Neurosurgeon Jobs in California
Neurosurgeon jobs in California represent one of the most active and competitive markets in the country, concentrated across academic medical centers, large health systems, and specialized surgical institutes, with openings at every level from newly fellowship-trained surgeons through seasoned department chiefs. The densest hiring activity is in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where institutions such as UCLA Health, UCSF Health, and Cedars-Sinai Medical Center maintain established neurosurgical programs. Skull base surgery, spine surgery, and neuro-oncology are consistently among the most in-demand subspecialties across California postings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Description
Join medical group affiliated with one of Southern California's premier health systems.
We are a physician organization partnered with Huntington Hospital, a nationally recognized, nonprofit hospital, and an affiliate of Cedars-Sinai. We are committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care through a collaborative team of primary care physicians and specialists serving the greater Pasadena community.
We are seeking an Endovascular Neurosurgeon to join our growing specialty practice in Pasadena, California. This is an excellent opportunity to build a thriving practice while working alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team in a supportive, collegial environment.
Our compensation philosophy: We offer a competitive total compensation and benefits package to our physicians. The total pay range shown takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including knowledge/skills; relevant experience and training; education/certifications /licensure; and other business and organizational factors. This total pay range includes incentive payments that may be applicable to this role.
Pay Range: $550,000 - $1,100,000 Total Cash Compensation.
Qualifications
- MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
- Fellowship training in Endovascular Neurosurgery
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurosurgery
- Eligible for California medical licensure.
- Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.
About Us
Cedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars- Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.
About the Team
With a growing number of primary urgent and specialty care locations across Southern California, Cedars-Sinai’s medical network serves people near where they live. Delivering coordinated, compassionate healthcare you can join our network of clinicians and physicians to improve the healthcare people throughout Los Angeles and beyond.
Diversity and Inclusion at Cedars-Sinai
We are caretakers and innovators committed to the pursuit of equitable healthcare. But health equity is not possible without representation. Our commitment to diversity goes beyond demographics or checking boxes. Our people must reflect the diverse identities, experiences and geographies of the communities and patients we serve – because that’s what our patients, colleagues and communities deserve Quality Care and Research—For All, By All.
Cedars-Sinai is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Cedars-Sinai does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of the race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40 or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at Applicant_Accommodation@cshs.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
Cedars-Sinai will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
At Cedars-Sinai, we are dedicated to the safety, health and wellbeing of our patients and employees. This includes protecting our patients from communicable diseases, such as influenza (flu). For this reason, we require that all new employees receive a flu vaccine based on the seasonal availability of flu vaccine (typically during September through April each year) as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter as a condition of continued employment, subject to medical exemption or religious accommodation. For the same reason, you may also be required to receive other vaccines as a condition of employment. Cedars-Sinai reserves the right to make modifications to its required list of vaccines as required by law and/or policy.
Job Description
Join medical group affiliated with one of Southern California's premier health systems.
We are a physician organization partnered with Huntington Hospital, a nationally recognized, nonprofit hospital, and an affiliate of Cedars-Sinai. We are committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care through a collaborative team of primary care physicians and specialists serving the greater Pasadena community.
We are seeking an Endovascular Neurosurgeon to join our growing specialty practice in Pasadena, California. This is an excellent opportunity to build a thriving practice while working alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team in a supportive, collegial environment.
Our compensation philosophy: We offer a competitive total compensation and benefits package to our physicians. The total pay range shown takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including knowledge/skills; relevant experience and training; education/certifications /licensure; and other business and organizational factors. This total pay range includes incentive payments that may be applicable to this role.
Pay Range: $550,000 - $1,100,000 Total Cash Compensation.
Qualifications
- MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
- Fellowship training in Endovascular Neurosurgery
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurosurgery
- Eligible for California medical licensure.
- Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.
About Us
Cedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars- Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.
