Tufts Medicine
The Department of Neurosurgery at Tufts Medical Centeris seeking an outstandingNeurosurgeonto join ourneurosurgerydepartmentand continue to expand a community spine-focused practice atMelrose WakefieldHospitalin Melrose, MA. The applicantwill join a department of 9 neurosurgeons, 10 physician assistants, 6 nurse practitioners, 11 neurosurgical residents, and an established support team.
Weare dedicated to providingthe highest quality care available to our patients while allowing them to stay close to home in their community.Ourneurosurgery teamprovideshope and healing to patients living with nervous system conditionsthroughthe development and implementation ofcomprehensiveneurosurgicaltreatment planstailored to our patients' goals,comfortand well-being.
HowYou’llTransform Patient Care:
You’llbecome part of a growing and comprehensive neurosurgical department that provides the highest level of neurosurgical care
You’llparticipatein anattractivecall schedule shared among the entire department at Tufts Medical Center andMelroseWakefielHospital allowing you tomaintainall ofyour neurosurgicalskills
You’llhave the capability to use the latestcranial and spinal surgical techniques and have access to both cranial and spinal navigation as well asrobotics at Tufts Medical Center.MelroseWakefieldHospital isin the process of evaluatingbudgeting, andobtaining spinal navigation as well as robotics.
You’lldevelop longitudinal relationships with your patients
You’llbe a valuable member of the care team alongside physician colleagues,physician assistants,nurses, medical and administrative assistants, surgicaltechnologistsand anesthesiologists
You’llgrow as a physician as you learn from new colleagues
You’llprovide service and people-focused support to your patients
You’lljoin and contribute to a work environment that is flexible and in-tune with the desires of a modern workforce that values work/life balance
You’llwork cross-functionally with various members of our community and stakeholders
You’llembrace one of our most fundamental values of active engagement within our communities, bringing the strength of academic and community care
You’lljoin an organization built on collaborative practices and community
Practice Highlights The neurosurgery program atMelroseWakefieldhospital, a part of Tufts Medicine, is a comprehensive program that evaluates and treats patients with cranial, spinal, and peripheral nerve disorders. The administration isvery supportiveand dedicated to the growth of neurosurgery.The new hire will be charged with continuing growth in an already expanding spine-focused practice atMelroseWakefieldHospital.The candidate will spend 80-90% of their time atMelroseWakefieldHospital, providing inpatient, outpatient, and operative room care to the patients of the local community. Most procedures performed atMelroseWakefieldHospital are elective spinal procedures.The candidate would have the ability to bring cranial and more complex spine cases to Tufts Medical Center. Currently there are no neurosurgical resident physicians at theMelroseWakefieldsite although many other residencies, including general surgery, rotate through this hospital. Inpatient, outpatient, and operativeassistanceis provided by 2 dedicated neurosurgical physician assistants. The inpatient service involves intensive care and floor level patients in addition to emergency room and off-service consultations, including a Level 3 trauma center.This candidate will also participate in the shared call pool at Tufts Medical Center, an academic level 1 trauma center, to both foster intradepartmental relationship building as well as maintain cranial skill sets. MelroseWakefieldhas dedicated neurosurgical scrub techs, circulating nurses, C-arms, Jackson Tables, Wilson Frames,Mayfields, and Leica Surgical Microscopes. Spinal Navigation and Robotics are currently being budgeted for.Involvement in academic pursuits such as teaching of medical students/residents, attending academic conferences, and/or research can be supported although are not a requirement of this position.Anticipated first year volume of approximately 125 cases and 250+ onceestablished. The Ideal Candidate Will Have: Board certification or eligibility inNeurologicalSurgery(ABNS)
A team player who is excited to work cooperatively with a wide range of stakeholders and disciplines to champion world class patient satisfaction and support
Strong clinical emphasis on elective spine and general neurosurgery.SpineFellowship is notrequiredbut astrongplus
Experienceorstrong desireinsupporting a community-based practice
Theabilitytoparticipateinteaching and academic clinical promotion if desired but notrequired
Current medical license in the Commonwealth of Massachusettsor the ability to obtainalicensefrom the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine isrequired
Work, Live, and Grow: We strive tomaintainan inclusive work environment for all our employees. We offer a competitive salary with competitive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, and more. CME support – yearly reimbursement plus free CME credits offered within our system annually Full malpractice coverage from the day you start, including tail coverage
Robust benefits package including Health, Dental and Vision insurance as well as generous PTO
Location:585 Lebanon Street,Suite 401,Melrose, MA 02176 Application Instructions: Interested candidates shouldsubmita CV and cover letter detailing clinical, academic, and teaching interests to: Dave Rezendes, Senior Physician Recruiter at
david.rezendes@tuftsmedicine.org Contact Information Application Instructions: Interested candidates shouldsubmita CV and cover letter detailing clinical, academic, and teaching interests to: Dave Rezendes, Senior Physician Recruiter at
david.rezendes@tuftsmedicine.org #J-18808-Ljbffr
You’llparticipatein anattractivecall schedule shared among the entire department at Tufts Medical Center andMelroseWakefielHospital allowing you tomaintainall ofyour neurosurgicalskills
You’llhave the capability to use the latestcranial and spinal surgical techniques and have access to both cranial and spinal navigation as well asrobotics at Tufts Medical Center.MelroseWakefieldHospital isin the process of evaluatingbudgeting, andobtaining spinal navigation as well as robotics.
