Neurosurgeon Spine MD​/DO - St. Petersburg

Position Summary

We are seeking a Spine-focused Neurosurgeon to join a collaborative, hospital-based practice in St. Petersburg, Florida. This position is ideal for a neurosurgeon with at least one year of post-training experience who is interested in providing high-quality surgical care for patients with complex spinal conditions. The Neurosurgeon – Spine will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based, patient-centered care in a growing and well-supported clinical environment.

• Evaluate, diagnose, and surgically manage patients with degenerative, traumatic, neoplastic, and complex spinal disorders.
• Perform a broad range of spine procedures, including minimally invasive and open surgical techniques, consistent with training and experience.
• Provide preoperative consultation, patient education, and shared decision-making regarding surgical options and expected outcomes.
• Manage postoperative care, including inpatient rounding, complication management, and coordination of follow-up care.
• Collaborate with orthopedic spine surgeons, pain management specialists, neurologists, hospitalists, and rehabilitation teams.
• Participate in on-call coverage and spine-related emergency consultations as required.
• Maintain timely, accurate, and complete documentation in the electronic health record.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, peer review, and departmental meetings.
• Adhere to hospital policies, patient safety standards, and evidence-based clinical guidelines.

• Strong clinical judgment and technical expertise in spine surgery.
• Excellent surgical skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care.
• Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.

• Hospital-based practice with operating room, inpatient, and consult responsibilities.
• Full-time position with shared call coverage.

• Minimum of one (1) year of post-residency or post-fellowship clinical experience in spine-focused neurosurgery.
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an ACGME- or AOA-accredited Neurosurgery residency program.
• Fellowship training in spine surgery preferred but not required.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Neurosurgery.
• Current, unrestricted Florida medical license or eligibility for licensure.
• DEA registration or eligibility.

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package may include health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, continuing medical education allowance, malpractice coverage, and relocation assistance.