Surgery - Neurosurgery Nurse Practitioner

We are seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide locum services in a neurosurgery setting in Monterey, CA.
This is an excellent opportunity for an APP looking for full-time coverage starting February 9, 2026.
Job Details:
Specialty: Neurosurgery Inpatient/Outpatient Hybrid
Setting: 70% Outpatient Clinic / 30% Inpatient Hospital
Schedule:
Full-time, 5 days per week (Monday Friday)
Day shifts: 7:00 AM 3:00 PM
No call required
Contract Length: 26 weeks
Start Date: February 9, 2026 (credentialing required)
Patient Volume:
Outpatient: patients/day
Surgical cases: 5 7 per week
Patient Population: Adults
Charting Software: Epic
Support Staff: Surgery scheduler, MA, scribe; inpatient work is more independent with surgeon collaboration
Requirements:
For NPs: ACNP-BC, AGACNP-BC, ACNPC-AG, or ACNPC certification
For PAs: Master s in PA Studies
Active California license (required for NPs; PAs may not require licensing)
DEA with Schedule II authority (required)
BLS and ACLS certifications
Minimum 1 year experience in neurosurgery (3 5 years strongly preferred)
Preferred: Surgical specialty/procedural experience in high-acuity environments
Credentialing:
Estimated timeframe: Facility-specific process
Completion of forms and verifications required
Interview with department leadership
Why Join Us?
Opportunity to work in a growing neurosurgery service line
Hybrid role with diverse inpatient and outpatient responsibilities
Supportive team environment with Epic EMR
Weekly direct deposit
Comprehensive malpractice insurance provided
Take the Next Step!
Contact Morgan Hennessey at and call