Physician - Neurosurgery

Join a team that shares your calling

At MultiCare, you're more than just a job title - you're part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you'll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.

FTE: 1.0 Shift: Day, Schedule: variable

Annual Compensation: Base Salary ($900,000) + Production + Quality Incentive

The surgeons with MultiCare Neurosurgery are highly skilled and have access to some of the region's best and latest imaging, diagnostic equipment and treatment facilities. They collaborate with many other specialists and medical professionals throughout the community, providing patients a full spectrum of care, from diagnosis and treatment, through recovery.

About the Opportunity:

• Join an experienced Neurosurgery Team

• Approximately two clinic days / two OR days per week

• Support from the region's largest outpatient and regional referral center

• Competitive compensation package to include sign on, relocation, and student loan repayment incentives.

• Substantial benefits: medical, dental, annual leave, CME, retirement, and malpractice insurance (including tail)

• Academic affiliations through the University of Washington and Washington State University medical schools are available, as well as research through the MultiCare Research Institute.

Why Spokane:

• A four-season climate to enjoy lakes, rivers, ski resorts, and major national parks

• Endless activities including golf courses, wineries, shopping, museums, and theaters

• An accessible downtown offering incredible arts and delectable dining

• Access to education with esteemed universities and public and private schools

• A welcoming, family friendly city offering exceptional balance of career opportunities and quality of life

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Position Summary

The Neurosurgeon is a key leader within the Neuroscience Institute, delivering advanced surgical care for patients with complex neurological disorders. This role integrates operative expertise with high-acuity inpatient management and outpatient continuity, supporting a broad range of neurosurgical conditions including cranial, spinal, peripheral nerve, and functional disorders.
The Neurosurgeon collaborates with interdisciplinary teams-including neurology, radiology, critical care, and rehabilitation-to ensure evidence-based, patient-centered care. This position offers opportunities to contribute to institutional growth through innovation, education, and participation in multidisciplinary case reviews, quality initiatives, and clinical research.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage patients with neurosurgical conditions through outpatient clinic, hospital consultation, and pre-operative planning

• Perform surgical interventions including cranial, spinal, and peripheral nerve procedures

• Provide perioperative management and post-operative care with inpatient rounding and coordination

• Interpret diagnostic studies such as CT, MRI, and neuroangiography to support surgical planning

• Collaborate with specialists in neurology, oncology, trauma, and critical care for comprehensive patient management

• Educate patients and families on procedures, recovery expectations, and ongoing management strategies

• Participate in academic conferences, multidisciplinary team meetings, and protocol development

• Accurately document clinical encounters and maintain compliance with institutional, regulatory, and payer standards

Requirements

• Medical degree (M.D. or D.O.) from an accredited institution

• Completion of neurosurgery residency

• Board certified or board eligible in Neurosurgery

• Licensed or eligible for medical licensure in Washington State by employment start date

• DEA registration, NPI number, and prescriptive authority

• BLS certification for Healthcare Providers from the American Heart Association

• Strong commitment to team-based care, continuous learning, and clinical excellence

About Deaconess Hospital

Founded in 1896, MultiCare Deaconess Hospital is a 388-bed acute-care hospital serving the greater Spokane region. Deaconess is home to a Level III Trauma Center, Certified Chest Pain Center, Primary Stroke Center, Maternal Fetal Medicine program and a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. It is the only hospital in the area with national accreditation in bariatric surgery. Deaconess provides high-quality inpatient, outpatient, surgical, diagnostic and emergency services.

About the Spokane Community

Spokane, in eastern Washington along the Spokane River and near the Selkirk Mountains, offers a vibrant city experience with endless access to outdoor adventure. Residents enjoy lakes, rivers, ski resorts, golf courses, wineries, and nearby national parks, combined with a thriving arts and culture scene. Spokane delivers the perfect balance of city living and Pacific Northwest recreation year-round.

Why MultiCare?

Rooted in the local community

Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.

Growth and education

Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.

Well-being and support

Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.

Living our values

Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.

Belonging for all

Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.

Pacific Northwest lifestyle

Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $900,000.00 - $900,000.00 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant's years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.