar and efficient EPIC electronic medical record system for documentation. Become an integral part of a community that values its healthcare providers and offers a high quality of life.
Job Responsibilities
-Conduct daily patient rounds and manage surgical cases in the operating room.
-See an average of 8-12 patients per day in the clinic, in addition to collaborating with three to four Physician Assistants (PAs) for their patient load.
-Participate in a 7-day per month ER call rotation, primarily involving remote imaging review and minimal in-person requirements.
-Provide weekend call coverage approximately one weekend per month.
-Collaborate effectively with a team of APPs, other physicians, and support staff to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
-Utilize advanced neuro-navigation tools and the EPIC EMR system for patient care and documentation.
-Contribute to the development of a strong elective spine practice.
Qualifications
-New graduates through 2025 are encouraged to apply.
-Current Colorado medical license, or the willingness to obtain one.
-Must be able to work a consistent day shift schedule and reside within a commutable distance (no more than 1 hour).
-Not open to 1099 candidates, J1 or H1B visa candidates, candidates seeking alternate shift schedules, or those wishing to commute long distances or in conjunction with another job.
Working Hours
-On-Call: 7 days of ER call per month (primarily remote with minimal in-person requirements).
-Weekends: Likely cover one weekend per month as part of call coverage.
Skills
-Proficiency with neuro-navigation tools (Globus Robot, Stryker systems preferred).
-Familiarity with EPIC EMR system.
-Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.