Surgery - General Physician

Company: Royal Surgical Associates
Location: Hickory
Posted on: June 17, 2026

Job Description:

Opportunity:

Physician (MD) - Neurological Surgery

Job Details:

• PRN position with ongoing coverage needs including upcoming holidays
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• Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) provide first call coverage
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• Average of 3 patient encounters per shift
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• 5-bed department capacity
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• Board certification required with minimum certified status
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• Required certifications include ABLS, ACLS, ATLS, and BLS
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• General neurosurgery experience required for adult patients
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• Preferred experience in cerebrovascular procedures (open and endovascular)
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• Preferred skills in carotid/vertebral artery surgery and aneurysm clipping
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• Tumor surgery experience preferred, including neuroendocrine procedures
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• Stereotactic radiosurgery and functional neurosurgery experience preferred
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• VP shunt and skull base surgery experience preferred
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• Spinal surgery capabilities preferred (cervical, thoracic, lumbar) with and without instrumentation
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• Peripheral nerve surgery and pain procedures experience preferred
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• Endovascular procedures and ICP monitor placement skills preferred
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• Experience with external traction application, ventilator management, and central line placement preferred

Facility:

This regional medical center provides comprehensive healthcare services to the community with a focus on neurological and surgical specialties. The facility maintains modern equipment and dedicated departments to support complex neurosurgical procedures and patient care. The medical center emphasizes quality patient outcomes and maintains appropriate staffing levels with advanced practice providers supporting physician coverage.

Location:

Hickory, NC

Hickory offers a perfect blend of small-town charm and metropolitan amenities in the scenic foothills of North Carolina, with easy access to both the Blue Ridge Mountains and Charlotte metropolitan area. The city provides excellent quality of life with outdoor recreation opportunities, cultural attractions, and a thriving local economy.

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