Neurosurgeon

CareerNerds; Hobart (IN); On-site; USD 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

CME funding

403(b) retirement plan with employer  

License, CSR, DEA, dues, subscriptions

6 weeks PTO

Health insurance

Job summary

CareerNerds, LLC is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Neurosurgeon to join a physician-led group in Northwest Indiana near the Greater Chicagoland area.

Join a high-volume practice with state-of-the-art hospital infrastructure and a collaborative neurosurgery team, providing comprehensive cranial and spine care in a HIMSS Stage VII environment with EPIC EHR integration and AI-driven documentation.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited US medical school or international equivalent (MD or DO).
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurological Surgery after completing an ACGME-accredited residency.
• Active and unrestricted Indiana medical license (or eligible for licensure within 90–120 days).
• Demonstrates high clinical and surgical competency in general neurosurgery and/or subspecialty fellowship areas (spine, vascular, skull base, neuro-oncology).

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive cranial and complex/general spine neurosurgical care across inpatient, outpatient, and surgical settings.
• Conduct clinical evaluations and patient workups; perform elective and emergent neurosurgical procedures.
• Participate in an equitable, shared neurosurgery call rotation.
• Utilize advanced surgical technology, intraoperative imaging, and EPIC EHR with AI-driven documentation enhancements.
• Collaborate with neurologists, orthopedic spine surgeons, pain management, and critical care teams.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, safety protocols, and optimal patient care pathways.

Skills

Cranial and spine neurosurgery

Clinical evaluation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

MD/DO degree

ACGME Neurological Surgery residency

Tools

EPIC EHR

Intraoperative imaging

Job description

Neurosurgeon

Location: Greater Chicagoland Area

Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent

An established, highly regarded healthcare system in Northwest Indiana is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Neurosurgeon to join its growing, physician-led group practice.

Located in the Greater Chicagoland area just 30 minutes from downtown Chicago, this position offers the ideal combination of a high-volume surgical practice, state-of-the‑art hospital infrastructure, and exceptional professional backing. Practice in a HIMSS Stage VII environment featuring full EPIC EHR integration with modern AI functionality. You will collaborate with a collegial team of neurosurgeons, neurologists, orthopedists, and dedicated surgical support staff in a financially robust health system eager to support your subspecialty focus and long‑term practice goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive cranial and complex/general spine neurosurgical care across inpatient, outpatient, and surgical suite environments.
• Conduct clinical evaluations, patient workups, and perform elective and emergent neurosurgical procedures.
• Participate in an equitable, shared neurosurgery call rotation.
• Utilize advanced surgical technology, intraoperative imaging, and EPIC EHR with AI-driven documentation enhancements.
• Collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team including neurologists, orthopedic spine surgeons, pain management specialists, and critical care teams.
• Contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives, safety protocols, and optimal patient care pathways.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited US medical school or international equivalent (MD or DO).
• Successfully completed an ACGME-accredited Neurological Surgery residency program; Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurological Surgery.
• Active and unrestricted Indiana medical license (or eligible for state licensure within 90–120 days).
• Demonstrates high clinical and surgical competency in general neurosurgery and/or subspecialty fellowship areas (e.g., spine, vascular, skull base, neuro-oncology).

Benefits & Incentive Package

• Competitive Compensation: Base salary negotiable based on MGMA guidelines, paired with a high-yield wRVU productivity bonus structure.
• Generous, negotiable sign‑on bonus package.
• Flexible time off allocation totaling 6 weeks per year.
• Top-tier medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• 403(b) retirement program with employer matching contributions.
• Exceptional CME funding and dedicated paid CME time.
• 100% reimbursement for state medical license, CSR, DEA, professional dues, and subscriptions.

Open to H-1B applicants who meet all federal requirements and possess an unrestricted Indiana medical license

Competitive compensation package aligned with current MGMA benchmarks; final salary is indicative and subject to adjustment based on the candidate's professional experience and qualifications