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Neurological Surgeon

We are seeking a highly qualified Neurological Surgeon with expertise in Endovascular Surgical Neuroradiology for a locum tenens position in southern Arizona, near Arivaca. This is an excellent opportunity to work in both inpatient and outpatient settings with a range of neurosurgical and endovascular procedures.

Job Description

• Location: Near Arivaca, Arizona
• Start Date: February 10, 2025
• End Date: May 5, 2025
• Shift Details: Scheduled clinical hours plus on-call coverage
• Specialty Skills Required:
  • General neurosurgery (adult and pediatric)
  • Trauma surgery
  • Endovascular procedures (e.g., aneurysm clipping, cerebrovascular surgery)
  • Spinal surgeries (cervical, thoracic, lumbar with/without instrumentation)
  • Skull base surgery and tumor resection
  • Vent management and central line placement

Schedule Highlights

• Coverage dates include:
  • February 10-17, 2025
  • March 31-April 7, 2025
  • April 28-May 5, 2025
• No holiday work is required beyond the assigned dates.

Practice Environment

• Practice Setting: Inpatient and outpatient coverage (hospital privileges required)
• Patient Load: Low to none during assigned shifts (admissions and specific patient encounters TBD)
• Support Staff: None required during the assignment

Requirements

• Licensure: Arizona or Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC)
• Board Certification: Mandatory in Neurological Surgery
• Certifications: ABLS, ACLS, ATLS, BLS, and PALS
• Credentialing Timeframe: Approximately 60 days

Additional Information

• EMR Systems Used: Athena (practice) and Cerner (hospital)
• Clean malpractice history is essential for consideration.
• No supervision of advanced practice providers or residents required.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Travel, lodging, and malpractice insurance covered

If you're a skilled neurosurgeon looking for a flexible locum tenens assignment in a scenic part of southern Arizona, this opportunity is perfect for you.