Perm - Physician - Surgery - Neuro Pueblo, CO

Job Description

Neurosurgeon - General Neurosurgery with Elective Spine Focus

Location : Pueblo, Colorado

Facility : UCHealth Medical Group and Neurosurgery Department, Pueblo, CO

Position Type : Full-Time, Permanent

Overview :

UCHealth Medical Group in Pueblo, Colorado, is seeking a highly qualified, compassionate, and collaborative Neurosurgeon to join our established neurosurgery team. This is an excellent opportunity to serve an underserved community while practicing in a supportive, state-of-the-art environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to patient-centered care and will be eager to develop a specialty in elective spine surgery.

Key Responsibilities :

• Provide comprehensive neurosurgical care in inpatient, outpatient, and clinic settings, including consultations, operative procedures, and follow-up care.
• Manage a diverse caseload, averaging 8-12 patients daily in clinic, supplemented by surgical cases driven by clinical need.
• Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team, including advanced practice providers and pain specialists, to deliver integrated patient care.
• Participate in on-call responsibilities, including ER coverage (approximately 7 days per month), with remote imaging review and minimal in-person duty.
• Handle approximately one weekend call per month, contributing to the hospital's 24 / 7 trauma and emergency services.
• Engage in professional development and contribute to building a robust elective spine practice, supporting community health needs.
• Utilize advanced neuro-navigation tools, including Globus Robot and Stryker systems, to enhance surgical precision.
• Maintain documentation through EPIC EMR system, ensuring compliance with healthcare standards and documentation accuracy.

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Location : 400 West 16th Street, Pueblo, CO 81003

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter. Join UCHealth and help us improve lives through innovative neurosurgical care.