Neurosurgeon Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Northern Virginia

LocumTenens.com; Virginia; On-site; USD 420,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

LocumTenens.com seeks a board-certified neurosurgeon for an on-site inpatient assignment providing 24-hour call coverage. Shifts run 0700 to 0700, with continuous on-site availability during coverage periods.

The role emphasizes neurosurgical intervention readiness and seamless patient care coordination within the facility. Applicants must hold Board Certification in Neurological Surgery and have proven inpatient neurosurgery experience.

Qualifications

• Board-certified neurosurgeon required.
• Inpatient neurosurgery experience preferred.
• Proven ability to work in high-stakes surgical settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24-hour call coverage for inpatient neurological surgery services.
• Maintain continuous on-site availability for surgical interventions during all shifts.
• Collaborate with hospital teams to coordinate patient care during coverage periods.

Skills

Neurosurgery

Inpatient care

Call coverage

Education

Board Certification in Neurological Surgery

Job description

This Job at a Glance

This Job at a GlanceJob Reference Id: ORD-MD-VATitle: MD Dates Needed: Week of Oct 5, 19, 26 Shift Type: 24-Hour Shift Assignment Type: Inpatient Call Required: Yes Board Certification Required: Yes Job Duration: Locums

About the Facility

This mid-sized hospital maintains the clinical infrastructure and established protocols necessary to support on-site inpatient neurosurgical call coverage. The facility provides inpatient neurosurgical services with resources in place to ensure coordinated patient care delivery throughout all assigned coverage periods.

About the Facility Location

The region offers a range of outdoor and cultural attractions suited to varied interests. Clinicians on assignment may explore regional parks, historic trails, and water activities across the area's diverse landscape. Additional leisure options include green spaces, shopping districts, farm experiences, wineries, and breweries, as well as day trips to nearby metropolitan areas during time away from clinical responsibilities.

About the Clinician's Workday

The neurosurgeon will provide 24-hour call coverage for inpatient neurological surgery services at this on-site facility, with shifts structured from 0700 to 0700. Call coverage is a required component of this assignment, and the clinician must maintain continuous on-site availability for surgical interventions throughout all assigned coverage periods. Board certification in neurological surgery is required for all clinicians considered for this role.

Additional Job Details

Case Load/PPD: TBDCall Ratio/Schedule: 24 hour callLocation Type: On-SiteGovernment: No