Neurosurgeon Spine MD/DO - St. Petersburg, Florida

Spine-focused Neurosurgeon Opportunity

We are seeking a spine-focused neurosurgeon to join a collaborative, hospital-based practice in St. Petersburg, Florida. This position is ideal for a neurosurgeon with at least one year of post-training experience who is interested in providing high-quality surgical care for patients with complex spinal conditions. The neurosurgeon spine will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based, patient-centered care in a growing and well-supported clinical environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Evaluate, diagnose, and surgically manage patients with degenerative, traumatic, neoplastic, and complex spinal disorders.
• Perform a broad range of spine procedures, including minimally invasive and open surgical techniques, consistent with training and experience.
• Provide preoperative consultation, patient education, and shared decision-making regarding surgical options and expected outcomes.
• Manage postoperative care, including inpatient rounding, complication management, and coordination of follow-up care.
• Collaborate with orthopedic spine surgeons, pain management specialists, neurologists, hospitalists, and rehabilitation teams.
• Participate in on-call coverage and spine-related emergency consultations as required.
• Maintain timely, accurate, and complete documentation in the electronic health record.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, peer review, and departmental meetings.
• Adhere to hospital policies, patient safety standards, and evidence-based clinical guidelines.

Skills and competencies required include:

• Strong clinical judgment and technical expertise in spine surgery.
• Excellent surgical skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care.
• Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.

Schedule and work environment:

• Hospital-based practice with operating room, inpatient, and consult responsibilities.
• Full-time position with shared call coverage.

Commonwealth Medical Services