Neurosurgery Physician

Job Summary Why Join Us Valley Baptist Physician Network offers a rare opportunity to be the region's only neurosurgeon at a DNV Comprehensive Stroke Center — the only one south of San Antonio — with immediate, built-in volume and a fully integrated neuro team behind you. You will operate within a 586‑bed ACS Verified Level II Trauma Center equipped with cutting‑edge technology including Brainlab, AIRO, and da Vinci robotics, supported by a dedicated interdisciplinary team of endovascular neurologists, neurohospitalists, and physiatrists. This is a community that genuinely needs you, in a health system that has been the regional standard‑bearer for nearly 100 years. If you're looking for clinical impact, financial upside, and long‑term stability, the Rio Grande Valley delivers all three. Position Highlights Solo neurosurgeon with a fully built‑out neuro infrastructure: two endovascular neurologists, two neurohospitalists, outpatient neurology (general, epilepsy, stroke), and two physiatrists Approximately two clinic days per week, 15–20 patients per day Surgery days as needed with block OR time available Call: 10 days/month of paid primary call plus 10 backup call days (backup rarely activated) Paid call at $2,800/day in addition to base salary and production bonuses Dedicated Certified First Assists in the OR Clinic located in the professional building directly attached to Valley Baptist Medical Center – Harlingen State‑of‑the‑art 14‑bed Neuro ICU Privileges at Valley Baptist – Harlingen with potential for additional privileges at sister facility in Brownsville EMR: Cerner Visa sponsorship available for J1 and H1B non‑cap exempt candidates What We Offer Competitive base salary plus production bonuses Paid call compensation at $2,800 per day Dedicated OR support with Certified First Assists Access to advanced surgical technology including Brainlab, AIRO, and da Vinci robotics Visa sponsorship (J1 and H1B non‑cap exempt) Malpractice insurance provided Health, dental, and life insurance 401(k) with employer matching Deferred compensation program Relocation assistance Candidate Requirements M.D. or D.O. from an accredited medical school Successful completion of an ACGME‑accredited Neurosurgery residency Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurosurgery Texas medical license or eligibility to obtain one Why Harlingen Harlingen sits at the heart of the Rio Grande Valley, one of Texas's fastest‑growing regions, where year‑round semi‑tropical weather, no state income tax, and an exceptionally low cost of living make for an enviable lifestyle. South Padre Island's beaches are just an hour away, and the area's family‑friendly communities are served by strong local schools and a welcoming, tight‑knit culture. For physicians who want to build a life — not just a career — Harlingen is an easy choice. Equal Employment Opportunity Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Tenet participates in the E‑Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information. E‑Verify: The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations. #J-18808-Ljbffr