About the Team
With a growing number of primary urgent and specialty care locations across Southern California, Cedars-Sinai’s medical network serves people near where they live. Delivering coordinated, compassionate healthcare you can join our network of clinicians and physicians to improve the healthcare people throughout Los Angeles and beyond.
Diversity and Inclusion at Cedars-Sinai
We are caretakers and innovators committed to the pursuit of equitable healthcare. But health equity is not possible without representation. Our commitment to diversity goes beyond demographics or checking boxes. Our people must reflect the diverse identities, experiences and geographies of the communities and patients we serve – because that’s what our patients, colleagues and communities deserve Quality Care and Research—For All, By All.
Cedars-Sinai is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Cedars-Sinai does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of the race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40 or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at Applicant_Accommodation@cshs.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
Cedars-Sinai will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
At Cedars-Sinai, we are dedicated to the safety, health and wellbeing of our patients and employees. This includes protecting our patients from communicable diseases, such as influenza (flu). For this reason, we require that all new employees receive a flu vaccine based on the seasonal availability of flu vaccine (typically during September through April each year) as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter as a condition of continued employment, subject to medical exemption or religious accommodation. For the same reason, you may also be required to receive other vaccines as a condition of employment. Cedars-Sinai reserves the right to make modifications to its required list of vaccines as required by law and/or policy.
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in neurosurgeon jobs across California.
- Active California Medical Board license required to practice neurosurgery in California
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited neurosurgery residency program is required
- Board certification or active board eligibility through the American Board of Neurological Surgery
- Fellowship training in a subspecialty such as spine, neuro-oncology, or cerebrovascular surgery
- Experience with intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring and advanced surgical navigation systems
- Demonstrated ability to manage a full surgical caseload in a high-volume hospital setting
Neurosurgeon Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a neurosurgeon in California?
To practice as a neurosurgeon in California you must hold a valid California Physician and Surgeon license issued by the Medical Board of California, which requires graduating from an accredited medical school, completing a postgraduate residency of at least one year, and passing all three steps of the USMLE or COMLEX. Neurosurgeons complete a seven-year ACGME-accredited neurosurgical residency before licensure, and many pursue additional fellowship training to qualify for California's subspecialty-focused positions.
How much do neurosurgeons make in California?
Neurosurgeons in California earn a median of about $281,590 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $80,590 for the lowest 10% to over $431,980 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire neurosurgeons in California?
Employers hiring neurosurgeons in California right now include Loma Linda University Health, UC Davis, and Sutter Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's large integrated health systems and major academic medical centers consistently post neurosurgery openings across their hospital campuses and affiliated surgical centers statewide.
Which California cities have the most neurosurgeon jobs?
The California cities with the most neurosurgeon openings are Loma Linda, San Francisco, and Davis. Los Angeles dominates by volume because of its concentration of academic medical centers, trauma networks, and specialty surgical hospitals, while San Francisco and San Diego draw postings through their major university health systems and growing medical research corridors.
Are there remote neurosurgeon jobs in California?
Yes, but they are rare. Neurosurgery is an inherently hands-on surgical specialty requiring physical presence in the operating room, so fully remote positions are uncommon. About 0% of neurosurgeon openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those roles typically involve telehealth consultations, preoperative assessments, or academic and administrative responsibilities rather than direct surgical practice.
How can I get hired as a neurosurgeon in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a junior attending or new-fellowship hire position at a large California academic health system, where structured onboarding and mentorship are built into the role. Institutions such as UC Health campuses and Kaiser Permanente Northern and Southern California regularly bring on newly board-eligible surgeons. Completing a subspecialty fellowship in spine or cerebrovascular surgery significantly strengthens candidacy, and holding an active Medical Board of California license before applying removes a common early barrier.
Where can I find and apply to neurosurgeon jobs in California?
You can find and apply to neurosurgeon jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings from hospitals, health systems, and surgical practices across the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your subspecialty and experience level, and apply directly to each employer through the posting.
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