Neurosurgeon

St. Charles Health System; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

CME allowance

Malpractice coverage

Operational support

Leadership opportunities

Job summary

St. Charles Health System seeks a Board Certified or Board Eligible Neurosurgeon in Bend, Oregon, to provide comprehensive neurosurgical care. This role offers integration within a collaborative, physician-led environment with advanced technology and a strong referral network.

As part of a large multidisciplinary team, you'll manage diverse neurosurgical cases, educate patients, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives. Enjoy a competitive compensation package and live in beautiful Bend, known for its outdoor recreational opportunities.

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an accredited Neurosurgery residency program.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurosurgery.
• Oregon medical license or the ability to obtain one.
• Current ATLS certification.
• Unrestricted DEA registration.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage a broad range of neurosurgical conditions.
• Perform elective and urgent neurosurgical procedures.
• Interpret imaging and diagnostic studies.
• Develop individualized treatment plans using evidence-based practices.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary care with specialty teams.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and recovery.

Skills

Clinical evaluation

Neurosurgical procedures

Multidisciplinary coordination

Patient education

Quality improvement initiatives

Education

MD or DO from an accredited medical school

Completion of an accredited Neurosurgery residency program

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurosurgery

Oregon medical license or ability to obtain

Current ATLS certification

Unrestricted DEA registration

Job description

Opportunity Overview

St. Charles Health System | Bend, Oregon

St. Charles Health System is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Neurosurgeon to join our growing Orthopedics, Neurosurgery and Physiatry Service Line in Bend, Oregon. This is an excellent opportunity to practice in a collaborative, physician-led environment with strong APP support, advanced surgical technology, and access to a growing regional referral network throughout Central Oregon.

The Orthopedics, Neurosurgery and Physiatry Service Line includes nearly 60 providers delivering comprehensive neuromusculoskeletal care across inpatient, outpatient, ambulatory surgery center, and clinic settings. The Neurosurgeon will provide comprehensive neurosurgical care including evaluation, surgical treatment, postoperative management, inpatient consultation services, and emergency procedures as needed.

Practice Highlights

• Blend of clinic, surgery, inpatient rounding, and procedural care
• Approximately 32 patient-facing hours per week for a 1.0 FTE
• Shared neurosurgery call rotation
• Collaboration with orthopedic surgeons, trauma teams, rehabilitation specialists, and APPs
• Practice locations include St. Charles Bend Hospital, Cascade SurgiCenter, and Bend Surgery Center
• Opportunities to participate in outreach clinics throughout Central Oregon
• Modern surgical facilities and advanced technology
• Established referral network and growing regional demand

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage a broad range of neurosurgical conditions
• Perform elective and urgent neurosurgical procedures
• Interpret imaging and diagnostic studies
• Develop individualized treatment plans using evidence-based practices
• Coordinate multidisciplinary care with specialty teams
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and recovery
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation within Epic EMR
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and medical staff activities
• Maintain compliance with medical staff bylaws and regulatory requirements

Qualifications

Required

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• Completion of an accredited Neurosurgery residency program
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurosurgery
• Oregon medical license or ability to obtain
• Current ATLS certification
• Unrestricted DEA registration
• Eligibility to participate in Medicare and Medicaid programs

Preferred

• Experience in both hospital and outpatient neurosurgical practice settings

Why St. Charles Health System?

St. Charles is the largest health system in Central Oregon and is known for its collaborative culture, physician leadership, and commitment to exceptional patient care.

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• CME allowance and professional development support
• Malpractice coverage with tail
• Strong operational and administrative support
• Opportunities for leadership and program development
• Collaborative and mission-driven culture

Why Bend, Oregon?

Living in Bend offers an exceptional quality of life with access to year-round outdoor recreation and a thriving community atmosphere.

• More than 300 days of sunshine annually
• World-class skiing, hiking, mountain biking, climbing, fishing, and rafting
• Vibrant downtown with restaurants, breweries, arts, and music
• Excellent schools and family-friendly neighborhoods
• Consistently ranked among the best places to live in the United States