Neurosurgery job in Hartford CT

Neuro-Trauma/Neuro-Spine Neurosurgeon

Location: Hartford, Connecticut

Job Description:

• Join a group hospital in Hartford, CT as a Neuro-Trauma/Neuro-Spine Neurosurgeon.
• The neurosurgery program is one of the busiest in New England with 9 Neurosurgeons and over 20 Neurosurgery Physician Assistants.
• Complete over 2,000 neurosurgical cases annually, including specialties such as Functional, Epilepsy, Skull Base, Complex Spine, Neurosurgical Oncology, Vascular & Endovascular, spine, and trauma.
• Focus on urgent cases, neuro-trauma, traumatic brain injury, spine and spinal cord injuries, as well as complex spine.
• Maintain an elective practice in addition to acute and urgent neurosurgical interventions.
• Serve as lead for neurosurgery with the trauma team, oversee the Head Injury Program, and act as a surgeon liaison for Neurocritical Care.

Practice and Hospital Highlights:

• 867-bed hospital with dedicated Neurosurgery ORs, neuroscience units, and Neuroscience ICU.
• Level 1 trauma center, Joint Commission Comprehensive Stroke Center, NAEC Level 4 Epilepsy Center, and Joint Commission Advanced Spine Center.
• Advanced surgical technology including Mazor X spine robots, Medtronic O-Arm and Stealth Navigation, Zeiss microscopes.
• 5 dedicated Neurosurgery ORs with specialized staffing.
• Dedicated neuroscience units and a 23-bed Neuroscience ICU with neurocritical care nurses, APPs, and 8 Neurointensivists.
• Neurosurgery Nurse Navigators to support patients through the pathway.
• Neurosurgery Residency Program in collaboration with a School of Medicine.
• Opportunities for teaching and clinical research supported by a dedicated research department.
• Air ambulance service (LIFE STAR) for patient transport throughout New England.

Qualifications:

• Medical Degree from an Accredited University.
• Interest in Neuro-Trauma & Neuro-Spine.
• Board certified or board eligible in Neurosurgery.
• Eligible for medical licensure in the State of Connecticut.

Connecticut Lifestyle:

• Convenient access to major cities like New York and Boston while maintaining a high quality of life.
• Low crime rates and welcoming suburban neighborhoods.
• Excellent educational institutions and a strong job market in finance, healthcare, and technology.
• Rich history and culture with numerous museums, theaters, and historic sites.
• Various outdoor activities including hiking, skiing, and boating.