
Consultant Neurosurgeon
1 week ago
Kannur, Kerala, India
Koyili Hospital
Full time
₹ 36,00,000 - ₹ 54,00,000 per year
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnosing and treating patients with neurological conditions, such as trauma, tumors, vascular disorders, infections, strokes, and degenerative or congenital diseases.
- Overseeing and coordinating surgical teams in the operating theater, managing nurses, surgeons, and technical staff during complex procedures.
- Performing surgeries using microscopes and advanced medical equipment for tasks like tumor removal, spinal interventions, treating wounds, and relieving chronic pain.
- Ordering, interpreting, and performing diagnostic tests, including MRIs, PET scans, CT scans, and biopsies to guide treatment.
- Monitoring patient progress pre- and post-operatively, adjusting treatment plans, prescribing medications, and communicating updates to families and referring physicians.
- Handling emergency surgical cases, including unscheduled surgeries for life-threatening conditions.
- Maintaining accurate patient records, completing administrative tasks, and participating in hospital business processes as a senior clinical leader.
- Engaging in continuing professional development, attending conferences, and contributing to research and clinical trials to advance neurosurgical practice.
Essential Skills and Qualifications
- Medical degree (MD or equivalent), completion of accredited residency and fellowship in neurosurgery.
- Valid license and certification to practice neurosurgery.
- Strong knowledge of human anatomy, neurophysiology, and microsurgical techniques.
- Excellent hand dexterity, hand-eye coordination, motor skills, and physical stamina for complex and lengthy surgical procedures.
- Strong leadership, communication, teamwork, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills for working under pressure with multidisciplinary teams.
- Emotional intelligence and resilience to manage the demanding and often stressful nature of neurosurgical practice.
Work Environment
- Hospitals, specialized surgery centers, and major teaching hospitals with neurological units.
- Long working hours, frequent on-call or emergency duty, and exposure to high-pressure situations in both outpatient and inpatient settings.
- Collaborative practice with neurologists, psychiatrists, therapists, and other medical specialists.
This is a demanding senior medical role requiring meticulous surgical expertise, teamwork, and patient-centered care in high-stakes clinical environments.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to ₹450,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person