Neurosurgeon

Neurosurgeon Opportunity

This job location is currently located in a Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) and/or Medically Underserved Areas/Populations (MUA/P) Shortage Designation Type

Life at Ascension: Where Purpose Meets Opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits That Help You Thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

How You'll Make An Impact In This Role

This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated Neurosurgeon with an interest and desire to do spine and cranial work to join a busy, well-respected practice, supported by a strong referral base and the full resources of a robust health system network.

• Step into an established, high-performing Neurosurgery practice focused on complex spine and cranial cases along with general neurology. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a stable, nonprofit health system and a large multispecialty group. As an employed physician, you will benefit from deep operational and clinical support and a robust, built-in internal referral network.
• Call Structure: 1:3 call / possibly 1:4
• Practice Setting: The practice is situated within a state-of-the-art hospital featuring a designated Neuro ICU, a Comprehensive Stroke Center, and an established Interventional Pain Program.
• Access to a full spectrum of dedicated colleagues, including Neurosurgery and Neurology Physicians, Advanced Practice Providers (APPs), and Physician Assistants. The team is further supported by Neuropsychologists, Epileptologists, NeuroInterventional Radiology specialists, and Neurohospitalists.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurosurgery.
• Eligible for state medical licensure and DEA registration.

About Columbia St. Mary's Hospital

• Modern 360-bed hospital / medical center
• Serving a population of approximately 560,000
• Integrated referral network
• Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system

Why Physicians Choose Ascension

• Physician-led, collaborative culture
• Long-term practice stability
• National network with local autonomy
• Mission-centered care rooted in service

What Minimum Requirements You'll Need

• Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Wisconsin Medical Examining Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.

What Additional Preferences We're Seeking

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