Neurosurgeon Physician

Neurosurgeon Position

We are seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Neurosurgeon to join an established neurosurgical program in Rapid City, South Dakota. This position is exclusively focused on acute care neurosurgery and trauma, with no elective procedures. The physician will provide comprehensive care for patients with traumatic neurosurgical injuries in an ACS-verified Level II Trauma Center and work in a high-acuity environment requiring rapid response and expert clinical decision-making.

The program offers strong APP support, excellent trauma and ICU services, and a fully staffed follow-up clinic to support continuity of care.

Position Highlights

• Approximately 183 flexible 24-hour shifts per year
• Acute care and trauma-focused neurosurgery
• No elective procedures
• ACS-verified Level II Trauma Center
• High-acuity clinical environment
• Strong APP support
• Excellent trauma and ICU services
• Fully staffed follow-up clinic

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide acute care neurosurgical services for trauma patients, including evaluation, diagnosis, surgical intervention, and postoperative management
• Manage traumatic neurosurgical injuries in emergency and inpatient settings
• Collaborate with Trauma, Critical Care, Emergency Medicine, and other multidisciplinary teams
• Provide timely, evidence-based care for high-acuity patients
• Participate in follow-up clinics to ensure continuity of care for trauma patients
• Supervise and collaborate with APPs to enhance patient care delivery
• Develop and adhere to standardized clinical protocols
• Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurosurgery
• Fellowship training in trauma or demonstrated trauma experience required
• Unrestricted South Dakota medical license
• ATLS certification preferred
• Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
• Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Professional growth and development opportunities