Joplin, MO – City population of 55k with metro area including 175k 1 hour from Springfield & Fayetteville, 1.5 hours from Tulsa, Kansas City 2 hours Permanent, full-time position Employed with 450-bed academic regional hospital with Level II Trauma Center Share clinic in NeuroSpine Center with trusted team of Neurosurgens, Physiatrist and Neurologist Comfortable call rotation of 1:4 Service area of 450k 2021 Start date Academics available Program is in Top 10% in nation for Neurological Care and Safety (CareChex) Hospital awards: Best Teaching Hospital by LeapFrog; Best Hospital in Southwest Missouri by US News & World Report; CareChex Top 100 Hospital for Patient Safety, and over 70+ other awards, advanced accreditations and accolades Competitive & negotiable base salary or income guarantee with productivity incentives. Sign-on, relocation, malpractice, CME, professional dues, marketing costs, and other exceptional benefits that may include student loan repayment and other compensation Location Details: The largest city in southwest Missouri, Joplin has a strong, diverse economic base. With low crime rates and the second lowest ranking for cost of living in the nation, Joplin is the perfect place to raise a family. With access to four airports, our location is convenient for those who love travel. Southwest Missouri boasts excellent public and private schools, several colleges, and two universities. Our schools offer top-notch learning environments for youths, led by quality teaching staffs. Numerous youth programs offering sports, academic and mentoring opportunities reflect a strong investment in young people. Nearby cities are Springfield (60 miles), Fayetteville (73 miles), Tulsa (90 miles), and Kansas City (120 miles). Branson and Table Rock Lake are also just a short drive and provide a wonderful setting for the family to vacation! Reference Number: 35783