Neurohospitalist

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Inpatient Neurohospitalist, you will help patients at Penrose Hospital receive high-value, top-quality neurological care in an inpatient setting so they can achieve optimal outcomes and improve their quality of life.

 

Every day you will take care of patients with brain, spine, or nervous system problems who are in the hospital. This means you'll figure out what's wrong, decide on the best treatments, and work with other doctors and nurses to make sure patients get great care. You'll also be expected to always follow the best medical and ethical guidelines.

 

To be successful in this role, you must be a Board Certified/Board Eligible Neurologist with a passion for inpatient care and a commitment to patient-centered practice.

• Provide comprehensive inpatient neurological care for patients admitted to Penrose Hospital.
• Diagnose and manage acute neurological emergencies and complex neurological disorders.
• Perform neurological consultations for other hospital services, offering expert guidance and treatment recommendations.
• Collaborate effectively with intensivists, hospitalists, neurosurgeons, and other specialists to optimize patient care.
• Adhere to customary practice standards, medical ethics, and all relevant accrediting board requirements for neurological specialty.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and maintain meticulous documentation of patient care.

Job Requirements

Required

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
• Successful completion of a Neurology Residency or Fellowship program
• Active Physician license in the State of Colorado
• Active and unrestricted Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration
• Board Certification in Neurology (ABPN) or Board Eligibility with intent to certify within one (1) year of hire
• Ability to obtain Medical Staff Privileges within the CommonSpirit Health system at Penrose Hospital

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Where You’ll Work

About Penrose Hospital & Colorado Springs

Located in the heart of downtown Colorado Springs, Penrose Hospital has been a trusted healthcare provider for the Pikes Peak region since 1890 and remains a flagship hospital within the community. Recognized for its commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, and compassionate care, Penrose offers physicians the opportunity to practice in a collaborative, high-acuity environment while serving a growing and diverse patient population.

 

Penrose Hospital is proudly verified as a Level I Trauma Center by the American College of Surgeons, the highest designation available for trauma care. This distinction reflects the hospital’s ability to provide comprehensive trauma services—from injury prevention and emergency intervention to surgical management, critical care, rehabilitation, and recovery. Neurosurgeons benefit from access to advanced technology, multidisciplinary support, and a robust referral network throughout Southern Colorado.

 

For neurosurgeons seeking a rewarding practice opportunity, Penrose Hospital combines the resources of a premier regional medical center with the unmatched lifestyle benefits of Colorado Springs—making it an exceptional place to build a successful career and enjoy an outstanding quality of life.