NeuroSurgery Attending Physician (Per Diem)

SurgeryPer Diem

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Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Neurosurgeon to join our medical team.

The responsibilities of a Neurosurgeon include diagnosing conditions, providing treatments, and performing surgeries related to the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves.

The ideal candidate is knowledgeable about the latest techniques in neurosurgery and is capable of using modern diagnostic equipment.

They should also have exceptional hand-eye coordination, problem-solving skills, and strong communication abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Perform surgeries on the brain, spinal cord and peripheral nerves to remove tumors, relieve chronic pain, restore function, and correct deformities.
  • Diagnose and treat disorders of the central and peripheral nervous system including congenital anomalies, trauma, tumors, vascular disorders, infections of the brain or spine, stroke, or degenerative diseases of the spine.
  • Conduct follow-up appointments to monitor patient recovery and healing.
  • Work in collaboration with other medical professionals to determine treatment plans.
  • Provide consultation services to patients to discuss treatment options.
  • Participate in continuing education activities to maintain and develop expertise.
  • Stay updated about latest advancements in neurosurgery and the treatment of neurological disorders.

Qualifications

  • A medical degree from an accredited school and a license to practice medicine.
  • Completion of residency in Neurosurgery.
  • Board certification in Neurosurgery.
  • Exceptional understanding of neurosurgery practices and methods.
  • Excellent hand-eye coordination and physical stamina.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Proven experience in a clinical role as a Neurosurgeon.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient CareSurgical ProceduresClinical Experience

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates NeuroSurgery Attending Physician (Per Diem) at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Surgery — ranked against 1,279 active Surgery listings on WeekdayDoc.

Surgery — Physician Career Context

The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Surgery by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.6 / 10 · above average in surgeryranked against 1,279 Surgery listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedSurgery median $375k (middle half $350k–$600k)25 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingNew York index 107.9US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Surgery listings in New York49 active1,286 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedNew York physician listings (all specialties): 26% state a sign-on bonus (median $100k) · 17% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
Surgery hiring demand#4 of 28 specialtiespostings stay open a median 40 daysWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 604 postings, 152 closed
New Surgery listings788 in the last 30 days493 the 30 days before (+60%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (1,279 Surgery listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Work-life snapshot

median 5.1this job 6.6
Better work-life than 70% of Surgery listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,279 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in New York

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$875k
Typical market rent
$4,089/mo
Residents’ average commute
40 min
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.