Physician - Neurointerventional Surgery Fellowship

Baptist Health; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health in Jacksonville, Florida, offers a specialized 12-24 month fellowship in Neurointerventional Surgery, focusing on developing clinically skilled, research-oriented neurovascular surgeons. The program provides extensive hands-on experience with a range of techniques in cerebrovascular surgery.

Fellows will engage in surgical procedures, ICU management, and research while being supervised by experienced faculty. Eligible candidates must have a background in neurosurgery, neurology, or radiology and must secure appropriate licensure.

Qualifications

• Education in relevant medical fields.
• Board eligibility or certification preferred.
• Licensure for Florida, either Limited or Full License.

Responsibilities

• Participate in ICU rounds and neurovascular patient management.
• Engage in research and academic development.
• Conduct advanced surgical and endovascular procedures.
• Oversee operative scheduling as Chief Fellow.
• Participate in on-call schedules and departmental conferences.

Skills

Strong background in neurosurgery

Experience in neurology or radiology

Education

Background in Neurosurgery, Neurology, or Radiology

Job description

Fellowship Overview

This 12-24-month fellowship in Neurointerventional Surgery provides specialized training in cerebrovascular (CV) surgery, integrating both microsurgical and endovascular techniques. The program is designed to develop clinically skilled, research-oriented neurovascular surgeons who will become leaders in the field.

Fellows will gain extensive experience in cerebral angiography, advanced neurovascular interventions, and cerebrovascular microsurgery. Baptist Health has performed over 1,400 endovascular procedures and over 800 cranial cases, offering extensive hands‑on experience to trainees.

Curriculum

• Hands‑on surgical and endovascular procedures
• ICU rounds and neurovascular patient management
• Research and academic development
• Pediatric cerebrovascular training

Training Structure

First‑Year Fellow (Junior Fellow)

• Focuses on ICU rounds, clinical service, and basic endovascular skills
• Intensive simulator‑based training
• Assists senior fellows and faculty in basic and advanced procedures
• Direct supervision and quarterly evaluations

Second‑Year Fellow (Senior Fellow)

• Serves as Chief Fellow with administrative responsibilities
• Oversees operative scheduling, on‑call coverage, and team management
• Primary surgeon in complex surgical and interventional cases (under supervision)
• Special focus on pediatric cerebrovascular surgery
• Advanced training in:
  • Aneurysms
  • AVMs
  • AVFs
  • Carotid disease
  • Acute stroke management
  • Cerebral revascularization
  • Pediatric neurovascular pathologies

Call Responsibilities

• Fellows are assigned to faculty services and rotate through attending teams
• Monthly 24‑hour call schedule arranged among fellows
• Fellows may opt to cover general neurosurgery if board‑eligible/certified
• Required to participate in Monday, Thursday, and Friday conferences and clinic hours when not in OR/IR

Eligibility Criteria

• Education: Neurosurgery, Neurology, or Radiology background
• Board Eligibility/Certification: Preferred but not mandatory (international fellows accepted)
• Licensure: Florida Limited License (International Fellows) or Full License (U.S. Graduates)
• Skills/Experience: Strong background in neurosurgery, neurology, or radiology

Location

Downtown – 841 Building, Jacksonville, Florida

Duration

1‑2 years (based on experience and training)

Fellowship Type

OFF THE MATCH Non‑ACGME/CAST Certified (guided by ACGME Competencies)