Neurosurgeon Physician

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