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Job description
We are seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Neurosurgeon to join an established neurosurgical program in Rapid City, South Dakota. This position is exclusively focused on acute care neurosurgery and trauma , with no elective procedures. The physician will provide comprehensive care for patients with traumatic neurosurgical injuries in an ACS-verified Level II Trauma Center and work in a high-acuity environment requiring rapid response and expert clinical decision-making.
The program offers strong APP support, excellent trauma and ICU services, and a fully staffed follow-up clinic to support continuity of care.
Position Highlights
Approximately 183 flexible 24-hour shifts per year
Acute care and trauma-focused neurosurgery
No elective procedures
ACS-verified Level II Trauma Center
High-acuity clinical environment
Strong APP support
Excellent trauma and ICU services
Fully staffed follow-up clinic
Clinical Responsibilities Provide acute care neurosurgical services for trauma patients, including evaluation, diagnosis, surgical intervention, and postoperative management
Manage traumatic neurosurgical injuries in emergency and inpatient settings
Collaborate with Trauma, Critical Care, Emergency Medicine, and other multidisciplinary teams
Provide timely, evidence-based care for high-acuity patients
Participate in follow-up clinics to ensure continuity of care for trauma patients
Supervise and collaborate with APPs to enhance patient care delivery
Develop and adhere to standardized clinical protocols
Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
Qualifications MD or DO degree
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurosurgery
Fellowship training in trauma or demonstrated trauma experience required
Unrestricted South Dakota medical license
ATLS certification preferred
Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills
Benefits Competitive compensation package
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement plan
Paid time off
Professional growth and development opportunities
Worksite address
rapid city, SD, 57700, US
Who can apply
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