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How much do neurosurgery locum tenens jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for neurosurgery locum tenens in the United States is $136.45, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85.34 and $192.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a neurosurgery locum tenens?

A Neurosurgery Locum Tenens job is a temporary position where a neurosurgeon fills in for another physician due to staffing shortages, vacation, or medical leave. These roles allow surgeons to work in different healthcare facilities on a short-term or contractual basis. Locum tenens positions offer flexibility, competitive pay, and the opportunity to gain experience in various clinical settings. They are ideal for neurosurgeons seeking work-life balance or exploring different regions before committing to a permanent role.

What are the primary responsibilities and challenges faced by a neurosurgery locum tenens during an assignment?

As a Neurosurgery Locum Tenens, your primary responsibilities include performing neurosurgical procedures, managing inpatient and outpatient care, and providing on-call coverage as needed. One of the main challenges is acclimating quickly to new hospital settings, workflows, and teams while maintaining high standards of care. You’ll often collaborate closely with hospital staff, anesthesia teams, and other specialists to ensure seamless patient treatment. The variety of environments can be professionally rewarding and allows for the development of diverse clinical and communication skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the neurosurgery locum tenens position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Neurosurgery Locum Tenens, you need board certification in neurosurgery, extensive surgical experience, and a valid medical license for the state of practice. Mastery of advanced surgical equipment, electronic medical record (EMR) systems, and adherence to credentialing protocols are essential. Exceptional interpersonal skills, adaptability, and the ability to quickly integrate into new clinical teams help locum neurosurgeons excel. These competencies ensure that patient care standards remain high and transitions are smooth during temporary assignments.

What cities are hiring for Neurosurgery Locum Tenens jobs?

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What states have the most Neurosurgery Locum Tenens jobs?

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Neurosurgery Locum Tenens jobs near you
Infographic showing various Neurosurgery Locum Tenens job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 29% Locum Tenens, 30% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 36% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $283,824 per year, or $136.5 per hour.

Locum Tenens -Neurosurgery - Montana-236274

Billings, MT • On-site

Delta Locum Tenens
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  • Specialty: Nurse Practitioner €" Neurosurgery

  • Hospital Location: Billings, MT

  • Summary: Seeking a PA/NP with a strong background in neurosurgery, including experience with post-operative care and neurocritical care. Trauma experience needed.

  • Practice Settings: Inpatient

  • Duties: This position does not include OR coverage. It is strictly 100% inpatient floor coverage. Split Between Spinal and Cranial Cases: The case mix varies. At times it may be a 50/50 split between spinal and cranial cases, though this can fluctuate based on surgical volume and patient needs

  • ICU Responsibilities: Yes, the provider will have responsibilities in the MICU, SICU, and ED, so experience in neurocritical care is essential.

  • License: Licensed in MT or IMLC

  • Reason for Coverage: Vacancy

  • Patients Per Shift: 10

  • Hours: 6am to 6pm or 6pm to 6 am

  • On-Call Requirements: None

  • Team Collaboration: The provider will be working with 7 neurosurgeons


ABOUT DELTA LOCUM TENENS
Delta Locum Tenens (DLT), the locum tenens staffing division of The Delta Companies, identifies physicians and advanced practitioners on behalf of healthcare facilities to provide short- and long-term coverage. With flexibility, travel, and malpractice coverage, this award-winning team helps clients recruit quality talent with ease. The company has been recognized with several Best of Staffing® Awards. Visit www.deltalocums.com for more about locum tenens staffing needs.

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