Locum - Physician - Surgery - Neuro

Covering Details

Schedule

Friday 7 AM - Monday 7 AM, every weekend

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Setting

Inpatient care, Level 1 Trauma Center, on-call requirements

Electronic Medical Record (EMR) System

Epic

Clinical Responsibilities

Management of Adult and Trauma Neurosurgery Cases Including

• Tumor resection
• Hemorrhage control
• Trauma repairs
• Shunt insertion and revision
• Cranial burr hole procedures
• Insertion of intracranial pressure monitors
• Management of intracranial hemorrhages
• Care for traumatic brain injuries and neurocritical conditions
• Ventricular taps/ventriculoperitoneal shunt management
• Lumbar punctures and lumbar drain placements
• CSF sampling from shunts or external ventricular drains
• EEG interpretation
• Intracranial pressure (ICP) and cerebral perfusion pressure (CCP) data management
• Application and management of hypothermia techniques

Facilities and Resources Available

• Fully equipped ORs with specialized neurosurgical instruments
• Access to diagnostic imaging
• Anesthesia support
• ICU/neurocritical care unit for postoperative management
• Emergency services and blood bank as needed

Support Team

• Neurosurgery attending physicians
• Neurosurgery Advanced Practice Providers (2 during the day, 1 at night)
• Operating room nursing and technical staff
• Anesthesia providers
• ICU/neurocritical care nursing staff

Teaching and Supervision

• Yes, tailored to the provider's training and privileges, primarily for APP supervision.

Coverage Reason

• Addressing gaps in existing coverage.

Critical Requirements

• Candidates must commit to the full coverage period of Friday 7 AM - Monday 7 AM without exceptions.

EMR Training

• Mandatory training must be accomplished prior to the start date, with no options to test out. Training sessions are held on Tuesdays and Fridays at 8 AM MT.

*Shift Description:

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• Shifts are from Friday 7 AM to Monday 7 AM; coverage required every weekend post-credentialing.

Weekend and On-Call Requirements

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• Yes, participation in both is necessary.

Qualifications

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• Board Certification in Neurological Surgery (mandatory)
• Active Colorado Medical License or IMLC with LOQ (mandatory)
• Current ACLS, BLS, ATLS certifications, and DEA registration (highly preferred; must be obtained during credentialing)
• Fellowship training (highly preferred but not obligatory)
• Competence in spinal instrumentation required
• Local or drive-in candidates preferred
• Must disclose availability between January 25, 2027, and April 30, 2027, at the time of presentation (mandatory)
• Must specify the number of shifts per month the provider can commit to (mandatory)
• Acknowledge understanding of and commitment to EMR training requirements to avoid delays in the start date (mandatory)

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Proficiency in all required procedures to be confirmed prior to name clearance (mandatory)

Background and Certification Requirements:**

• Clean malpractice and background checks (mandatory)
• Self-Query from NPDB must be uploaded
• Certification Requirements: ACLS, BLS, ATLS, Board Certification
• License Requirements: Active in Colorado