Neurosurgery Locum Tenens Physician Assistant

Position Overview

One of our Partners in Eastern North Carolina is seeking Neurosurgery Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants for ongoing inpatient coverage at a Level I Trauma Center. This is a high-acuity, team-based neurosurgical environment with strong physician collaboration, defined shift structure, and consistent volume.

Providers will join an established service with 24/7 support, clear responsibilities, and the opportunity to work alongside experienced neurosurgeons in a tertiary care setting.

Provider Pay Rate: $110/hour

Assignment Highlights

• Level I Trauma Center with complex neurosurgical case mix

• Established team: 9 Neurosurgeons + 9 APPs

• 24/7 inpatient support — no solo coverage

• Flexible scheduling: Days or Nights available

• Optional OR First Assist exposure (not required)

• Predictable 12-hour shifts

• Orientation day prior to first shift

• HPA Healthcare is a Joint Commission–certified agency

• Prepaid travel and lodging

• Malpractice insurance covered

Job Responsibilities

• Inpatient neurosurgery coverage

• Admissions, consults, and daily rounding

• Collaboration with neurosurgeons and ICU teams

• Care coordination and discharge planning

• Limited nighttime discharges as needed

• Optional OR first assist

• EMR documentation

Skills & Experience

• Board Certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

• Active North Carolina license (or quick eligibility)

• Neurosurgery, ICU, or high-acuity inpatient experience preferred

• BLS & ACLS (AHA required)

• Comfortable in Level I Trauma setting