You’lldevelop longitudinal relationships with your patients
You’llbe a valuable member of the care team alongside physician colleagues,physician assistants,nurses, medical and administrative assistants, surgicaltechnologistsand anesthesiologists
You’llgrow as a physician as you learn from new colleagues
You’llprovide service and people-focused support to your patients
You’lljoin and contribute to a work environment that is flexible and in-tune with the desires of a modern workforce that values work/life balance
You’llwork cross-functionally with various members of our community and stakeholders
You’llembrace one of our most fundamental values of active engagement within our communities, bringing the strength of academic and community care
You’lljoin an organization built on collaborative practices and community
Practice Highlights The neurosurgery program atMelroseWakefieldhospital, a part of Tufts Medicine, is a comprehensive program that evaluates and treats patients with cranial, spinal, and peripheral nerve disorders. The administration isvery supportiveand dedicated to the growth of neurosurgery.The new hire will be charged with continuing growth in an already expanding spine-focused practice atMelroseWakefieldHospital.The candidate will spend 80-90% of their time atMelroseWakefieldHospital, providing inpatient, outpatient, and operative room care to the patients of the local community. Most procedures performed atMelroseWakefieldHospital are elective spinal procedures.The candidate would have the ability to bring cranial and more complex spine cases to Tufts Medical Center. Currently there are no neurosurgical resident physicians at theMelroseWakefieldsite although many other residencies, including general surgery, rotate through this hospital. Inpatient, outpatient, and operativeassistanceis provided by 2 dedicated neurosurgical physician assistants. The inpatient service involves intensive care and floor level patients in addition to emergency room and off-service consultations, including a Level 3 trauma center.This candidate will also participate in the shared call pool at Tufts Medical Center, an academic level 1 trauma center, to both foster intradepartmental relationship building as well as maintain cranial skill sets. MelroseWakefieldhas dedicated neurosurgical scrub techs, circulating nurses, C-arms, Jackson Tables, Wilson Frames,Mayfields, and Leica Surgical Microscopes. Spinal Navigation and Robotics are currently being budgeted for.Involvement in academic pursuits such as teaching of medical students/residents, attending academic conferences, and/or research can be supported although are not a requirement of this position.Anticipated first year volume of approximately 125 cases and 250+ onceestablished. The Ideal Candidate Will Have: Board certification or eligibility inNeurologicalSurgery(ABNS)
A team player who is excited to work cooperatively with a wide range of stakeholders and disciplines to champion world class patient satisfaction and support
Strong clinical emphasis on elective spine and general neurosurgery.SpineFellowship is notrequiredbut astrongplus
Experienceorstrong desireinsupporting a community-based practice
Theabilitytoparticipateinteaching and academic clinical promotion if desired but notrequired
Current medical license in the Commonwealth of Massachusettsor the ability to obtainalicensefrom the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine isrequired
Work, Live, and Grow: We strive tomaintainan inclusive work environment for all our employees. We offer a competitive salary with competitive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, and more. CME support – yearly reimbursement plus free CME credits offered within our system annually Full malpractice coverage from the day you start, including tail coverage
Robust benefits package including Health, Dental and Vision insurance as well as generous PTO
Location:585 Lebanon Street,Suite 401,Melrose, MA 02176 Application Instructions: Interested candidates shouldsubmita CV and cover letter detailing clinical, academic, and teaching interests to: Dave Rezendes, Senior Physician Recruiter at
david.rezendes@tuftsmedicine.org Contact Information Application Instructions: Interested candidates shouldsubmita CV and cover letter detailing clinical, academic, and teaching interests to: Dave Rezendes, Senior Physician Recruiter at
david.rezendes@tuftsmedicine.org #J-18808-Ljbffr