Locum Tenens Anesthesiologist – Outpatient Surgery Center | No Call | Eureka, CA
Updated 10/17/26
95501, Eureka, California, United States
Physician
Anesthesiology
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
Other
MD/DO
Residency/Fellowship/Externship
Position Type
Moonlighting
Locums/Travel
Part-Time/Contract
Work Environment
Hospital
Inpatient
Outpatient
Visa Sponsorship
No
Experience Level
2 years
Job description
Job description
We are seeking Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Anesthesiologists for an ongoing locum tenens opportunity at North Coast Surgery Center in Eureka, California. This outpatient-only assignment offers a Monday–Friday schedule with no call, making it an excellent opportunity for physicians seeking a consistent work schedule and outstanding work-life balance.
Providers will deliver anesthesia services for a variety of lower-acuity outpatient surgical procedures in a modern ambulatory surgery center utilizing Epic EMR.
Job Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive pre-anesthesia evaluations.
Develop individualized anesthesia plans based on patient needs.
Administer and monitor anesthesia throughout surgical procedures.
Manage patient recovery and post-anesthesia care.
Collaborate with surgeons, CRNAs, nursing staff, and perioperative teams.
Document patient care accurately using Epic EMR.
Maintain compliance with facility policies and patient safety standards.
Qualifications
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Anesthesiology (within 3–5 years of residency).
Active California medical license.
Current DEA registration.
Previous outpatient anesthesia experience preferred.
Strong clinical judgment and patient safety focus.
Experience with Epic EMR preferred.
Clean malpractice and credentialing history strongly preferred, particularly for urgent coverage dates.
Working Hours
Assignment: Ongoing
Coverage Type: No Call
Practice Setting: Outpatient Surgery Center
Schedule: Monday–Friday
Shift Hours: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Guaranteed Hours: 8 hours per day
Overtime: Applies after 9 hours (requires prior approval)
Average Case Volume: Approximately 8 patients per shift
Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
Immediate Coverage Needs
July 20–24, 2026
August 3–7, 2026
Additional Coverage Opportunities
October 12–16
October 19–23
November 2–6
November 9–13
November 16–20
November 23–27
November 30–December 4
December 7–11
December 14–18
December 21–24
December 28–31
Skills
Ambulatory surgery anesthesia.
Preoperative patient assessment.
Intraoperative anesthesia management.
Post-anesthesia recovery care.
Airway management.
Epic EMR documentation.
Strong communication and teamwork.
Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care.
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