Neurosurgeon Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Oklahoma

LocumTenens.com; Auburn (KY); On-site; USD 248,000 - 358,000; Full time

Job summary

LocumTenens.com is aiding a large regional medical center in Oklahoma by recruiting a neurosurgeon to provide high-volume, on-site 24-hour call coverage for inpatient neurological surgery services and operating room cases.

The position requires board certification in neurosurgery and prescriptive authority, with continuous on-site availability during coverage periods and support staff in the OR to ensure coordinated patient care.

Qualifications

• Board-certified neurosurgeon required.
• Prescriptive authority required.
• On-site 24-hour call coverage for inpatient neurosurgery.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-volume 24-hour call coverage for inpatient neurological surgery services and OR cases on-site.
• Coordinate with OR staff to facilitate patient care during coverage periods.

Skills

Inpatient neurosurgery

24-hour call coverage

Education

Board Certification in Neurosurgery

Job description

This Job at a GlanceJob Reference Id: ORD-MD-OKTitle: MDDates Needed: January - OngoingShift Type: 24-Hour CallAssignment Type: Inpatient; ORCall Required: YesBoard Certification Required: YesJob Duration: Locums

This large regional medical center is recognized for advanced specialty care, encompassing heart services, trauma care, transplants, surgery, and emergency medicine. The facility serves as a major referral hospital for complex cases and maintains the clinical infrastructure and established protocols necessary to support on-site inpatient neurosurgical call coverage. Resources are in place to facilitate coordinated patient care delivery throughout all assigned coverage periods.

Oklahoma offers a range of arts and cultural experiences, from festivals showcasing local and Native American artwork to live music, comedy, and performing arts events. The state's Green Country region provides outdoor recreation opportunities including hiking, fishing, and camping, alongside historic attractions such as Route 66 and a variety of museums. Metropolitan areas across the state offer distinct cultural districts, dining, and community events throughout the year.

The neurosurgeon will provide high volume 24-hour call coverage for inpatient neurological surgery services and OR cases on an on-site basis. Call coverage is a required component of this assignment, and clinicians must maintain continuous on-site availability for surgical interventions throughout all assigned coverage periods. Support staff is available in the OR to facilitate coordinated patient care delivery.

Additional Job Details

• Case Load/PPD: High Volume
• Support Staff: Yes, in OR
• Call Ratio/Schedule: Call coverage
• Location Type: On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority Required: Yes
• Government: No