Neurosurgery Coder Jobs in Edison, NJ (NOW HIRING)

Position Details
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
Spine Neurosurgeon
Department
RWJ - Neurosurgery
Salary Details
A minimum of $144,413
Offer Information
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits
Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Posting Summary
Job Summary: The Faculty member will support the RWJBH & Rutgers Health Neurosurgical service-line. This position will support the Department of Neurosurgery in its clinical and academic mission.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Clinical Responsibilities
1. Demonstrates clinical competence and surgical excellence in neurosurgery.
2. Demonstrates factual knowledge and technical skills in the preoperative evaluation, operative management, and postoperative care of patients, including critical care, with pathologic conditions pertaining to neurosurgical care.
3. Demonstrates the knowledge and surgical experience in evolving techniques, such as endovascular procedures.
4. Maintains compliance with all applicable State, Federal, UNOS, CMS, and Joint Commission laws, rules, regulations and requirements and create policies and procedures that ensure compliance for the programs with the foregoing.
5. Surgically evaluates and treats patients who are determined to require services.
6. Rounds daily on patient(s) in accordance with best practices.
7. Attends departmental and interdepartmental physician meetings, morbidity and mortality conferences, quality improvement process, selection meetings and other meetings deemed as appropriate.
8. Completes required medical documentation for patients' charts in a timely manner according to hospital bylaws. Completes and signs operative reports within 24 hours of surgery.
9. Provides accurate and detailed reports to referring physicians in a timely manner.
10. Provides accurate and complete information required for billing and coding.
11. Provides clear instructions and explanations regarding diagnosis, treatment, medications and follow-up to patients and their respective family members.
12. Collaborates with surgeons, members of the surgical team, nurses, nurse practitioners, ancillary staff and other physicians and promotes a cohesive team environment.
13. Maintains effective working relationships with attending physicians outside of the Department, as well as other Hospital department staff and Administration.
14. Respects others' time, including punctual arrival to meetings and concluding meetings as scheduled.
15. Demonstrates thorough knowledge and adherence to Hospital policies and procedures.
16. Responsible for up to 120 days per year of neurosurgery on-call coverage, based on a schedule mutually agreeable with your department Chair and hospital's CMO.
Position Status
Full Time
Posting Number
25FA0697
Posting Open Date
07/17/2025
Posting Close Date
03/02/2027
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
Candidate Requirements:
• Board certified or eligible in Neurosurgery
• Preference given to Spine fellowship trained
• NJ licensed or eligible for licensure
Certifications/Licenses
Candidate Requirements:
• Board certified or eligible in Neurosurgery
• Preference given to Spine fellowship trained
• NJ licensed or eligible for licensure
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Overview
Statement
Posting Details
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link to Posting
https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/256305
Campus
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus
Rutgers University - New Brunswick
City
New Brunswick
State
NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
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