Neurosurgery Physician
Reported by 28 physicians · region cohort · total comp, not the employer's posted pay
Overview
- Location
- Tucson, Arizona
- Schedule
- OR block minimum 2 days per week; clinic on non-operative days; inpatient rounding before clinic and between cases · 1:5 rotation, one-week blocks (Monday–Monday) with 30-minute response time
- SalaryDr Signal range
- $870k – $1,000k
- Practice
- Physician-led neuroscience program · Hospital, Level I Trauma Center
28 physician reports · not the employer's posted pay
Role summary
Full-time employed neurosurgery role at a Level I Trauma Center in Tucson with a well-established physician-led program offering spine, neurotrauma, skull base, and cerebrovascular surgery. The position includes a 1:5 call rotation supported by a dedicated PA, clinic volume of 12-14 patients per day, and 4-6 surgeries weekly.
What the posting highlights
- Single hospital (Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital) with full PA support during call
- Care setting: Mixed inpatient and outpatient care with clinic and surgical cases
- APP collaboration or supervision is noted
SalaryDr summary based on the original posting
Posted base pay vs physician-reported total comp
Physician-reported range shown; the employer did not post pay for this role.
Compensation
- What physicians report
- $870k – $1,000k
- Pay context
- SalaryDr Signal · physician-reported
- Report sample
- 28 recent physician reports · region cohort
- Compensation basis
- Estimated total compensation
This is a SalaryDr Signal computed from 28 recent, approved physician reports (region cohort). It is not an employer offer or posted pay; this employer did not disclose pay.
Employer
Tenet Healthcare
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Facility & Community
- Practice setting
- Physician-led neuroscience program
- Facility type
- Hospital, Level I Trauma Center
- Trauma level
- Level I
- EHR
- Not stated in posting
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Work Design
- Schedule
- OR block minimum 2 days per week; clinic on non-operative days; inpatient rounding before clinic and between cases
- Call burden
- 1:5 rotation, one-week blocks (Monday–Monday) with 30-minute response time
- Patient volume
- 12–14 clinic patients per day
- Inpatient / outpatient
- Mixed inpatient and outpatient care with clinic and surgical cases
- Coverage model
- Single hospital (Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital) with full PA support during call
- Admin burden
- Supported by dedicated Physician Assistant, Medical Assistant, and Program Coordinator
- FTE
- 1
- Supervises APPs
- Yes
Visa & Eligibility
- Remote
- No
Source & Verification
- Source
- Official employer source
- Salary label
- SalaryDr Signal
- First seen
- 2 mo ago
- Last verified
- yesterday
- Extraction confidence
- 95%
Full description
Why Join Us
Join a well-established, physician-led neuroscience program with 30 years of history serving Southern Arizona. You'll practice complex spine surgery, neurotrauma, skull base surgery, and cerebrovascular care alongside a cohesive, multidisciplinary team, backed by state-of-the-art technology and a dedicated Physician Assistant, Medical Assistant, and Program Coordinator assigned to your practice. A neurosurgeon-led Neuroendovascular team manages stroke and cerebrovascular services, letting you focus on your clinical practice while benefiting from comprehensive neuroscience support. This is a rare opportunity to build a career within a respected, collaborative program at a Level I Trauma Center.
Position Highlights
Practice & Role
- Employed, full-time Neurosurgery position with Western Neuro, a 30-year established practice
- Spine fellowship training preferred; new graduates welcome to apply
- Join a cohesive multidisciplinary team with decades of experience
- Established referral network and strong regional reputation
- Dedicated Physician Assistant assigned to each neurosurgeon for clinic, first assist, inpatient rounds, and call coverage
- Dedicated Medical Assistant assigned to each neurosurgeon
- Dedicated Program Coordinator supporting clinic and surgical scheduling
Schedule & Call
- OR block time: minimum 2 days per week
- Clinic on non-operative days, with inpatient rounding before clinic and between cases as needed
- Clinic volume: 12–14 patients per day
- Surgical volume: 4–6 surgeries per week average, higher while on call
- Call coverage: one hospital, Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital (Level I Trauma Center)
- Call schedule: 1:5 rotation, one-week blocks (Monday–Monday)
- Full PA support during call, 30-minute response time requirement
OR & Technology
- Four dedicated Neurosurgical Operating Rooms
- Two ORs with Intraoperative CT and BrainLab BrainSuite technology
- Two ORs with comprehensive neuronavigation capabilities
What We Offer
- Strong hospital and administrative support
- Malpractice insurance provided
- Health, dental, and life insurance
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Deferred compensation program
- Relocation assistance
Candidate Requirements
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurosurgery
- Eligible for Arizona medical licensure
- Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care
- Strong team-oriented approach
Why Tucson
Tucson delivers more than 300 days of sunshine a year alongside dramatic desert and mountain scenery, giving you a lifestyle built around the outdoors. Hiking, cycling, and golf are part of everyday life here, complemented by a thriving culinary and cultural scene and excellent schools. You'll find a genuine "big city, small town" feel, with a low cost of living, friendly communities, and a rich blend of history and cultures celebrated year-round through local festivals. It's a place where medical professionals build lasting careers while enjoying an exceptional quality of life.