Locums Neurosurgeon — High Pay $4,500/Shift, Travel & Malpractice Covered in Carbondale, IL

Join a growing neurosurgical team in Carbondale, Illinois, as a Locum neurosurgeon and help deliver high‑quality, patient-centered care to the region. This role offers a steady PRN (as‑needed) schedule with competitive pay and full support from the group.

What you’ll do

• Provide comprehensive surgical and clinical care for patients with neurological conditions.
• Perform a wide range of neurosurgical procedures with precision and clinical excellence.
• Manage both inpatient and outpatient neurosurgical cases.
• Participate in assigned call coverage.
• Work closely with a multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.
• Stay current with advances in neurosurgery and apply best practices.
• Contribute to education and training of medical students and residents as needed.

Schedule and pay

• PRN (as needed)
• $4,500 per shift

What we’re looking for

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an accredited neurosurgery residency.
• Board certified in neurosurgery.
• Active Illinois medical license, or the ability to obtain one.
• Strong surgical skills with experience across a broad range of neurosurgical procedures.
• Compassionate, team‑oriented approach to patient care.

Extras and support

• Above‑market hourly/shift rate.
• All travel arrangements handled and booked by the group (in addition to per‑shift pay).
• Malpractice and tail insurance covered.
• Personal locums consultant to assist with credentialing and scheduling.

About Carbondale
Carbondale is a friendly university town with easy access to outdoor recreation, regional wineries, and local cultural amenities. It’s a great place to balance meaningful professional work with a high quality of life.