A seasoned Neurological Surgeon with expertise in neuro-oncology is needed to provide locum tenens coverage at a high-acuity medical facility. The individual will manage and perform complex surgical cases, collaborating with an established neurosurgical team to enhance patient care. With a flexible schedule, the role focuses on surgical excellence without routine practice management responsibilities, allowing you to concentrate primarily on the surgical needs of neuro-oncology patients.
Key Details
- Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
- Setting: Hospital
- Start Date: ASAP
- Schedule: Flexible weekday scheduling, with on-site availability 1-2 days per week
- Patient Population: All Ages
- Location: Tampa, FL
- Stipends: Housing and travel options can be discussed for non-local candidates
Benefits
- Weekly direct deposit
- Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
- Supportive credentialing assistance
- Lodging and mileage reimbursement (if applicable)
- Flexible scheduling
Job Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the existing neurosurgeon to evaluate and perform complex neuro-oncology surgical cases.
- Provide expertise in the surgical management of brain and spinal tumor patients.
- Participate in telehealth conferences and multidisciplinary discussions for pre-operative case review and surgical planning.
- Support continuity of care through post-operative consultation and follow-up as needed.
Qualifications
- Board Certified in Neurosurgery
- Extensive experience managing and operating on complex neuro-oncology cases
- Demonstrated expertise in brain and spinal tumor surgery
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and provide consultative support both in person and virtually
Working Hours
- On-site approximately 1-2 days per week, primarily for complex surgical cases
- Availability for virtual pre-operative case reviews and care coordination
- Availability for immediate post-operative consultation (typically by post-operative day two) is preferred
- No call or clinic requirement, unless participation in select patient visits is deemed beneficial
Skills
- General Neurosurgery (Adult, Pediatric, Neonate, Trauma)
- Cerebrovascular: Open, Endovascular
- Carotid or Vertebral artery surgery
- Aneurysm clipping
- Tumors and Neuroendocrine surgery
- Stereotactic radiosurgery (Functional, Seizure)
- VP shunt, Skull base surgery
- Spinal surgery with and without instrumentation (Cervical, Thoracic, Lumbar)
- Peripheral nerve surgery
- Pain procedures
- Endovascular procedures
- Placement of ICP monitors
- Application of external traction
- Vent Management and Central line placement
