Neurosurgeon Locum Opportunity – McLaren Northern Michigan- Open to premium rates!
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Job description
Neurosurgeon Locum Opportunity – McLaren Northern Michigan
Location: Petoskey, MI
Facility: McLaren Northern Michigan
Are you a skilled Neurosurgeon looking for a high-impact locum assignment in one of Michigan’s premier referral centers? McLaren Northern Michigan is seeking a Board-Certified Neurosurgeon to provide 24-hour call coverage with inpatient rounding and emergent surgical support. This is a hospital-based opportunity where you’ll be an essential part of a collaborative neuroscience team serving communities across northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
- Diverse Case Mix: Must perform both cranial and spinal surgeries — be at the center of critical, lifesaving care.
- Strong Team Environment: Work alongside 1 Neurosurgeon, 1 Ortho-Spinal Surgeon, and experienced Neurosurgery APPs.
- Well-Equipped Facility: Imaging, labs, ORs, and procedure rooms all on-site.
- Patient Impact: Plan to see 5–10 inpatients daily while providing urgent/emergent coverage.
- Reputable Facility: McLaren Northern Michigan is a 202-bed regional referral center, ranked among the top hospitals in the region with strong neuroscience, cardiac, and orthopedic programs.
Schedule
- 24-hour call coverage (weekdays, weekends, and holidays as assigned)
- Daily rounding + emergent surgical coverage
Requirements
- Board Certified in Neurosurgery (no BE considered)
- Active Michigan medical license or IMLC Qualification- we will help with the MI license!
- ACLS certification
- Clean background (minimum malpractice acceptable)
- Must perform both cranial and spinal cases
Additional Details
- Malpractice provided
- Orientation paid
- Daily call, weekend call, holiday call, and callback rates in place
- Travel, lodging, rental car covered and/or mileage reimbursed
This is a prime locum role for a Neurosurgeon seeking meaningful work, an excellent support system, and a chance to make a real impact in a busy regional center.
Joshua Turner
Senior Search Consultant, Healthcare
IPL Health Staffing, LLC