Neurosurgeon

Tufts Medicine; Melrose (MA); On-site; USD 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CME support

Full malpractice coverage

Robust benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous PTO

Job summary

A leading integrated health system in Melrose, MA, is looking for an outstanding Neurosurgeon to join its neurosurgery department. The position involves providing care at MelroseWakefield Hospital, with a focus on elective spinal procedures. Candidates should possess board certification in Neurological Surgery and a passion for community-focused practice. A competitive salary and benefits package, including CME support and malpractice coverage, are offered.

Qualifications

• Board certification or eligibility in Neurological Surgery (ABNS).
• Experience or strong desire in community-based practice.
• Strong clinical emphasis on elective spine and general neurosurgery.
• Community-based practice experience or interest.
• Ability to participate in teaching and academic promotion if desired.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient, outpatient, and operative room care.
• Participate in teaching and academic promotion if desired.
• Manage approximately 125 cases in the first year.
• Engage in teaching and research when desired.

Skills

Team player

Clinical emphasis on elective spine and general neurosurgery

Ability to support community-based practice

Education

Board certification or eligibility in Neurological Surgery

Current medical license in Massachusetts

Tools

C-arms

Leica Surgical Microscopes

Operating room equipment

Job description

Overview

The Department of Neurosurgery at Tufts Medical Center is seeking an outstanding Neurosurgeon to join our neurosurgery department and continue to expand a community spine-focused practice at MelroseWakefield Hospital in Melrose, MA. The applicant will join a department of 9 neurosurgeons, 10 physician assistants, 6 nurse practitioners, 11 neurosurgical residents, and an established support team.

We are dedicated to providing the highest quality care available to our patients while allowing them to stay close to home in their community. Our neurosurgery team provides hope and healing to patients living with nervous system conditions through the development and implementation of comprehensive neurosurgical treatment plans tailored to our patients\' goals, comfort and well-being.

Practice highlights

The neurosurgery program at MelroseWakefield Hospital, a part of Tufts Medicine, is a comprehensive program that evaluates and treats patients with cranial, spinal, and peripheral nerve disorders. The administration is supportive and dedicated to the growth of neurosurgery. The new hire will be charged with continuing growth in an already expanding spine-focused practice at MelroseWakefield Hospital. The candidate will spend 80-90% of time at MelroseWakefield Hospital, providing inpatient, outpatient, and operative room care to patients in the local community. Most procedures performed at MelroseWakefield Hospital are elective spinal procedures. The candidate would have the ability to bring cranial and more complex spine cases to Tufts Medical Center. Currently there are no neurosurgical resident physicians at the MelroseWakefield site; inpatient, outpatient, and operative assistance is provided by 2 dedicated neurosurgical physician assistants. The inpatient service involves intensive care and floor-level patients in addition to emergency room and off-service consultations, including a Level 3 trauma center. MelroseWakefield has dedicated neurosurgical scrub techs, circulating nurses, C-arms, Jackson Tables, Wilson Frames, Mayfields, and Leica Surgical Microscopes. Spinal Navigation and Robotics are currently being budgeted for. Involvement in academic pursuits such as teaching of medical students/residents, attending academic conferences, and/or research can be supported although are not a requirement. Anticipated first year volume of approximately 125 cases and 250+ once established.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Board certification or eligibility in Neurological Surgery (ABNS)
• A team player who is excited to work cooperatively with a wide range of stakeholders and disciplines to champion world class patient satisfaction and support
• Strong clinical emphasis on elective spine and general neurosurgery. Spine Fellowship is not required but a strong plus
• Experience or strong desire in supporting a community-based practice
• The ability to participate in teaching and academic clinical promotion if desired but not required
• Current medical license in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or the ability to obtain a license from the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine is required

Work, Live, and Grow

We strive to maintain an inclusive work environment for all our employees. We offer a competitive salary with competitive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, and more.

• CME support - yearly reimbursement plus free CME credits offered within our system annually
• Full malpractice coverage from the day you start, including tail coverage
• Robust benefits package including Health, Dental and Vision insurance as well as generous PTO

Location: 585 Lebanon Street, Suite 401, Melrose, MA 02176

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should submit a CV and cover letter detailing clinical, academic, and teaching interests to: Dave Rezendes, Senior Physician Recruiter at [e-mail]

Why Tufts Medicine

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, an expansive home care network and a large integrated physician network. Tufts Medicine has more than 15,000 dedicated care team members providing more than 1.5 million patient experiences per year. The health system is the principal teaching affiliate for Tufts University School of Medicine. Tufts Medicine came together in 2014 to leverage the experience of its member organizations and integrate their missions to transform the ways that consumers engage with and experience their care.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation by emailing [e-mail].