Neurosurgeon

Neurosurgery Locum Tenens Opportunity

Job Overview:

Profession: Physician

Specialty: Neurosurgery

Job Type: Locum Tenens

Location: Eureka, CA 95501

Service Setting: Inpatient/Outpatient

Coverage Type: Clinical + Call

Coverage Period: Nov 21, 2026 – Ongoing

Shift Schedule: Mon – Fri, 8:30a – 5p

Call Schedule: Mon – Fri, 5p – 8:30a | Weekends: 24hr call

Call Response Time: 20-30 mins

Reason for Coverage: Supplemental

Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered by Agency

Coverage Dates:

Nov 21 – Dec 09, 2026

Dec 27, 2026 – Jan 06, 2027

Patient Information:

Patient Population: Adults

Average Daily Volume: 5

Percentage of Practice: 60% OP, 40% IP

Facility Information:

Trauma Level: III

ICU Beds: 12

Exam Room: 1

EMR System: Epic

Physician in Practice: 1

Support Staff: 1 APP, MA

Privileges & Compliance:

Hospital Privileges Required: Yes

Required Procedures:

General Neurosurgery

Spinal surgery with & w/o instrumentation

Placement of ICP monitors

Job Requirements:

Board: BC/BE (Board Eligible within 3-5 years considered)

Licenses: Licensed in CA

DEA: Yes

Certifications: FLURO

Experience: Minimum 2 years of current hospital clinical activity in Neurosurgery; 100 cases in past 24 months.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Provide comprehensive neurosurgical care in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

Perform spinal surgeries with and without instrumentation, including cervical, thoracic, and lumbar procedures.

Manage trauma and emergency neurosurgical cases, including placement of ICP monitors.

Participate in weekday night call and 24-hour weekend call coverage as scheduled.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary team and support staff to ensure high-quality patient care.