Neurosurgeon in Houston, TX
Houston, Texas, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Surgery-Neurosurgery
Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Full-Time
Work Environment Clinic/Private Practice
Location 77043, Houston, Texas, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 12/03/24

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Neurosurgeon to join our esteemed medical team in Texas. The successful candidate will be responsible for diagnosing and surgically treating disorders of the nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in neurosurgery, excellent clinical skills, and a commitment to providing the highest quality of patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Patient Care: Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with neurological disorders requiring surgical intervention.
  • Surgical Procedures: Perform complex neurosurgical operations, including but not limited to brain and spinal surgeries, minimally invasive procedures, and trauma surgeries.
  • Consultation: Provide expert consultation and collaborate with other medical professionals, including neurologists, radiologists, and oncologists, to develop comprehensive treatment plans.
  • Preoperative and Postoperative Care: Oversee the complete surgical process, from preoperative evaluation and preparation to postoperative care and rehabilitation.
  • Research and Development: Participate in clinical research and contribute to advancements in neurosurgical techniques and treatments.
  • Education and Training: Mentor and train medical students, residents, and fellows in neurosurgical practices and procedures.
  • Compliance: Ensure all practices and procedures comply with medical regulations and hospital policies.

Qualifications:

  • Education: MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
  • Training: Completion of an accredited neurosurgery residency program.
  • Certification: Board certification in Neurosurgery.
  • Licensure: Valid medical license to practice in the state of Texas.
  • Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in neurosurgery preferred, but not required.
  • Skills: Proficient in advanced neurosurgical techniques, excellent hand-eye coordination, strong decision-making abilities, and exceptional communication skills.

Job Responsibilities

Patient Care: Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with neurological disorders requiring surgical intervention.
Surgical Procedures: Perform complex neurosurgical operations, including but not limited to brain and spinal surgeries, minimally invasive procedures, and trauma surgeries.
Consultation: Provide expert consultation and collaborate with other medical professionals, including neurologists, radiologists, and oncologists, to develop comprehensive treatment plans.
Preoperative and Postoperative Care: Oversee the complete surgical process, from preoperative evaluation and preparation to postoperative care and rehabilitation.
Research and Development: Participate in clinical research and contribute to advancements in neurosurgical techniques and treatments.
Education and Training: Mentor and train medical students, residents, and fellows in neurosurgical practices and procedures.
Compliance: Ensure all practices and procedures comply with medical regulations and hospital policies.

Qualifications

Education: MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
Training: Completion of an accredited neurosurgery residency program.
Certification: Board certification in Neurosurgery.
Licensure: Valid medical license to practice in the state of Texas.
Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in neurosurgery preferred, but not required.
Skills: Proficient in advanced neurosurgical techniques, excellent hand-eye coordination, strong decision-making abilities, and exceptional communication skills.