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Neurosurgery | Physician

GHR HealthcarePetoskey, MITravel
Agency
GHR Healthcare
Location
Petoskey, MI
Job type
Travel
Profession
Physician
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Sep 22, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$157
Weekly
$6,270
Yearly (full-time)
$326,040
Contract length
13 weeks
Start date
10/1/2026

This job pays about $157/hour — 110% above the median for Physician jobs in Michigan ($74.75/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.

Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 40 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

Physician jobs in Michigan right now

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  • Pay in these listings: $14.26 – $444/hour, median $165/hour.
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Job description

Physician - Neurosurgery Locum Tenens Job in Petoskey, Michigan

Board-certified Neurosurgeon locum tenens opportunity in Petoskey, MI, offering high-acuity hospital-based neurosurgery coverage, 24-hour call, rounding, and inpatient admission support. Join a supportive clinical team and provide meaningful care for both spinal and cranial neurosurgical cases in beautiful northern Michigan.

Job Details

  • Position: Neurosurgeon, Physician
  • Type: Locum tenens neurosurgery job
  • Setting: Hospital-based neurosurgery coverage
  • Location: Petoskey, Michigan
  • Start Date: 10/1/2026
  • End Date: 12/31/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • Coverage: 24-hour call coverage with rounding and admits; approximately 14 days per month
  • Shift Duration: 12-hour days
  • Estimated Weekly Pay: $6,270 - $7,420

Job Requirements

  • Board certified in Neurosurgery; board eligible candidates are not accepted
  • Minimum 2-3 years of post-fellowship experience required
  • Active Michigan medical license required; IMLC may be considered with a 100% clean background
  • ACLS required
  • Must have a clean background with no actions
  • Must be able to perform both spinal and cranial neurosurgery cases
  • NPDB self-query required within one month of submission

Responsibilities

  • Provide 24-hour neurosurgical call coverage for a hospital-based patient population
  • Perform inpatient rounding and manage daily admissions
  • Evaluate and treat emergent neurosurgical consults in a timely manner
  • Perform emergent surgeries as needed
  • Deliver comprehensive care for both spinal and cranial neurosurgical cases
  • Collaborate with on-site imaging, laboratory, procedure, operating room, and APP support teams
  • Manage an average of 5-10 inpatients per day

Why Consider This Michigan Neurosurgery Locum Tenens Opportunity?

  • Competitive weekly pay in a desirable northern Michigan location
  • Flexible locum tenens schedule with approximately 14 days per month
  • Supportive hospital environment with strong clinical resources
  • Opportunity to make a direct impact in acute neurosurgical care
  • Enjoy the Lake Michigan shoreline, small-town charm, and outdoor recreation in Petoskey

Apply now to learn more about this Neurosurgery locum tenens job in Petoskey, Michigan and join a dedicated healthcare team.

Benefits

GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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