Neurosurgeon

Locums; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 221,000 - 369,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel covered

Lodging provided

Malpractice insurance covered

Job summary

Locums is seeking a physician for 24/7 endovascular neurosurgery call coverage in Springfield, MO (65804). The assignment is inpatient with call-only coverage and immediate response times.

Coverage spans Sep 23, 2026 – ongoing, with travel, lodging, and malpractice insurance provided by the agency. Hospital privileges are required and temporary privileges may be available. Endovascular procedures and collaboration with the stroke team are essential.

Qualifications

• Inpatient neurosurgery coverage is required.
• Hospital privileges required for ongoing assignment.
• Temporary privileges available through agency if needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24/7 endovascular neurosurgery call coverage.
• Respond immediately to in-house call and manage acute neurosurgical emergencies.
• Perform endovascular procedures including aneurysm clipping and cerebrovascular interventions.
• Collaborate with stroke team and support staff for patient care.
• Maintain availability for 7–10 days per month as needed.

Skills

Endovascular neurosurgery

Call coverage

Stroke team coordination

Tools

Epic

Job description

JOB OVERVIEW

• Profession: Physician
• Specialty: Neurosurgery
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Springfield, MO 65804
• Service Setting: Inpatient
• Coverage Type: Call Only
• Coverage Period: Sep 23, 2026 - Ongoing
• Call Schedule: 24-hour call shifts (7a - 7a)
• Thurs-Mon
• 7-10 days/month
• Call Response Time: Immediately
• Reason for Coverage: Vacancy - Long-Term Permanent Search
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered by Agency

PATIENT INFORMATION

• Phone Consults: 3-4
• Case Mix: Endovascular & General

FACILITY INFORMATION

• EMR System: Epic
• Specialty Backup Available: Stroke Team

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE

• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
• Temporary Privileges Available: Yes

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide 24/7 endovascular neurosurgery call coverage.
• Respond immediately to in-house call and manage acute neurosurgical emergencies.
• Perform endovascular procedures including aneurysm clipping and cerebrovascular interventions.
• Collaborate with stroke team and support staff for patient care.
• Maintain availability for 7-10 days per month as needed.