Neurosurgery Physician (Locum Tenens) – Chesapeake, VA
Job at a glance
Job description
Position: Locum Tenens Neurosurgeon
Location: Chesapeake, Virginia
Type: 24-hour Call Coverage
Schedule: One weekend per month (Friday 7:00 AM – Monday 7:00 AM)
Start Date: As soon as credentialed (60-90 days depending on licensure)
⏱️ Credentialing Timeframe
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60 days with active VA license and DEA
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Up to 90 days without licensure – licensing support offered
Job Responsibilities
We are seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Neurosurgeon to provide emergent-only 24-hour call coverage in Chesapeake, VA. This opportunity includes managing bread-and-butter neurosurgical cases such as craniotomies and spine surgeries. No elective cases or clinic responsibilities.
Qualifications
Board Certified/Board Eligible in Neurosurgery (BE accepted within 5 years of fellowship)
Active VA medical license (or willing to obtain – licensing support available)
BLS/ACLS certification required
VA DEA required
Minimum 2 years of experience
Must have a clean background (dismissed cases are acceptable)
Comfortable functioning independently in high-acuity emergency scenarios
Working Hours
Call Frequency: One weekend per month
Shift Type: 24-hour call, Friday 7:00 AM – Monday 7:00 AM
Skills
Must be proficient and current in:
Craniotomies
Spine surgeries
Emergent case experience required
No clinic or elective procedures