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Overlake Hospital Medical Center

$250/hr

Pay range: - Hourly $220,000.00 - $850,000.00 Overlake Clinics is currently recruiting for a per diem neurosurgeon with a spine focus, and comfort level with multilevel deformity correction. This ...

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Neurosurgeon, Per Diem

Springfield, MO · On-site

Neurosurgeon, Per Diem * Start: September 2026 * Duration: 6+ months * Shifts: 24-Hour Call * Inpatient * Provider must be licensed in Missouri at the time of joining. * EMR: Epic * Location:

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Neurosurgeon, Per Diem

Johnstown, PA · On-site

Neurosurgeon, Per Diem * Dates: September 4-13, 24-Hour Call * Inpatient * Active Pennsylvania State License or IMLC with LOC in hand required. * EMR: Epic * Location: Pennsylvania KEYWORDS:

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Neurosurgeon, Per Diem

Johnstown, PA · On-site

Neurosurgeon, Per Diem * Dates: September 4-13, 24-Hour Call * Inpatient * Active Pennsylvania State License or IMLC with LOC in hand required. * EMR: Epic * Location: Pennsylvania KEYWORDS:

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Neurosurgeon, Per Diem

Springfield, MO · On-site

Neurosurgeon, Per Diem * Start: September 2026 * Duration: 6+ months * Shifts: 24-Hour Call * Inpatient * Provider must be licensed in Missouri at the time of joining. * EMR: Epic * Location:

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Neurosurgeon, Per Diem

Hickory, NC · On-site

Neurosurgeon, Per Diem * Start: As soon as credentialed * Duration: 6+ months * Shifts: Call Only * Inpatient * Provider must be licensed in North Carolina at the time of joining. * EMR: Athena and ...

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Neurosurgeon, Per Diem

Hickory, NC · On-site

Neurosurgeon, Per Diem * Start: As soon as credentialed * Duration: 6+ months * Shifts: Call Only * Inpatient * Provider must be licensed in North Carolina at the time of joining. * EMR: Athena and ...

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Neurosurgeon, Per Diem

Tampa, FL · On-site

Neurosurgeon, Per Diem * Start: As soon as credentialed * Duration: Ongoing * Shifts: 5-7 days a month * Outpatient clinic, OR, and call coverage. After-hours calls starting at 5 PM. Ideally 5 ...

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Neurosurgeon, Per Diem

Tampa, FL · On-site

Neurosurgeon, Per Diem * Start: As soon as credentialed * Duration: Ongoing * Shifts: 5-7 days a month * Outpatient clinic, OR, and call coverage. After-hours calls starting at 5 PM. Ideally 5 ...

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Pediatric Neurosurgeon, Per Diem

Tampa, FL · On-site

Pediatric Neurosurgeon, Per Diem * Start: As soon as credentialed * Duration: 6+ months * Shifts: On-site approximately 1-2 days per week * Inpatient * Evaluate and perform complex neuro-oncology ...

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Pediatric Neurosurgeon, Per Diem

Tampa, FL · On-site

Pediatric Neurosurgeon, Per Diem * Start: As soon as credentialed * Duration: 6+ months * Shifts: On-site approximately 1-2 days per week * Inpatient * Evaluate and perform complex neuro-oncology ...

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How much do per diem neurosurgeon jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for per diem neurosurgeon 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 a per diem neurosurgeon?

A per diem neurosurgeon is a highly trained medical doctor who specializes in performing surgeries on the brain, spine, and nervous system, but works on an as-needed or temporary basis rather than as a full-time employee. Hospitals or clinics hire per diem neurosurgeons to fill staffing gaps, cover for absent staff, or handle increased patient demand. These surgeons may work in different locations and have flexible schedules, often being compensated at a higher hourly rate due to the lack of benefits and job security that full-time positions offer.

How does a per diem neurosurgeon's workflow and schedule typically differ from a full-time neurosurgeon?

As a per diem neurosurgeon, you will generally have more flexibility in your schedule, taking on shifts or cases as needed rather than adhering to a standard full-time roster. This can mean working at multiple hospitals or filling in for colleagues during peak times or absences. However, the unpredictability of cases and hours can be a challenge, requiring adaptability and strong organizational skills. Per diem neurosurgeons often collaborate closely with hospital staff and full-time neurosurgical teams to ensure continuity of patient care, and they may have fewer administrative duties compared to permanent staff.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a per diem neurosurgeon, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Per Diem Neurosurgeon, you need extensive training in neurosurgery, board certification, and a valid medical license. Proficiency with surgical microscopes, neuro-navigation systems, and electronic medical records is typically required. Excellent decision-making, adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills are crucial for working in diverse clinical environments and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. These skills ensure safe, effective surgical care and the ability to respond to complex neurological emergencies on a flexible, as-needed basis.
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Infographic showing various Per Diem Neurosurgeon job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $291,565 per year, or $140.2 per hour.

Per Diem Neurosurgeon

Overlake Medical Center and Clinics

Bellevue, WA • On-site

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Overlake Medical Center rating

9.2

Company rating: 9.2 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

6th of 1,066 rated hospitals

Job description

Per Diem Neurosurgeon With Spine Focus

Overlake Clinics is currently recruiting for a per diem neurosurgeon with a spine focus, and comfort level with multilevel deformity correction. This role will join our growing group of neurosurgeons and APPs.

Compensation: $5,900 per 24-hour shift

Program highlights:

  • Join a well-established, growing comprehensive multidisciplinary spine program
  • Collaborate with an experienced team of neurosurgical spine specialists
  • Benefit from extensive inpatient and outpatient physiatry services
  • Practice within a large, employed multispecialty medical group
  • Established neurohospitalist coverage and robust outpatient neurology resources
  • Part of a larger system (MultiCare) with a transfer center

Qualifications:

  • MD or DO from an accredited medical school
  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurosurgery
  • Completion of an accredited Neurosurgery residency program
  • Spine fellowship required
  • Training in minimally invasive surgery preferred
  • Willingness to take call for a level 2 trauma center
  • WA medical license prior to start date

If this sounds like an environment where you'll thrive, we'd love to hear from you.

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