Neurosurgeon Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Seattle, Washington

LocumTenens.com, LLC; Malaga (WA); On-site; USD 248,000 - 331,000; Full time

Job summary

LocumTenens.com, LLC is seeking a board-eligible/board-certified neurosurgeon for a 24-hour on-site call assignment in the Washington region. The clinician will provide inpatient neurological surgery coverage, including stroke management and cranial cases, with APP support to coordinate patient care.

Shifts are primarily weekends with some weekday coverage; the workload is 1–2 admissions per day, and coverage is required about 3–6 days per month across the assignment period.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24-hour on-site call coverage for inpatient neurological surgery services.
• Manage acute stroke and cranial cases during on-call periods.
• Perform endovascular stroke interventions and craniotomies as needed.
• APP support to coordinate patient care across shifts.

Job description

This Job at a Glance

• Job Reference Id:ORD-228958-MD-WA
• Title:MD
• Dates Needed:March 5-11; April 9-15; April 23-29; Ongoing
• Shift Type:24-Hour Call
• Assignment Type:Inpatient
• Call Required:Yes
• Board Certification Required:Negotiable
• Job Duration:Locums

About the Facility

This healthcare facility offers comprehensive medical services, advanced specialty care, and a collaborative, patient-centered environment. The facility maintains the clinical infrastructure and established protocols necessary to support on-site inpatient neurosurgical call coverage, including stroke program services. Resources are in place to facilitate coordinated patient care delivery throughout all assigned coverage periods.

About the Facility Location

The area surrounding this assignment offers clinicians access to a range of cultural and outdoor attractions suited to varied interests. Notable destinations include Pike Place Market, Seattle Center, and several performing arts venues, alongside food festivals and live music events available throughout the year. Nearby destinations, such as Whidbey Island approximately 58 miles to the northwest via ferry, provide additional options including waterfront activities and food festivals during time away from clinical responsibilities.

About the Clinician's Workday

The neurosurgeon will provide 24-hour call coverage (7:00 AM - 7:00 AM) for inpatient neurological surgery services on an on-site basis, with shifts structured primarily on weekends and some weekday shifts. Clinical responsibilities include managing acute stroke and cranial cases, performing endovascular stroke interventions and craniotomies, and supporting the facility's stroke program. The facility averages 1-2 admissions per day, with APP support available to facilitate coordinated patient care delivery across all assigned shifts. Coverage is required approximately 3-6 days per month.

Additional Job Details

• Case Load/PPD:1-2 admissions per day
• Support Staff:APPs
• Patient Population:All Ages
• Location Type:On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority Required:No
• Government:No