Neurohospitalist

CommonSpirit Health; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 274,000 - 386,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health's Penrose Hospital in Colorado Springs seeks an Inpatient Neurohospitalist to deliver high-value neurological care for inpatients, driving optimal outcomes and patient quality of life.

As a physician, you will diagnose brain, spine, or nervous system conditions, coordinate with a multidisciplinary team, and adhere to ethical guidelines while pursuing excellence in inpatient care. A board-certified/board-eligible neurologist with Colorado license is required.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree and board-eligible or board-certified in Neurology.
• Completed neurology residency or fellowship.
• Currently licensed to practice medicine in Colorado.
• Active and unrestricted DEA registration.
• ABPN board certification or eligibility with intent to certify within one year.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive inpatient neurological care for Penrose Hospital.
• Diagnose and manage acute neurological emergencies and complex disorders.
• Perform neurological consultations for other hospital services.
• Collaborate with intensivists, hospitalists, neurosurgeons, and specialists to optimize care.
• Maintain documentation and participate in quality improvement.

Skills

Inpatient neurology care

Team collaboration

Education

MD/DO

Neurology Residency or Fellowship completed

Colorado medical license

DEA registration

ABPN board certification or eligibility with intent to certify within 1 year

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As our Inpatient Neurohospitalist, you will help patients at Penrose Hospital receive high-value, top-quality neurological care in an inpatient setting so they can achieve optimal outcomes and improve their quality of life.

Every day you will take care of patients with brain, spine, or nervous system problems who are in the hospital. This means you'll figure out what's wrong, decide on the best treatments, and work with other doctors and nurses to make sure patients get great care. You'll also be expected to always follow the best medical and ethical guidelines.

To be successful in this role, you must be a Board Certified/Board Eligible Neurologist with a passion for inpatient care and a commitment to patient-centered practice.

• Provide comprehensive inpatient neurological care for patients admitted to Penrose Hospital.
• Diagnose and manage acute neurological emergencies and complex neurological disorders.
• Perform neurological consultations for other hospital services, offering expert guidance and treatment recommendations.
• Collaborate effectively with intensivists, hospitalists, neurosurgeons, and other specialists to optimize patient care.
• Adhere to customary practice standards, medical ethics, and all relevant accrediting board requirements for neurological specialty.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and maintain meticulous documentation of patient care.

Job Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
• Successful completion of a Neurology Residency or Fellowship program
• Active Physician license in the State of Colorado
• Active and unrestricted Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration
• Board Certification in Neurology (ABPN) or Board Eligibility with intent to certify within one (1) year of hire
• Ability to obtain Medical Staff Privileges within the CommonSpirit Health system at Penrose Hospital

Where You'll Work

Located in the heart of downtown Colorado Springs, Penrose Hospital has been a trusted healthcare provider for the Pikes Peak region since 1890 and remains a flagship hospital within the community. Recognized for its commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, and compassionate care, Penrose offers physicians the opportunity to practice in a collaborative, high-acuity environment while serving a growing and diverse patient population.

Penrose Hospital is proudly verified as a Level I Trauma Center by the American College of Surgeons, the highest designation available for trauma care. This distinction reflects the hospital’s ability to provide comprehensive trauma services—from injury prevention and emergency intervention to surgical management, critical care, rehabilitation, and recovery. Neurosurgeons benefit from access to advanced technology, multidisciplinary support, and a robust referral network throughout Southern Colorado.

For neurosurgeons seeking a rewarding practice opportunity, Penrose Hospital combines the resources of a premier regional medical center with the unmatched lifestyle benefits of Colorado Springs—making it an exceptional place to build a successful career and enjoy an outstanding quality of life.

Pay Range

$274,023 - $386,400 /year