
Community Health Systems
Neurosurgeon - Spine-Focused Opportunity in Gadsden, Alabama
Gadsden, AL
Gadsden Regional Medical Center is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Neurosurgeon to join our thriving medical community in beautiful northeast Alabama. This is an exceptional opportunity to build a robust, spine-focused practice with the flexibility to perform cranial and trauma cases as desired.
You’ll be the sole Neurosurgeon supported by a highly skilled staff, advanced technology including a DaVinci Robot and strong leadership at both the hospital and clinic levels. With ample patient volume and a large referral base, this position offers immediate opportunity for professional growth and long-term success.
Position Highlights
- Comprehensive Neurosurgery: Spine, cranial, and trauma cases
- Heavy spine focus, with opportunities for cranial and peripheral nerve surgery
- Solo Neurosurgeon position with strong support staff
- DaVinci Robot available
- High patient demand ensures a robust, busy practice from day one
- Supportive, collegial hospital and clinic leadership
- Opportunities to teach medical students and family medicine residents
- 3+ years of post-training experience required
Compensation & Benefits
We offer an aggressive, highly competitive compensation package designed to reward your expertise and support your goals:
- Guaranteed Base Salary with generous RVU-based productivity bonuses
- Commencement Bonus to support your transition
- Paid On-Call Compensation
- Student Loan Repayment Assistance - up to six figures available
- Relocation Reimbursement
- Education Stipend (paid while still in training) for up to two years
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Full Benefits Package, including:
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Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
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401(k) with immediate vesting and employer match
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Paid Time Off: 4 weeks of vacation plus 5 CME days
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CME Reimbursement and coverage for licensing, dues, and subscriptions
- J-1 Visa Sponsorship available for qualified candidates
About Gadsden Regional Medical Center
Gadsden Regional Medical Center is a 346-bed acute care facility serving Gadsden and surrounding communities across Etowah County. Our team of nearly 2,000 dedicated healthcare professionals provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services, with nationally recognized programs in cardiology, orthopedics, emergency care, and maternity.
We are proud to be certified by The Joint Commission for excellence in hip and knee replacements and remain deeply committed to compassionate, high-quality care for our patients and their families.
Learn more: [www.gadsdenregional.com][1]
Community Highlights: Gadsden, Alabama
Nestled along the Coosa River at the foot of the Appalachian Mountains, Gadsden offers a rare balance of professional fulfillment and personal well-being.
Why you’ll love living here:
- Family-Friendly Lifestyle: A welcoming, tight-knit community with top-rated schools
- Affordable Living: Among the most affordable real estate markets in the U.S.
- Outdoor Recreation: Noccalula Falls Park, hiking, boating, and golf
- Cultural & Dining Options: Local shops, restaurants, and community festivals
- Convenient Access: 1 hour to Birmingham, AL, 2 hours to Atlanta, GA and Chattanooga, TN
Discover more: [downtowngadsden.com][2]
If you’re seeking a high-volume Neurosurgery opportunity in a collaborative, patient-centered environment—while enjoying an exceptional quality of life—this is the perfect fit.
[1]: https://www.gadsdenregional.com/ [2]: http://downtowngadsden.com/
About Community Health Systems
Community Health Systems, Inc. (CHS) is one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers. Developing and operating healthcare delivery systems in 36 distinct markets across 13 states, CHS is committed to helping people get well and live healthier. CHS operates 60+ acute-care hospitals and more than 1,000 other sites of care, including physician practices, urgent care centers, freestanding emergency departments, occupational medicine clinics, imaging centers, cancer centers and ambulatory surgery centers.
From Alaska to Florida, our affiliated hospitals are the cornerstones of their communities. These local hospitals and healthcare systems play a vital role by providing close to home care and peace of mind for millions of people each year.
Our affiliated hospitals have the flexibility to meet individual needs and the ability to offer competitive recruitment packages and start-up incentives. Hundreds of physicians choose CHS affiliated hospitals each year for quality of care and quality of life.
Location Insights
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Cost of Living
B+
Public Schools
B
Access to Parks
B
Access to Restaurants
B
Commute
B
Overall
Total Population
33,617
Median Rent
$787
Median Home Value
$101,900
Median Income
$38,699
Posted February 1, 2026