Acute Care Inpatient Neurosurgeon

Job Description

Valley Medical Center & Clinics (VMCC) is seeking a skilled and collaborative Neurosurgery physician to provide acute inpatient neurosurgical care as part of our Neurosurgery program. This unique opportunity offers a focused schedule of approximately 10 days per month, with primary responsibilities centered on inpatient neurosurgical consultations, emergency department consultations, and the evaluation and management of patients with acute neurosurgical needs.

The ideal candidate is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care and enjoys working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team of physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient neurosurgical consultations for patients admitted to Valley Medical Center & Clinics.
• Respond to emergency department consultations involving patients with acute neurosurgical conditions.
• Perform comprehensive evaluations and assessments of patients presenting with acute neurosurgical needs.
• Develop and implement appropriate treatment and management plans in collaboration with the Neurosurgery team.
• Coordinate care with hospitalists, emergency medicine physicians, intensivists, and other consulting specialties.
• Provide ongoing assessment and management of hospitalized patients requiring neurosurgical oversight.
• Facilitate appropriate transitions of care, including coordination of follow-up and outpatient services when indicated.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation.

Practice Environment

• Approximately 10 days per month dedicated to acute inpatient neurosurgical coverage.
• Clinical focus on inpatient neurosurgical consultations and emergency department consultations.
• Practice in a Level III Trauma Center and thrombectomy-capable stroke center, providing exposure to a broad range of acute and complex neurological and neurosurgical conditions.
• Opportunity to collaborate with emergency medicine, trauma services, stroke care teams, hospitalists, intensivists, and other specialists in the evaluation and management of acutely ill patients.
• Work within a collaborative Neurosurgery program supported by experienced physicians, advanced practice providers, and comprehensive hospital resources.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree.
• Completion of an accredited Neurosurgery residency program.
• Board certified or board eligible in Neurosurgery.
• Eligible for an unrestricted Washington State medical license.
• Current or eligible for appropriate DEA registration.
• Demonstrated clinical expertise in the evaluation and management of acute neurosurgical conditions.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaborative skills.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a patient-focused Neurosurgery physician who values teamwork, clinical excellence, and collaboration across specialties. They bring sound clinical judgment, the ability to manage complex inpatient consultations, and a commitment to providing timely, high-quality care to patients presenting with acute neurosurgical needs.

A successful candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced hospital environment, collaborating with emergency medicine and hospital-based providers, and contributing to the continued development of a strong Neurosurgery program.

Additional Information

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer contributions
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee wellness and assistance programs
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program eligible.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Valley Medical Center & Clinics is committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) and nondiscrimination in all aspects of employment and participation in its programs. 

We do not provide sponsorship opportunities at this time.

• Valley Medical Center & Clinics participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Compensation: N/A to 650000 (USD) (YEARLY)