Physician DMO/Clinical Chief - Neurosurgery

Sentara Health; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 760,000 - 893,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

403b/401a retirement with match

Licensure reimbursement

CME allowance

Job summary

Sentara Health in Norfolk, VA seeks a Clinical Chief of Neurosurgery to lead clinical care and program development. The role combines patient-focused leadership with strategic growth across cranial, spine, and neuro-oncology services within a large academic health system.

You will collaborate with EVMS at ODU and participate in residency development while guiding quality and safety initiatives in a multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• MD/DO degree and Virginia license required.
• Board certification in Neurosurgery is required.
• Minimum five years practicing physician experience and at least one year in leadership.
• Academic engagement and training responsibilities may be involved.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and operational oversight for the Neurosurgery division.
• Lead a 70% clinical and 30% administrative split.
• Partner with EVMS at ODU for academic and residency initiatives.
• Drive growth across cranial, spine, and neuro-oncology services.
• Champion multidisciplinary care models and quality improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical leadership

Communication

Education

MD/DO

Board Certified in Neurosurgery

Tools

Epic EHR

Job description

City/State Norfolk, VA Work Shift First (Days) Provider Specialty Neurosurgery

Overview

Sentara Health is seeking a Clinical Chief of Neurosurgery in Norfolk, VA to serve a key role in ensuring clinical excellence, operational performance, and strategic growth of the neurosurgery division. We are seeking a physician leader with a visionary, growth-oriented mindset—someone equally passionate about advancing clinical care and supporting the next generation of neurosurgeons through academic engagement and training. This leader will play a critical role in further developing a high-performing, multidisciplinary neuroscience program, with a focus on expanding cranial, spine, neuro-oncology, and neuropsychology services.

Position Highlights

• Provide clinical leadership and operational oversight for the Neurosurgery division
• 70% clinical and 30% administrative split
• Clinical Environment: State-of-the-art ORs, advanced neurosurgical technologies, comprehensive outpatient clinics, and an experienced multidisciplinary team
• Support planning, accreditation, and launch of the upcoming neurosurgery residency program
• Serve as a key clinical and academic partner with Macon & Joan Brock Virginia Health Sciences at Old Dominion University (EVMS at ODU), one of the largest and most comprehensive academic health sciences centers in Virginia
• Engage with a robust academic environment supporting 460+ residents and fellows across 50+ ACGME-accredited programs, with opportunities to shape neurosurgical training and education
• Collaborate across a large, interdisciplinary enterprise spanning five health sciences schools and 50+ academic programs, advancing innovation in neurosurgical education, research, and patient care
• Academic/Research: Academic appointment and research funding support available through EVMS at ODU
• Drive strategic growth and program development across cranial, spine, and neuro-oncology services
• Champion the integration and expansion of neuropsychology and multidisciplinary care models
• Lead initiatives focused on quality, patient safety, and clinical outcomes improvement
• Support recruitment, mentorship, and engagement efforts within the division
• Partner with hospital and system leadership on operational strategy, resource planning, and service line growth

Reports to: VP/CMO, Surgical Services, Sentara Medical Group

Benefits Highlights

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• 403b/401a retirement plans with employer matching
• Licensure reimbursement
• Malpractice with tail coverage
• 7,500 annual CME allowance
• 501(c)(3) nonprofit (PSLF eligible)
• Annual quality performance incentive
• Generous paid time off
• Fully integrated EHR (Epic)

Minimum Requirements

• M.D. or D.O., licensed to practice in Virginia
• Board Certified in Neurosurgery
• At least five years of experience as a practicing physician
• At least one year of leadership experience

Life in Coastal Virginia

Life in coastal Virginia offers rich and diverse recreational and cultural opportunities, complemented by historic sites and highly rated schools. Enjoy miles of sandy beaches, boating, fishing, and outdoor recreation—or explore dining and entertainment at Norfolk’s vibrant Waterside District.

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is 759,990.40 - 892,507.20 annually. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call pay, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs. Note: If an annual salary is posted, it is based on a full-time colleague working 2,080 hours annually. Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits.

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to 10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance – 5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down – 10,000
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met

Providers at Sentara are eligible for special benefits such as Annual CME Allowance and 100% malpractice and tail coverage. Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves. In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco‑free environment.

For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs providers in the following states: North Carolina, Nevada, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia and Wisconsin.

Sentara Health is a Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina based not‑for‑profit integrated healthcare provider that has been in business for over 131 years. Offering hundreds of sites of care including 12 hospitals, PACE, home health, hospice, medical groups, imaging services, therapy, outpatient surgery centers, and an 858,000 member health plan. The people of the communities that we serve have nominated Sentara “Employer of Choice” for over ten years. U.S. News and World Report has recognized Sentara as having the Best Hospitals for 15+ years. Sentara offers professional development and a continued employment philosophy!