Neurosurgery Physician

We are seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Neurosurgery Physician to join a well-established, multi-state surgical group in Sacramento, California. This role offers an excellent balance of acute care neurosurgery, inpatient consultative services, and operative opportunities, supported by a collaborative, high-acuity clinical team.

The Neurosurgery Physician will play a critical role in managing acute neurosurgical cases presenting through the Emergency Department and transfer center. The position focuses on inpatient consults, trauma-related cases, and performing necessary neurosurgical procedures in coordination with experienced ED physicians, hospitalists, and a well-staffed ICU team.

Compensation $457,500

Plus Benefits Including:

• Competitive salary
• Strong work-life balance
• Robust benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• CME allowance: $2,500 annually
• Option to perform elective procedures with 60% of collections
• Long-term stability within a respected surgical group with 25+ years of experience  

Responsibilities 

• Provide neurosurgical consultation for emergency and inpatient cases
• Evaluate and manage trauma-related neurosurgical conditions
• Perform emergent and indicated neurosurgical procedures
• Collaborate closely with ED physicians, hospitalists, intensivists, and nursing staff
• Maintain high standards of patient care, safety, and satisfaction

 Schedule 

• Predictable schedule: 26 weeks per year (approximately 2 weeks per month)
• 183 days annually qualifies as full-time
• Per diem and part-time options available
• Opportunity to perform both elective and emergency procedures 

Requirements 

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurosurgery
• Active California medical license or ability to obtain
• Strong communication skills with a focus on patient satisfaction
• Demonstrated clinical excellence and ability to thrive in a team-based environment 

Sacramento, California is a vibrant capital city offering a lower cost of living than many major California metros, easy access to the Sierra Nevada, Napa Valley, and San Francisco, and a growing food, arts, and outdoor recreation scene along the American and Sacramento Rivers.