Job Title: Locum Neurosurgeon - Surgical Specialty in Colorado Springs, CO
Why Apply?Join a leading facility in Colorado Springs providing weekend neurosurgical coverage starting January 2027. Enjoy competitive pay packages, a supportive team environment, and a flexible schedule that allows you to deliver critical care to trauma and adult patients. Start promptly and make a difference in a Level 1 Trauma setting.
Quick Facts
- Location: Colorado Springs, CO
- Start Date: 10/16/2026
- Schedule: Fridays 7:00 AM Mondays 7:00 AM (weekly weekend coverage)
- Duration: Ongoing, beginning January 2027
- Shift: 24-hour call coverage
- Hours/Week: Full-time/weekend shifts
- Employment Type: Locum
- Licenses/Certifications: Active medical license, board-certified in neurosurgery
- Experience: Prior neurosurgical experience required
Pay & Benefits
- Pay Rate: Based on tier classification (up to $6,875 or below for Tier 1, $6,876 $7,700 for Tier 2)
- Benefits:
- Competitive pay packages
- Weekly pay schedule via direct deposit
- Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
- Robust referral bonus program
- Paid sick time in accordance with applicable laws
- Licensure, travel, and other reimbursements where applicable
What You ll Do
- Provide adult and trauma neurosurgical care including cranial and spinal procedures
- Manage traumatic brain injuries, intracranial hemorrhages, and neurocritical conditions
- Perform CSF diversion procedures, ventriculostomy, and shunt revisions
- Conduct neurocritical monitoring, including ICP and CCP management
- Assist with tumor removal, brain bleed stoppage, trauma repairs, and spine stabilization
- Support emergency and scheduled neurosurgical interventions in a Level 1 Trauma setting
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including physicians, APPs, nurses, and technicians
What You Need
Required: - Valid medical license in Colorado or eligible for licensure
- Board certification in neurosurgery
- Experience with adult and trauma neurosurgical procedures
- Familiarity with EMR systems (Epic preferred)
Preferred: - Prior experience in Level 1 Trauma or emergency neurosurgery
- Ability to work weekends and long shifts consistently
- Strong team collaboration skills
About the Assignment
Join a fully equipped facility in Colorado Springs that handles over 100,000 ER visits annually, supporting complex adult and trauma neurosurgical cases. The role ensures continuous coverage for emergent and scheduled surgeries, with access to advanced imaging, surgical instruments, ICU/neurocritical care, and a highly experienced support team for optimal patient outcomes.
VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ( EEO )/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply 
