Neurologist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Utah

LocumTenens.com; Huntington (UT); On-site; USD 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

LocumTenens.com is seeking a board-certified Neurologist for a locum tenens assignment in Utah. The position requires 24-hour on-call neurology coverage for two inpatient hospitals, with duties including triage, consults, and stroke calls for adults.

Most shifts are remote with occasional on-site evaluations as needed. Coverage spans November 1, 2026 through January 31, 2027, with assignments continuing as needed.

Qualifications

• Board certification in Neurology is required.
• MD in Neurology with valid license.
• Inpatient neurology coverage with 24-hour call duties.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24-hour concurrent call coverage (7:00 AM - 7:00 AM) for two inpatient facilities.
• Manage neurology triage, consults, and stroke calls for an adult population.
• Occasional in-person evaluations as clinically required.
• Remote management when feasible per assignment.

Skills

Neurology

Education

MD in Neurology

Job description

This Job at a Glance

Job Reference Id: ORD-MD-UTTitle: MD Dates Needed: November 1, 2026 - January 31, 2027Shift Type: 24-Hour CallAssignment Type: InpatientCall Required: YesBoard Certification Required: YesJob Duration: Locums

About the Facility

This 172-bed acute care hospital provides comprehensive medical and surgical services, advanced technology, and emergency and trauma care. The facility supports a broad range of specialty services and maintains the clinical infrastructure and established protocols necessary to support inpatient neurology coverage on an on-site basis. Structured workflows are in place to facilitate coordinated neurological care delivery across all assigned coverage periods.

About the Facility Location

The area surrounding this assignment offers clinicians access to a range of indoor and outdoor attractions suited to varied interests. Local highlights include a museum of ancient life featuring an indoor prehistoric playground with five stories of interactive exhibits, fossil excavation experiences, and STEM-focused learning opportunities centered on sauropods. The community hosts farmer's markets, job fairs, and family-oriented events throughout the year, with membership options available for ongoing access to local experiences.

About the Clinician's Workday

The neurologist will provide 24-hour concurrent call coverage (7:00 AM - 7:00 AM) for two inpatient hospital facilities, managing neurology triage, consults, and stroke calls for an adult patient population. Coverage is structured at 7 shifts per month on an ongoing basis, with most responsibilities handled remotely and occasional in-person evaluations as clinically required. When simultaneous on-site presence is needed at both facilities, the patient will be transferred to the hospital where the clinician is already present. Board certification in Neurology is required for all clinicians considered for this assignment.

Additional Job Details

Case Load/PPD: Varies Support Staff: RN Patient Population: Adults Location Type: On-Site Prescriptive Authority Required: No Government: No