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Physician DMOClinical Chief Neurosurgery

Sentara Hospitals


Job Location:

Norfolk, MA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 13 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 10 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

City/State

Norfolk VA

Work Shift

First (Days)

Provider Specialty

Neurosurgery

Overview:

Sentara Health is seeking a Clinical Chief of Neurosurgery in Norfolk VA to serve a key role in ensuring clinical excellence operational performance and strategic growth of the neurosurgery division. We are seeking a physician leader with a visionary growth-oriented mindsetsomeone equally passionate about advancing clinical care and supporting the next generation of neurosurgeons through academic engagement and training.

This leader will play a critical role in further developing a high-performing multidisciplinary neuroscience program with a focus on expanding cranial spine neuro-oncology and neuropsychology services.

Position Highlights:

Provide clinical leadership and operational oversight for the Neurosurgery division
70% clinical and 30% administrative split
Clinical Environment: State-of-the-art ORs advanced neurosurgical technologies comprehensive outpatient clinics and an experienced multidisciplinary team
Support planning accreditation and launch of the upcoming neurosurgery residency program
Serve as a key clinical and academic partner with Macon & Joan Brock Virginia Health Sciences at Old Dominion University (EVMS at ODU) one of the largest and most comprehensive academic health sciences centers in Virginia
Engage with a robust academic environment supporting 460 residents and fellows across 50 ACGME-accredited programs with opportunities to shape neurosurgical training and education
Collaborate across a large interdisciplinary enterprise spanning five health sciences schools and 50 academic programs advancing innovation in neurosurgical education research and patient care
Academic/Research: Academic appointment and research funding support available through EVMS at ODU
Drive strategic growth and program development across cranial spine and neuro-oncology services
Champion the integration and expansion of neuropsychology and multidisciplinary care models
Lead initiatives focused on quality patient safety and clinical outcomes improvement
Support recruitment mentorship and engagement efforts within the division
Partner with hospital and system leadership on operational strategy resource planning and service line growth

Reports to: VP/CMO Surgical Services Sentara Medical Group

Benefits Highlights:

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits (medical dental vision)
403b/401a retirement plans with employer matching
Licensure reimbursement
Malpractice with tail coverage
$7500 annual CME allowance
501(c)(3) nonprofit (PSLF eligible)
Annual quality performance incentive
Generous paid time off
Fully integrated EHR (Epic)

Minimum Requirements:

M.D. or D.O. licensed to practice in Virginia
Board Certified in Neurosurgery
At least five years of experience as a practicing physician
At least one year of leadership experience

Life in Coastal Virginia:

Life in coastal Virginia offers rich and diverse recreational and cultural opportunities complemented by historic sites and highly rated schools. Enjoy miles of sandy beaches boating fishing and outdoor recreationor explore dining and entertainment at Norfolks vibrant Waterside District.

Interested Candidates:

Please submit your CV or direct inquiries to:
Sierra Rees
Senior Physician Recruiter Specialist
Sentara Health
Email:

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Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career
Medical Dental Vision plans
Adoption Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10000
Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
Emergency Backup Care
Long-Term Short-Term Disability and Critical Illness plans
Life Insurance
401k/403B with Employer Match
Tuition Assistance $5250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
Student Debt Pay Down $10000
Annual CME Allowance
Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
Pet Insurance
Legal Resources Plan
100% Malpractice and Tail Coverage
Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met
Providers at Sentara are eligible for special benefits such as Annual CME Allowance and 100% malpractice and tail coverage.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30000-member workforce. Diversity inclusion and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.


In support of our mission to improve health every day this is a tobacco-free environment.

For positions that are available as remote work Sentara Health employs providers in the following states:

North Carolina Nevada South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Virginia West Virginia and Wisconsin.


Required Experience:

Chief


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Sentara Health, is an integrated, not-for-profit health care delivery system in Virginia and North Carolina. Sentara improves health everyday.

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