Neurosurgeon Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Michigan

LocumTenens.com; Sanford (MI); On-site; USD 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

LocumTenens.com is seeking a neurosurgeon for 24-hour call coverage in Michigan. The assignment spans inpatient, clinic, and operating room settings with a 1:3 call ratio and prescriptive authority required.

The position is on-site in an area featuring diverse regional attractions and access to Lake Michigan beaches, universities, and historic sites. The clinician will manage trauma activations and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver neurosurgical care.

Qualifications

• MD with neurosurgery training and board eligibility/certification.
• Prescriptive authority required for neurosurgical practice.
• Availability for 24-hour call coverage with a 1:3 call ratio.

Responsibilities

• Perform neurosurgical procedures in inpatient, clinic, and operating room settings.
• Respond to emergency consultations and trauma activations.
• Coordinate patient care with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Neurosurgery

Prescriptive authority

Emergency coverage

Education

MD (Neurosurgery)

Job description

This Job at a Glance

• Job Reference Id:ORD-212022-MD-MI
• Title:MD
• Dates Needed:July 2026 - Ongoing
• Shift Type:Day Shift;24-Hour Shift
• Assignment Type:Inpatient;Clinic;OR
• Call Required:Yes
• Board Certification Required:Negotiable
• Job Duration:Locums

About the Facility

This Level III trauma facility provides comprehensive neurosurgical services with established protocols for managing complex neurological procedures. The institution maintains advanced surgical equipment and support systems necessary for neurosurgical interventions across inpatient, clinic, and operating room settings.

About the Facility Location

This area offers diverse attractions including dune rides, museums focused on American innovation, and various historic sites alongside abundant nature and wildlife areas. Visitors can explore university campuses, major sports venues, casinos, and the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. The region provides opportunities for dune climbing, Lake Michigan beach access, trail hiking, and experiencing local craft beverages throughout small towns in West Michigan.

About the Clinician's Workday

The neurosurgeon will provide comprehensive 24-hour call coverage for neurological surgery services across inpatient, clinic, and operating room settings. Primary responsibilities include managing day shift and 24-hour shift coverage with a 1:3 call ratio, responding to emergency consultations, and performing neurosurgical procedures. The clinician must maintain prescriptive authority and provide continuous availability for trauma activations and emergency surgical interventions while coordinating care with multidisciplinary teams.

Additional Job Details

• Case Load/PPD:0-5 calls per 24hr call
• Support Staff:3 APP's on staff
• Patient Population:All Ages
• Call Ratio/Schedule:1:3
• Location Type:On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority Required:Yes
• Government:No