Locum - Physician - Surgery - Neuro Petoskey, MI

Locum - Physician - Surgery - Neuro Petoskey, MI

Join a prestigious healthcare organization in the vibrant community of Petoskey, MI, as a Locum Neuro Surgeon. This critical role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact by providing expert surgical care, covering emergent and inpatient needs, and collaborating with dedicated medical professionals. Your expertise will help ensure the highest quality patient outcomes in a dynamic hospital setting.

Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled, board-certified Neurosurgeon to provide 24-hour call coverage and perform both spinal and cranial surgeries. The position involves hospital-based responsibilities, including rounding, admits, emergent surgeries, and inpatient care. You will work alongside a specialized team, utilizing on-site imaging, lab, procedures, and OR facilities, to deliver comprehensive neurosurgical services. This role combines clinical excellence with the flexibility of locum work, offering a vital service to the Petoskey community.

Required Skills

• Board-certified Neurosurgeon (absolutely no BE candidates)
• Proven experience in both spinal and cranial procedures
• Ability to manage emergent surgeries and inpatient rounding
• Strong knowledge of hospital-based neurosurgery operations
• Competence in working with the Cerner Electronic Medical Record system
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to perform under pressure in a 24-hour call environment

Nice to Have Skills

• Experience working in a rural or community hospital setting
• Familiarity with Michigan healthcare protocols and regulations
• Additional certifications in advanced neurosurgical techniques
• Prior experience working with multidisciplinary teams including APPs

Preferred Education and Experience

• Medical Degree (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
• Board certification in Neurosurgery
• Minimum of 3+ years post-residency neurosurgical experience working in hospital settings
• Previous locum or temporary medical roles are advantageous

Other Requirements

• Active medical license in Michigan or eligibility for licensure
• Ability to commit to a start date of January 1, 2026, with open blocks for coverage
• Willingness to participate in on-call duties, including weekends and holidays
• Must clock in/out via Doctime; no paper timesheets
• Travel, lodging, and incidental expenses are covered within policy limits, with specific guidelines on booking accommodations and reimbursements
• No reimbursement for Med Staff Fees or third-party lodging bookings
• The schedule includes 24-hour call shifts on a rotating basis, with coverage for approximately 14 days per month

Take the next step in your neurosurgical career by applying today. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a supportive healthcare community while enjoying competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits. Your expertise can make a difference—reach out now to join our dedicated team in Petoskey.

Hourly Pay Rate: $0.00

VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife