Neurological Surgery Locum job in Eureka, CA

Location: Eureka, CA

Position Type: Locum Tenens – Inpatient & Outpatient (Clinic + Call)

Start Date: November 21, 2026 – Ongoing

Electronic Medical Records (EMR): Epic

Schedule & Block Dates

This position requires coverage for both clinic hours and a beeper-based call schedule.

• Specific Blocks Needed:
  • November 21, 2026 – December 9, 2026
  • December 27, 2026 – January 6, 2027
• Weekday Routine: * 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM: On-site Clinic/Inpatient duties (includes daytime call responsibilities). Note: The provider may not be required to be in the clinic all 5 days per week, but must remain available.
  • 5:00 PM – 8:30 AM: Weeknight Beeper Call.
• Weekend Routine: 24-Hour Weekend Beeper Call coverage.

Clinical Requirements & Qualifications

• Licensure: Active California (CA) medical license.
• Certifications: Board Eligible (BE) within 3–5 years of residency will be considered. Active DEA required.
• Fluoroscopy: California Fluoroscopy Supervisor and Operator Permit is required (Temporary/interim permits are acceptable).
• Clinical Scope: Must be comfortable managing complex spine cases. No specific airway certifications are required.

Submission & Privileging Checklist

The facility adheres to a strict 90-day credentialing window. To prevent name-clear or processing delays, ensure the following are included at the time of presentation:

• Updated CV: Must display all current and historical hospital affiliations.
• Work Gaps: Any clinical or employment gaps greater than 3 months must be explicitly detailed and explained.
• Clinical Activity: Requires at least 2 years of current hospital clinical activity in Neurological Surgery.
• Case Logs: Providers must be prepared to submit 100 cases within the past 24 months specific to the neurosurgical privileges being requested. Case logs must be provided upon presentation.