Spine Surgeon- Lakeland (Finance)

ORGANIZATIONAL SUMMARY:

USF Health's mission is to envision and implement the future of health. It is the partnership of the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine, the College of Nursing, the College of Public Health, the College of Pharmacy, the School of Biomedical Sciences and the School of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Sciences; and the USF Physician?s Group. USF is a global research university ranked 34th in federal research expenditures for public universities. For information regarding the USF Health, please visit our website at http://health.usf.edu/index.html

POSITION SUMMARY:

This is a full-time position in the Department of Neurosurgery & Brain Repair. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop their clinical practice at Lakeland Regional Medical Center (LRMC). The individual may have the opportunity to conduct clinical research. Successful candidates must have a M.D. degree and a Florida medical license or eligibility is required. Salary is negotiable and commensurate with qualifications.

For information regarding the USF Health, please visit our website at http://health.usf.edu/index.htmlMust be fellowship trained in spinal surgery

MINIMUM:

M.D. degree, Neurosurgery residency, and eligible to obtain a FL medical license. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor.Working at USF
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With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.
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About USF
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The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu .
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Compliance and Federal Notices
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This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
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Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws :
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Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
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Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.Outpatient practice/clinic 1-2 days/week. This would include an AM/PM sessions at Lakeland Neurosciences Center.

Inpatient 3-4 days/week at LRMC treating patients using neurosurgical techniques. More specifically, treatment of patients with injury to, or diseases/disorders of the brain, spinal cord and spinal column, and peripheral nerves.

Complete clinical obligations such as chart completion, patient follow-up, finalize billing, etc.

As required by Chair