Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Surgery - Neurosurgery in Portland, ME

Doctor of Medicine | Surgery - Neurosurgery
Location: Portland, ME
Employer: Adelphi Locums
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

LocumJobsOnline is working with Adelphi Locums to find a qualified Neurosurgery MD in Portland, Maine, 04107!

JOB OVERVIEW

• Profession: Physician
  
• Specialty: Endovascular Neurosurgery
  
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
  
• Location: Portland, Maine
  
• Service Setting: Inpatient
  
• Coverage Type: Call Only
  
• Coverage Period: Sep 01, 2026 – Ongoing
  
• Shift Schedule: 24 hour inpatient call; scheduled in blocks of 3–4 consecutive days, 10 days per month
  
• Reason for Coverage: Supplemental Coverage
  
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance Covered
  

• Patient Demographics: 100% inpatient; vascular neurosurgical patients only
  
• Admissions: Expected volume includes 170+ mechanical thrombectomies and 100+ intracranial aneurysms annually
  
• Rounding: Not Included
  
• Phone Consults: Yes
  
• Case Mix: Mechanical thrombectomy, ruptured/complex intracranial aneurysms, subarachnoid hemorrhage, intracranial hemorrhage, AVMs, dAVFs, carotid/intracranial occlusive disease
  

• No. of Beds in Department: 929 licensed beds (facility total)
  
• Trauma Level: Level I Trauma Center
  
• EMR System: Epic
  
• Specialty Backup Available: Neurocritical care, stroke neurology, anesthesia, emergency medicine, dedicated Neuro ICU, 24/7 APP support
  
• Support Staff Available: 24/7 Advanced Practice Provider support
  

• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
  
• Temporary Privileges Available: No
  
• Credentialing Timeline: 30-90 days
  

• Mechanical thrombectomy for acute ischemic stroke
  
• Endovascular aneurysm treatment
  
• Diagnostic cerebral angiography
  
• Open vascular neurosurgical procedures when appropriate
  
• Management of ruptured and complex intracranial aneurysms
  
• Treatment of cerebral arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) and dural arteriovenous fistulas (dAVFs)
  
• Peri-procedural inpatient management for cerebrovascular disease
  

• Board: Board Certified
  
• Licenses: Active License or Active Universal License (IMLC) LOQ
  
• DEA: Active DEA Certification
  
• Certifications: Covid and flu vaccine
  
• Experience: Fellowship-trained Endovascular Neurosurgeon; must note overall years of experience and years of locum experience
  
• Other Qualifications: Experience in using EMR & Epic; must provide 2 supervisor and 1 peer references from 12 months; Self-Query NPDB Report pulled within 30 days; must note where the provider will be travelling from
  

• Provide dedicated vascular neurosurgical call coverage (no spine, trauma, tumor, or general neurosurgery)
  
• Perform emergency department and inpatient consultations for urgent and emergent cerebrovascular disease
  
• Interpret advanced cerebrovascular imaging and perform diagnostic cerebral angiography when clinically indicated
  
• Perform mechanical thrombectomy, endovascular aneurysm treatment, and other neuroendovascular procedures
  
• Manage peri-procedural inpatient care exclusively for vascular neurosurgical patients
  

Top Reasons to Choose a Locum Tenens Assignment

1. Access professional development resources and educational programs offered by different facilities, staying updated with the latest medical practices and guidelines.
2. Gain exposure to rural healthcare settings, addressing critical healthcare needs in underserved areas and making a positive impact on local communities.
3. Learn from seasoned professionals and mentors in different clinical environments, benefiting from their expertise and guidance to enhance your own practice.
4. Provide essential healthcare services during crises, such as natural disasters or pandemics, contributing to emergency response efforts and community resilience.
5. Work in environments that prioritize diversity and inclusion, promoting equitable healthcare practices and fostering a sense of belonging for both patients and healthcare providers.

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