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This full-time employed position offers a mixed practice of general neurosurgery and skull base procedures, supported by a robust infrastructure across five DMC facilities. The role provides an ...

Training and Experience Board certified or board eligible in Neurosurgery Fellowship training or equivalent experience in open cerebrovascular surgery and/or skull base surgery Demonstrated ...

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How much do locum skull base neurosurgery jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for locum skull base neurosurgery in the United States is $291,565.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $250,000.00 and $394,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Locum Skull Base Neurosurgery vs Locum Neurocritical Care?

AspectLocum Skull Base NeurosurgeryLocum Neurocritical Care
Required CredentialsMedical degree, Neurosurgery residency, Board certificationMedical degree, Critical care fellowship, Board certification in neurology or critical care
Work EnvironmentOperating rooms, specialized surgical settingsIntensive care units, emergency departments
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, specialized neurosurgery centersHospitals, ICU units, trauma centers
Common Search & Comparison IntentFocus on surgical procedures and expertiseFocus on critical patient management and acute care

While both roles require advanced medical training and certification, Locum Skull Base Neurosurgery involves performing complex surgical procedures in specialized settings, whereas Locum Neurocritical Care focuses on managing critically ill neurological patients in ICU environments. The choice depends on whether the focus is on surgical intervention or critical patient management.

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Infographic showing various Locum Skull Base Neurosurgery job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $291,565 per year, or $140.2 per hour.

Skull Base Neurosurgeon

Tenet Health

Detroit, MI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago


Tenet Healthcare rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 356 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

669th of 898 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Tenet Healthcare and DMC Medical Group are seeking a fellowship-trained skull base neurosurgeon to join their nationally recognized academic medical center in Detroit, MI. This full-time employed position offers a mixed practice of general neurosurgery and skull base procedures, supported by a robust infrastructure across five DMC facilities. The role provides an opportunity to practice at a high level, with resources for research and participation in a newly established, fully accredited Neuro Critical Care Fellowship program.

Practice Info

  • Primary practice location: DMC Neurosurgery Clinic at Harper Hospital (downtown Detroit)
  • Hospital privileges at all 5 DMC facilities
  • PACS imaging on-site, directly connected to the hospital
  • Supportive ancillary staff and in-house billing, coding, and collections
  • Free parking at all DMC facilities

Responsibilities

  • Perform general neurosurgery and skull base procedures
  • Participate in shared call among 5 providers
  • Pursue research if desired

Compensation

  • Competitive compensation through a full-time employed model
  • Bonus Offered: None

Benefits

  • Physician time off including vacation and CME allowance
  • Marketing support, website development, and practice management services handled for you
  • Malpractice insurance provided, including tail coverage
  • Health, dental, and life insurance
  • 401(k) with employer matching
  • Deferred compensation program
  • Relocation assistance

Shift & Schedule

  • Full Time
  • Typical schedule: 3-4 clinic days and 1-2 OR/procedure/call days per week
  • Shared call among 5 providers with 8 NPs supporting inpatient rounds 24/7

Requirements

  • MD or DO degree
  • BE or BC in neurological surgery
  • Completion of an accredited skull base fellowship required
  • Michigan medical license, or eligibility to obtain licensure in the State of Michigan
  • 3-5 years of clinical experience post-training

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