Neurologist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Central California

LocumTenens.com; California; On-site; USD 230,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

LocumTenens.com, LLC is seeking a neurologist to provide inpatient neurology coverage in California on a 7-on/7-off schedule with day shifts and 24-hour call as required. The clinician will perform inpatient neurology consultations, evaluate acute neurological conditions, and coordinate with hospital teams to ensure high-quality care.

Board certification in Neurology and prescriptive authority are required. The assignment is locum tenens, with ongoing need starting January 2027.

Qualifications

• Board certification in Neurology is required.
• Prescriptive authority is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient neurology consultations and care.
• Evaluate and manage acute neurological conditions.
• Assist with stroke-related care and coordination with hospital teams.

Skills

Neurology

Inpatient care

Stroke care

Team coordination

Education

Board certification in Neurology

Prescriptive authority

Job description

This Job at a Glance

• Job Reference Id: ORD-224162-DO-CA
• Title: DO
• Dates Needed: January 2027 - Ongoing
• Shift Type: Day Shift; 24-Hour Call
• Assignment Type: Inpatient
• Call Required: Yes
• Board Certification Required: Yes
• Job Duration: Locums

About the Facility

This established acute care hospital delivers a broad range of inpatient and specialty services, including comprehensive neurological care. The facility maintains the clinical infrastructure and established protocols necessary to support inpatient neurology coverage on an on-site basis. The structured inpatient environment is designed to facilitate quality neurological care delivery across all coverage periods.

About the Facility Location

The region offers clinicians on assignment access to a variety of recreational and cultural opportunities, including outdoor landscapes, coastal areas, desert terrain, and mountain trails. Year-round activities and regional attractions provide options during time away from the assignment.

About the Clinician's Workday

The neurologist will provide inpatient neurology coverage on a 7-on/7-off schedule, working day shifts with 24-hour call responsibilities as required. Clinical duties include providing inpatient neurology consultations, evaluating and managing acute neurological conditions, and assisting with stroke-related care. The clinician will coordinate with hospital care teams throughout each coverage period to facilitate quality neurological care delivery. Board certification in Neurology and prescriptive authority are required for all clinicians considered for this assignment.

Additional Job Details

• Case Load/PPD: Variable
• Patient Population: Adults
• Call Ratio/Schedule: 7on/7off
• Location Type: On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority Required: Yes
• Government: No