Job Information
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Neurosurgeon in Tacoma, Washington
Overview
In 2020 united in a fierce commitment to deliver the highest quality care and exceptional patient experience Virginia Mason and CHI Franciscan Health came together as natural partners to build a new health system centered around the patient: Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. Our combined system builds upon the scale and expertise of our nearly 300 sites of care including 11 hospitals and nearly 5000 physicians and providers. Together we are empowered to make an even greater impact on the health and well-being of our communities.
Responsibilities
Neurosurgery Opportunity
Tacoma, WA
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking an experienced, dynamic, and personable Neurosurgeon to join our practice in the Franciscan Medical Group (FMG), consisting of a team of highly respected Neurosurgeons and Advanced Practice Providers on the campus of St. Joseph Medical Center (https://www.vmfh.org/our-hospitals/st-joseph-medical-center) (SJMC), a busy 385-bed Level II trauma center and DNV-certified comprehensive stroke center. We have a large referral capture with immediate case access.
A successful candidate will be responsible for:
A combination of clinical & surgical care involving spinal and cranial conditions. Predominant clinical and surgical care involving spinal conditions, with cranial cases based on surgeon interest.
Encouraging innovation focused on improving quality patient care and the patient experience
Supporting clinical program development and high-quality neurosurgical care
Developing and maintaining a culture that facilitates physician/APP engagement, well-being, diversity, equity and inclusion
The FMG Neurosurgery practice has a close working relationship with our community orthopedic spine surgeons and a strong relationship with our neurosurgery team at Virginia Mason Medical Center in Seattle.
Qualifications
Requirements:
Medical Degree
Board Certification or Board Eligible (American Board of Neurological Surgery)
Spine Fellowship Training
At least two years of experience in cranial and spine trauma.
Washington State Medical License in good standing, and an active DEA in good standing prior to start date
Pay Range
$305.36 to $560.38 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.