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Neurosurgeon (MD/DO) - Texas

Commonwealth Medical Services
Posted 4 months ago, valid for 16 days
Location

Abilene, TX 79604, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position of Neurosurgeon (MD/DO) involves providing comprehensive surgical care for patients with disorders affecting the brain, spine, and peripheral nerves.
  • Candidates must have a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree, complete an accredited neurosurgery residency, and ideally have fellowship training in a subspecialty.
  • The role requires board-eligible or board-certified status in Neurological Surgery and the ability to obtain unrestricted state medical licensure.
  • The salary for this position is competitive, reflecting the advanced technical skills and clinical judgment required to manage complex surgical cases.
  • Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in neurosurgery, including participation in emergency and on-call coverage.
Neurosurgeon (MD/DO)Position Summary

The Neurosurgeon provides comprehensive surgical care for patients with disorders of the brain, spine, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves. This role includes evaluation, diagnosis, operative and perioperative management of complex neurosurgical conditions, working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Evaluate and manage patients with neurosurgical conditions including traumatic, degenerative, neoplastic, vascular, and congenital disorders
  • Perform neurosurgical procedures involving the brain, spine, and peripheral nerves, consistent with training and privileges
  • Provide perioperative and postoperative care, including management of neurosurgical complications
  • Participate in emergency and on-call coverage for neurosurgical services
  • Collaborate with neurology, critical care, oncology, orthopedics, radiology, anesthesia, and rehabilitation services
  • Participate in multidisciplinary case conferences and surgical planning meetings
  • Interpret diagnostic studies including neuroimaging and electrophysiologic testing
  • Communicate effectively with patients and families regarding diagnosis, treatment options, and prognosis
  • Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation
  • Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and outcomes initiatives
  • Supervise and educate residents, fellows, advanced practice providers, and trainees as applicable
  • Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards
Qualifications
  • Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school
  • Completion of an accredited neurosurgery residency program
  • Fellowship training in a neurosurgical subspecialty preferred but not required
  • Board-eligible or board-certified in Neurological Surgery
  • Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure
  • DEA registration or eligibility
Skills and Competencies
  • Advanced technical and operative neurosurgical skills
  • Strong clinical judgment and decision-making abilities
  • Ability to manage high-acuity, complex surgical cases
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills
  • Commitment to evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and patient safety
Work Environment
  • Hospital operating rooms, intensive care units, outpatient clinics, and inpatient wards
  • Call coverage including nights, weekends, and holidays as required
Physical Requirements
  • Ability to stand for extended periods during surgical procedures
  • Manual dexterity and stamina for complex operative cases
  • Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for operative and patient care environments

Must maintain state certification and/or licensure.




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