Neurological Surgery, Neurosurgeon Needed: Develop New Elective Practice in SE College Town
Job Description
Forrest Health System has an opportunity to join an established four-physician Neurosurgery practice providing 24/7 in-house trauma and hospital coverage.
\nThe practice is seeking a fifth partner to support continued growth and expand elective services across a 500,000+ population catchment area. With strong regional demand and limited competition, the incoming surgeon will have the opportunity to quickly build a thriving practice.
\nThe group utilizes a separated trauma/hospital and elective care model, improving work-life balance and eliminating home call burden. The balance of emergent and elective cases can be tailored to candidate preference.
Position Highlights:\n- \n
- Established 4-physician group adding a 5th due to growth \n
- Immediate patient volume and strong community demand \n
- Customizable mix of trauma and elective cases \n
- In-house coverage model no home call \n
- Large regional referral base (19 counties) \n
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- 545-bed regional referral center \n
- Level II Trauma Center (only one in the region) \n
- 50-bed ICU with 24/7 intensivist coverage \n
- Dedicated Trauma Service with 6 in-house trauma surgeons \n
- Established Hospitalist program \n
- Advanced technology including:\n
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- Zeiss microscopes (Kinevo) \n
- Stryker Navigation \n
- Edge Radiosurgery System \n
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Known as the Hub City, Hattiesburg offers the amenities of a mid-sized city with small-town charm and a strong regional economy.
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- Home to The University of Southern Mississippi \n
- William Carey University (including College of Osteopathic Medicine) \n
- Strong nursing and medical education programs \n
- Major medical hub for South Mississippi \n
- Diverse culture and high quality of life \n
