Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Hospitalist - $5,600 to $6,000 per week in San Francisco, CA

Physician Assistant | Hospitalist
Location: San Francisco, CA
Employer: GHR Healthcare
Pay: $5,600 to $6,000 per week
Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours
Contract Duration: 26 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Physician Assistant Locum Tenens Job in San Francisco, CA – Neurosurgery

Join a dynamic academic healthcare team in San Francisco, CA as a Physician Assistant supporting a high-acuity neurosurgery service. This locum tenens PA job offers a 26-week assignment, full-time weekday hours, meaningful patient impact, and the opportunity to work in one of the most respected medical communities in California.

Job Details

• Position: Physician Assistant
• Employment Type: Locum tenens / contract healthcare job
• Specialty: Neurosurgery
• Setting: Academic / training environment
• Location: San Francisco, California
• Duration: 26 weeks
• Start Date: 9/28/2026
• Schedule: 8-hour day shifts
• Hours per Week: 40
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $5,600 - $6,000
• Patient Population: Adults
• Volume: Approximately 8-12 patients per day
• Practice Split: About 75% inpatient / 25% outpatient
• EMR: Epic

Job Requirements

• At least 1-2 years of experience in an inpatient neurosurgery setting
• Strong inpatient neurosurgery clinical skills required
• Strong pre-op and post-op patient care experience
• California Physician Assistant license required
• California DEA with Schedule II/II-N privileges required
• Board certification required: ACNP-BC, AGACNP-BC, ACNPC-AG, or ACNPC
• BLS certification required from AHA
• Must be comfortable supporting adult crani and skull-based surgical patients
• Availability to complete credentialing requirements in a timely manner

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient and outpatient support for a neurosurgery service focused on crani and skull-based surgical patients
• Manage post-operative follow-ups and clinic visits with attending support as needed
• Assist with clinic procedures when requested
• Perform inpatient procedures such as drain removal and lumbar punctures as appropriate
• Handle outpatient tasks including stitch removal and shunt-related care
• Support patient message follow-up and communication
• Collaborate with surgeons, RNs, MAs, and other APPs to deliver high-quality care

Why San Francisco?

San Francisco offers a vibrant urban lifestyle with world-class dining, cultural attractions, scenic parks, and reliable public transportation. It’s an ideal location for clinicians seeking California healthcare jobs in an advanced academic medical environment while enjoying everything the Bay Area has to offer.

Apply now to join this exciting Physician Assistant locum tenens opportunity in San Francisco, CA and make a meaningful impact in neurosurgery.

Benefits

GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.