Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Hospitalist - $5,040 to $5,400 per week in Oakland, CA

Physician Assistant | Hospitalist
Location: Oakland, CA
Employer: GHR Healthcare
Pay: $5,040 to $5,400 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 26 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Physician Assistant – Neonatology Locum Tenens Job in Oakland, California

Physician Assistant – Neonatology locum tenens opportunity in Oakland, CA, for experienced NICU providers seeking a high-acuity hospital role in the Bay Area. Join a collaborative neonatal care team and support newborns and infants in a fast-paced Level IV NICU.

Job Details

• Location: Oakland, California
• Schedule: 3 x 12-hour night shifts per week
• Shift Hours: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
• Hours per Week: 36
• Contract Length: 26 weeks
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Practice Setting: Hospital-based Neonatology / NICU
• Patient Population: Newborns and infants from birth to 1 year old
• EMR: EPIC
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $5,040 - $5,400

Job Requirements

• 2-3 years of neonatal experience in a Level III or IV NICU preferred
• Active California license required
• Neonatal board certification required
• DEA with California address and Schedule 2/2N coverage required
• BLS and NRP certifications required; all certifications must be AHA
• If applying as a Physician Assistant, a master’s degree in PA Studies or Medical Science is required
• Must be enrolled in CMS Medicare and Medicaid by the first clinical day
• COVID-19 vaccination with booster required, with medical or religious exemptions only
• Strong communication, teamwork, and critical thinking skills in a fast-paced NICU environment

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care for newborns and infants in a Level IV NICU
• Support safe inpatient care delivery as part of a multidisciplinary neonatal team
• Assess, monitor, and manage neonates with complex and life-threatening conditions
• Collaborate with physicians, surgeons, and advanced practice providers to coordinate patient care
• Document patient care accurately in EPIC and communicate effectively with the care team
• Contribute to quality care, workflow efficiency, and productivity expectations within the unit
• Assist with the care of infants with cardiac, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, and other high-acuity needs

Apply now for this Physician Assistant Neonatology locum tenens job in Oakland, California, and join a leading Bay Area NICU healthcare team today.

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.