Neurosurgeon - Acute Care - Royal Columbian and Eagle Ridge Hospital

Job Summary Fraser Health is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Acute Care Neurosurgeon with a subspecialty interest in Spine to join our surgical team. This position is in offers a dynamic practice environment, dividing operative time between Royal Columbian Hospital (RCH) - a major tertiary referral and trauma centre, and Eagle Ridge Hospital (ERH). Completion of a recognized Neurosurgery residency program in Canada and fellowship training in spine surgery would be preferred. The successful candidate will join a collaborative group of surgeons dedicated to providing high-quality neurosurgical care to the rapidly growing population of the Fraser Valley. Key Responsibilities Inpatient consultation/documentation including in-person (on-site), virtual/telehealth consultation and telephone advice regarding patients presenting with spinal problems. Be available for consultation/documentation from the RCH trauma service regarding management of spinal injuries. Will cover daytime neurosurgical call for FHA for neurosurgery spine. Hours of coverage to be determined by discussion. (8:00-12:00), (8:00-16:00), days/week to be discussed. Portion of MOCAP on-call stipend to be reallocated to this position. Conduct surgery on urgent inpatients (inpatient 2A) priority. May participate as a surgical assist for other neurosurgeons during spinal surgery as appropriate. Provide inpatient neurosurgical care on these same patients seen/admitted. Additionally, as a member of the Fraser Health medical staff, you will participate in the University of British Columbia (UBC) medical education program and are expected to apply for a clinical faculty appointment in the Division of Neurosurgery, UBC. To apply: Please forward your CV, letter of interest, and three reference letters or referee contact names. Please note references required must be professionals with whom you have worked with in the last three years. New graduates must provide a letter of reference from their residency program director or fellowship supervisor. Anticipated start is October 1, 2026 or sooner. Closing date: September 15, 2026 Anticipated start date: October 1, 2026 or sooner. Qualifications: CMPA | CPSBC eligible | FRCSC. Compensation: Fee for service | MOCAP Compensation Fee for Service, MOCAP - On Call Payments Qualifications CMPA, CPSBC Eligible, FRCSC Eligible Locations Eagle Ridge Hospital, Royal Columbian Hospital About Fraser Health Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region. People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 50,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers. We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner. Together, we are the heart of health care. Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | X | Indeed | Glassdoor IMPORTANT: Recruitment scam warning Please be on alert for recruitment scams. We are aware of several scams targeting individuals by falsely claiming to represent Fraser Health. Always take precautions when sharing personal details with unverified sources. Please note that we will never ask for money or payment, nor ask you to download or install an app at any point during our recruitment process.

The Neurosurgeon will provide acute care and spine surgery services across two hospitals, including trauma management and inpatient consultations. Additionally, the role involves participating in the UBC medical education program and applying for a clinical faculty appointment.

Candidates should have completed a recognized Neurosurgery residency in Canada, with fellowship training in spine surgery preferred. Required certifications include CMPA, CPSBC eligibility, and FRCSC.

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• Neurosurgery
• Spine Surgery
• Acute Care
• Trauma Management
• Inpatient Consultation
• Surgical Assistance
• Medical Education
• Clinical Documentation

• Healthcare
• Science & Research
• Education

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Sep 3, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level