Cranial Neurosurgeon
Universal Health Services
Cranial Neurosurgeon
Universal Health Services
Manages hospitals and behavioral health facilities
We are seeking a full-time Neurosurgeon to join a hospital-based practice in McAllen/Edinburg, Texas. This role is centered on advanced cranial neurosurgery, including complex brain tumor resections, cerebrovascular procedures, and skull base surgery, with spinal cases as a complement to a primarily cranial caseload. You will work alongside a strong, collaborative care team with full institutional support, allowing you to focus on delivering exceptional cranial neurosurgical care.
Quick Facts
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Schedule / Hours: Standard clinical and surgical hours with shared call coverage
• Call: Shared call with other local neurosurgeons
• Patient Volume: Busy neurosurgery practice with diverse case mix
• Location: McAllen/Edinburg, Texas (Rio Grande Valley)
• Practice Setting: Hospital-based neurosurgery group within South Texas Health System (STHS)
• Support / Care Team: Multidisciplinary team including neurosurgeons, APPs, and support staff
• EMR / Technology: Cerner electronic medical record system
Responsibilities
• Provide comprehensive neurosurgical care for cranial patients
• Collaborate closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, and support staff to deliver optimal outcomes
• Manage inpatient and outpatient neurosurgical cases and shared call responsibilities
• Document all patient care efficiently using Cerner EMR
Compensation & Benefits
• Salary: Competitive base salary plus performance-based incentives and productivity bonuses
• Sign-on / Relocation: Signing bonus and relocation assistance available
• Health, Dental, Vision & Retirement: Comprehensive benefits including 401(k) with company match
• PTO, CME & Schedule Flexibility
• Wellness & Work-Life Balance Support including malpractice, life & disability insurance
Qualifications
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurosurgery
• Active or eligible Texas medical license
• Experience in cranial and spinal neurosurgery required
Growth & Development
• Leadership and advancement opportunities within the neurosurgery department and health system
• Mentorship, training, and academic involvement encouraged
About the Organization & Community
South Texas Health System (STHS) is a regional multi-hospital system renowned for delivering high-quality comprehensive healthcare across specialties in the Rio Grande Valley. McAllen/Edinburg offers a multicultural, bilingual community with a low cost of living, a safe environment, and year-round sunshine. The area boasts abundant outdoor recreational opportunities and convenient access via three regional airports.
Apply today or contact Samantha Barnett, In-house Physician Recruiter, at [email protected] or 956.821.8418 for a confidential conversation.
Manages hospitals and behavioral health facilities
Universal Health Services operates a network of acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, and ambulatory centers across the United States. It generates its services by acquiring and managing healthcare facilities, then integrating them under centralized operating practices to deliver patient care. The company’s offering is the management and provision of hospital and behavioral health services, with a focus on standardized clinical operations, economies of scale, and nationwide coverage. What sets UHS apart is its long history of growth through acquisitions, its size and scale in both acute and behavioral health markets, and its ability to integrate new facilities while maintaining consistent care quality. Its goal is to provide high-quality healthcare across a broad network, improve patient outcomes, and sustain long-term value for shareholders by expanding access and efficiency in hospital and behavioral health services.
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