Physician, Neurosurgery

Your future role at a glanceSpecialty: NeurosurgerySchedule: Flexible, Full TimePractice Detail: 1 Physician, 3 APPsEMR System: Cerner /athenaFacility: Ascension Sacred HeartLocation: Panama City, FLLife at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunityAscension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military–Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.Benefits that help you thriveComprehensive health coverage:medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA optionsFinancial security & retirement:employer–matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insuranceTime to recharge:pro–rated paid time off (PTO) and holidaysCareer growth:Ascension–paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learningEmotional well–being:Employee Assistance Programcounseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resourcesFamily support:parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefitsOther benefits:optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and moreBenefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up–to–date details during the hiring process.How you'll make an impact in this roleAscensionSacred Heart is looking for a BC/BE Neurosurgery Physician for our Panama City location.This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to partner with Ascension Sacred Heart Bay to pr ovide medical services to patients.Position Highlights:Ascension Sacred Heart is a Fortune Top 15 Health SystemLevel II Trauma CenterJoin an established, respected neurosurgery teamLive and work on the beautiful Gulf Coast of FloridaResponsibilities:Provide medical services to patients in an assigned area.Evaluate and treat patients with appropriate medical diagnostic and treatment skills. Coordinate discharge planning with case management.Recommend, participate in, and work to ensure the success of efforts to improve cost effectiveness and quality of care provided to patients.Accept patient referrals from other physicians. Act as admitting, attending and/or consulting physician for patients who require hospitalization for primary medical diagnoses, depending on needs of patients, medical staff and hospital.Participate in academic programs (eg medical education and research) as requested.Provide appropriate documentation that meets insurance company requirements; appeal all denials in a timely manner.Participate in inpatient and outpatient consultation for specialty, which may include on call schedules.