Surgery - Neurosurgery Physician

Company: Jackson and Coker Locum Tenens
Location: Hickory
Posted on: June 15, 2026

Job Description:

Neurosurgery Locums Job in North Carolina Call Only Beginning ASAP - Ongoing Assignment

Coverage Details
Start as soon as credentialed
Estimated credentialing: 30 days for temporary privileges (clean background required)
Will accept multiple providers

Shift Description
Beeper call only coverage, 8AM - 8PM
3-5 days per month on weekday and weekends, no clinical coverage

Call Details
Call response time: 20 minutes
Call ratio: 1:3
Average 8 phone consults per 24 hours
Average 3 patients per shift
Admissions average: varies 1-2
APPs are on first call

Requirements
BC in Neurosurgery
Fellowship
Active NC license ONLY
ACLS
ATLS
BLS
ABLS

Required Procedures / Skills
General neurosurgery: Adult + Pediatric
Cerebrovascular: Open, Endovascular
Carotid or Vertebral artery surgery
Aneurysm clipping
Tumors
Neuroendocrine surgery
Stereotactic radiosurgery
Functional
Seizure
VP shunt
Skull base surgery
Spinal surgery with instrumentation
Cervical
Thoracic
Lumbar
Spinal surgery w/o instrumentation
Cervical
Thoracic
Lumbar
Peripheral nerve surgery
Pain procedures
Endovascular procedures
Placement of ICP monitors
Application of external traction
Vent management
Central line placement
Laser certification (specify type)

Assignment Details
Beds in department: 5
Support staff: 3 RNs
EMR: Ingenious Med, Athena, Cerner

The Jackson and Coker Advantage:
Join a team that prioritizes your peace of mind so you can focus on patient care.
Elite Coverage: Top-rated malpractice insurance.
Seamless Logistics: Full-service in-house travel agency and credentialing coordinators.
Constant Support: 24/7 recruiter availability to handle any issues in real-time.
Experience the standard of excellence recognized by Forbes and Staffing Industry Analysts.

Apply Today!

Amanda Williams
Recruiting Consultant

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