Surgery - Neurosurgery Physician - Abilene - iRecruitMD

Description

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