Spine Surgeon

Hoag Health, the top-ranked health system in Orange County, California is seeking a collaborative, innovative, and mission-driven Complex Spine Surgeon to join our growing Neurosurgery program based in Newport Beach, California. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced Neurosurgeon to help contribute to a comprehensive spine program that includes minimally invasive spine surgery, complex spine, interventional pain management, spinal tumors, rehabilitation and physical therapy.

This opportunity affords the ability to have direct impact on the clinical, operational, and strategic objectives of Hoag Health.

The ideal candidate will have completed fellowship training and demonstrated expertise in minimally invasive surgery and complex spine procedures. Working in close partnership with neurosurgeons, neurologists, pain management physicians, physician assistants, hospital leadership, nursing, quality, and other multidisciplinary teams, the Spine Surgeon will play a central role in establishing a high-performing spine program committed to exceptional clinical outcomes, innovation, and patient-centered care.

In this position, you will encounter a robust clinical surgical practice that support the development and growth of Hoag's Neurosciences program. You will help establish clinical protocols, participate in multidisciplinary program development, support quality and regulatory initiatives, mentor future team members, and contribute to the strategic vision of one of Southern California's premier spine centers.

Details:

Location:  Primary practice location will be Newport Beach, CA with potential clinical responsibilities at Hoag Hospital - Irvine as the spine program continues to grow

Schedule:  Full-time. Monday through Friday with operating room, clinic, inpatient rounding, and shared call responsibilities.

Duties:  Clinical responsibilities include the full spectrum of spine surgery. The surgeon will participate in outpatient spine evaluation clinics, inpatient service and multidisciplinary spine selection conferences.

Call:  Shared hospital call responsibilities with other spine surgeons/neurosurgeons

Team:  You will collaborate closely with neurosurgeons, neurologists, pain management physicians, physician assistants, nurses, care coordinators and hospital administration to contribute to a nationally recognized spine program.

EMR:  Epic

Highlights:

• Competitive compensation package: Base guaranteed salary + performance-based incentives (productivity and quality)
• Comprehensive benefit package: Medical, dental, vision, retirement (401K with employer match), time off, sick time, CME
• Generous Paid time off policy
• Malpractice and tail coverage provided
• Reimbursement for physician-related expenses (license renewals, DEA, medical staff fees)

Hoag Health is experiencing massive growth with Hoag making significant investments to support this vision of patient access/patient care. We recently opened our new $1.3 billion, state-of-the-art Irvine hospital campus, further expanding our footprint and clinical capabilities in the region

Opportunities to provide leadership, support quality and safety initiatives, lead and maintain clinical excellence and innovation, and develop clinical, administrative, and clinical research activities for our patient

Requirements:

• M.D. or D.O. degree from a fully accredited medical or osteopathic school of medicine
• Successful completion of an ACGME-accredited Neurosurgical residency
• Fellowship completion of a Spine Fellowship program required
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurosurgery
• Demonstrated expertise in treating spine conditions
• Experience in treating complex spine conditions is highly preferred
• Active, unobstructed California medical license, or the ability to obtain one
• Full prescriptive authority and an active DEA in California, or the ability to obtain one
• Ability to successfully complete Hoag Health’s credentialing process
• Professional Development Support: Annual Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance and CME time.
• Opportunities to participate in cutting-edge clinical research and trials.
• Access to leadership development programs and career advancement opportunities.
• State-of-the-Art Facilities and Resources: Access to Hoag’s advanced technology and multidisciplinary care teams.
• Dedicated support staff, including nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and medical scribes, to optimize efficiency and patient care.
• Integration with Hoag’s award-winning neurosciences, cancer, and heart institutes for seamless patient referrals and collaboration.
• Community Engagement: Be part of a respected institution recognized for community health initiatives and patient satisfaction.
• Opportunities to contribute to Hoag’s philanthropic and educational outreach programs.
• Robust existing philanthropic presence and relationship with Hoag
• Hoag Health: Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian is a nonprofit regional health care delivery network in Orange County, California, consisting of three acute-care hospitals with sixteen urgent care centers, eleven health centers and a network of more than1,800 physicians, 100 allied health members, 8,000 employees, and 2,000 volunteers. More than 30,000 inpatients and 550,000 outpatients choose Hoag each year.
• For over 70 years, Hoag has delivered a level of personalized care that is unsurpassed among Orange County’s health care providers. Since 1952, Hoag has served the local communities and continues its mission to provide the highest quality health care services through the core strategies of quality and service, people, physician partnerships, strategic growth, financial stewardship, community benefit and philanthropy.
• Hoag offers a comprehensive blend of health care services including six institutes providing specialized care in the areas of cancer, heart and vascular, neurosciences, women's health, orthopedics, and digestive health through our institutes.
• Hoag was the highest ranked hospital in Orange County in the 2024-2025 U.S. News &World Report, the only Orange County hospital ranked in the top 10 for California. The organization was ranked the #5 hospital in the Los Angeles Metro Area and the #10 hospital in California.
• Contact: Steven Yi
• Provider Consultant steven.yi@hoag.org