Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Neurosurgery - $90-119 per hour

Weatherby Healthcare; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Malpractice insurance paid

Housing provided

Travel expenses covered

24/7 consultant support

Job summary

Weatherby Healthcare is seeking a Physician Assistant in Neurosurgery for a locum tenens assignment in Redding, California. The role runs for 13 weeks with 7 am–5 pm shifts in an inpatient setting for adults 18 and up.

Procedures include drain removal, wound closure, laceration repair, cervical spine clearance, spinal brace ordering, and management of drains and ICP monitors. ACLS/BLS certification is required; competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Neurosurgery specialty required.
• Physician Assistant licensure in good standing.
• ACLS and BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Inpatient neurosurgery duties for adults 18+.
• Procedures include drain removal, wound closure, and laceration repair.
• Cervical spine clearance and spinal brace ordering.
• Manage drains and intracranial pressure monitors.

Skills

Neurosurgery

Physician Assistant

ACLS/BLS

Job description

Weatherby Healthcare is seeking a Physician Assistant Neurosurgery for a locum tenens job in Redding, California.

Job Description & Requirements

Weatherby Healthcare is seeking a Physician Assistant Neurosurgery for a locum tenens job in Redding, California.

• Specialty: Neurosurgery
• Discipline: Physician Assistant
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Employment Type: Locum Tenens

Enjoy the locum tenens lifestyle knowing Weatherby is here to support you every step of the way.

• Schedule: 7 am - 5 pm, 10-hour shifts
• Adult patient population -- ages 18 and up
• Inpatient hospital setting
• Procedures required -- drain removal, wound closure, laceration repair
• Cervical spine clearance and spinal brace ordering required
• Manipulation and removal of EVDs, lumbar, and subdural drains
• Removal of intracranial pressure monitors required
• ACLS and BLS certification required
• Health, vision, dental, and 401(k) retirement benefits offered
• Competitive compensation
• Paid malpractice insurance
• 24-hour access to your Weatherby Healthcare consultant and support team
• Covered transportation and housing expenses

Ranges shown should be used as an estimate and are affected by many factors including the critical need of the position, your overall experience and qualifications, and other considerations. Rates shown are all-inclusive and combine an hourly base pay with other potential earnings like overtime, call, and holiday pay. Please contact your consultant for details.

Weatherby Healthcare Job ID #3430110. Posted job title: Locums PA - Neurosurgery Job in CA

About Weatherby Healthcare

Weatherby Healthcare is part of the CHG Healthcare family of staffing companies, which leads the locum tenens industry in size and quality. Since 1995, we’ve leveraged our nationwide network to connect locums professionals with the best jobs. Our team supports nearly 100 specialties for physicians, PAs, and NPs. These experts simplify the locums process from start to finish, backing you up with award-winning 24/7 support.

Benefits

• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Medical benefits