Neurosurgeon - Grand Forks, ND
Surgical Affiliates Management Group (SAMGI)
Location: Altru Hospital – Grand Forks, North Dakota
Employment Type: Full-Time
About Surgical Affiliates Management Group (SAMGI)
Surgical Affiliates Management Group (SAMGI) is a national physician-led organization providing acute care surgery, trauma, and specialty surgical services to hospitals and health systems across the United States. Our teams deliver high-quality, patient-centered care while supporting our surgeons with strong operational infrastructure, clinical leadership, and administrative support.
SAMGI partners with hospitals to build sustainable, physician-driven programs that prioritize excellent outcomes, professional autonomy, and work-life balance.
About the Hospital – Altru Hospital (Grand Forks, ND)
Altru Hospital is a regional referral center serving northeastern North Dakota and northwestern Minnesota. Altru provides comprehensive specialty services and advanced surgical care in a community-focused, academically engaged environment. Located in Grand Forks, North Dakota, the region offers affordable living, excellent schools, and easy access to outdoor recreation, making it an attractive place to build both a career and a home.
The Role
SAMGI is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Neurosurgeon to join our established neurosurgery program at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, ND. This is a full-time employed position focused on inpatient and emergency neurosurgical coverage, supporting a high-quality regional program.
The neurosurgeon will provide comprehensive neurosurgical care, including evaluation and management of emergent and inpatient cases, in collaboration with hospital leadership, emergency medicine, trauma services, and multidisciplinary teams.
Schedule and Coverage
This position requires 183 twenty-four hour shifts per year. Shifts are structured as continuous 24-hour call coverage. No administrative duties are required. Shift requirements are prorated for partial calendar years.
Benefits
Full employee benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance. Retirement plan participation. Paid malpractice insurance with tail coverage included. CME allowance and paid time off in accordance with SAMGI benefit policies.
Qualifications
MD or DO degree. Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Neurosurgery. Eligible for medical licensure in North Dakota. Ability to obtain and maintain hospital privileges at Altru Hospital. Strong clinical skills and a commitment to high-quality patient care. Team-oriented approach with excellent communication skills.
Why Join SAMGI
SAMGI is a physician-led organization offering a competitive per-shift compensation model, stable long-term hospital partnerships, full benefits, and malpractice coverage with tail. Physicians benefit from a supportive infrastructure that allows them to focus on clinical care while maintaining a sustainable work-life balance.
Skills Required
- MD or DO degree
- Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Neurosurgery
- Eligible for medical licensure in North Dakota
- Ability to obtain and maintain hospital privileges at Altru Hospital
- Strong clinical skills
- Commitment to high-quality patient care
- Team-oriented approach with excellent communication skills
What We Do
Founded by surgeons in 1996, SAMGI builds and manages full acute care teams for hospitals nationwide. The company provides board-certified surgeons, healthcare providers, and medical directors for in-house trauma, acute care, orthopedic, neurosurgery, urology, GI, vascular, and general surgery services. It also helps hospitals implement emergency services and protocols while improving hospital workflow, efficiency, and patient outcomes.
