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Locum Skull Base Neurosurgery Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Join a comprehensive, highly skilled team including 3 Head & Neck Microvascular Surgeons, Skull Base Neurosurgery & Neurointerventional specialists, 3 General Otolaryngologists, ENT Allergy services ...

Otolaryngology Physician

Kansas City, MO ยท On-site

$308K - $341K/yr

... dedicated skull base neurosurgeons in a multidisciplinary program Broad support from specialists in facial plastics and reconstructive surgery, head and neck oncology with microvascular ...

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

As of Aug 10, 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 89% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $291,565 per year, or $140.2 per hour.

Neurosurgery Physician - General and Skull

Tenet Practice Resources

Detroit, MI โ€ข On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 23 days ago


Job description

Job Summary Why Join Us

Tenet Healthcare and DMC Medical Group are seeking a fellowship-trained skull base neurosurgeon to join a nationally recognized academic medical center in the heart of Detroit. The Detroit Medical Center is home to a newly established, fully accredited Neuro Critical Care Fellowship program, placing you at the forefront of neurosciences education and innovation. With hospital privileges across all five DMC facilities and a robust support infrastructure, you'll have the resources to practice at the highest level โ€” and the bandwidth to pursue research if you choose.

Position Highlights
  • Mixed practice: general neurosurgery and skull base procedures
  • Typical schedule: 3โ€“4 clinic days and 1โ€“2 OR/procedure/call days per week
  • Shared call among 5 providers with 8 NPs supporting inpatient rounds 24/7
  • 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
  • Research participation welcomed
  • Free parking at all DMC facilities
What We Offer
  • Competitive compensation through a full-time employed model
  • 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
Candidate Requirements
  • MD or DO degree
  • Board eligible or board certified in neurological surgery
  • Completion of an accredited skull base fellowship required
  • Michigan medical license, or eligibility to obtain licensure in the State of Michigan
  • 3โ€“5 years of clinical experience post-training
Why Detroit

Detroit is a city in the midst of a remarkable renaissance โ€” a dynamic blend of deep cultural heritage and forward-looking energy that makes it one of the Midwest's most compelling places to live and work. The city offers an affordable cost of living, thriving neighborhoods like Midtown, Corktown, and Indian Village, and a world-class arts and music scene anchored by the Detroit Institute of Arts and Motown's lasting legacy. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy easy access to the Great Lakes, the Detroit Riverfront, and Michigan's stunning natural landscapes just beyond the city limits. With excellent schools, a diverse and welcoming community, and a cost of living well below the national average for a major metro, Detroit offers physicians an exceptional quality of life at an unmatched value.

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicantโ€™s or employeeโ€™s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
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