Surgery - Neurosurgery Physician Assistant

Neurosurgery NP/PA Outpatient Clinic (Academic Medical Center)

Start Date:

October 20, 2025 Contract Length:

4 6 months Location:

California (CA license required) Schedule:

Monday Friday, 8 AM 5 PM (No weekends or holidays) Setting:

Outpatient clinic within an academic medical center Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced

NP or PA

to join a high-performing outpatient neurosurgery team. This is a full-time locum opportunity supporting a

neuro-spine surgery clinic

with a strong academic focus. The APP will work closely with the

Vice Chair of Neurosurgery , a high-volume, high-expectation surgeon, and must demonstrate clinical competence in neuro-spine care. Key Responsibilities

Manage post-op and follow-up visits for neuro-spine patients Conduct physical exams, triage patient calls, order imaging and medications Perform outpatient procedures such as staple/drain removal and wound care Collaborate with a team of 7 APPs, 5 surgeons, 2 physiatrists, MAs, and patient navigators Support patients/day in person; up to 26/day with telehealth No OR or inpatient responsibilities strictly outpatient clinic Required Experience & Skills

2 3 years

in

ortho spine surgery ,

neuro spine surgery , or

pain management

with spine patients Experience in

academic medical centers

is

strongly preferred Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, high-volume clinic Familiarity with

Epic EMR Bonus: Experience with trigger point, hip, or knee injections Licensure & Certifications

CA license required DEA

with Schedule II and IIN required BLS certification required For PAs: Must hold a Master s degree in Physician Assistant Studies For NPs: Accepted certifications include:

A-GNP-C ANP-C FNP-C GNP-C AGPCNP-BC ANP-BC FNP-BC GNP-BC ACNP-BC AGACNP-BC ACNPC-AG ACNPC

Additional Notes

APPs are not utilized in the OR; surgical time is reserved for residents and fellows Patient population is strictly adult neuro-spine cases This is a

clinic-only

role with no inpatient or surgical responsibilities