Locum Tenens Neurosurgeon – Clinic & Call | Ongoing Opportunity | Eureka, CA
Updated 10/24/26
95501, Eureka, California, United States
Physician
Surgery-Neurosurgery
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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 a Board-Certified Neurosurgeon for a locum tenens opportunity at St. Joseph Hospital in Eureka, California. This assignment combines scheduled outpatient clinic hours with inpatient call coverage, offering the opportunity to manage a wide range of neurosurgical cases, including complex spine procedures.
The provider will work in both inpatient and outpatient settings, utilizing Epic EMR while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality neurosurgical care. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced neurosurgeon seeking a rewarding assignment in Northern California.
Job Responsibilities
Evaluate and treat patients with cranial and spinal disorders.
Perform neurosurgical consultations and surgical procedures as needed.
Manage complex spine cases.
Conduct scheduled outpatient clinic visits.
Provide weeknight and weekend call coverage.
Collaborate with hospital staff, specialists, and referring providers.
Document patient encounters accurately using Epic EMR.
Maintain compliance with hospital policies and quality standards.
Qualifications
Board Certified in Neurological Surgery (Board Eligible within 3–5 years of residency may be considered, though Board Certified candidates are strongly preferred).
Active California medical license.
Current DEA registration.
FLUORO Certification (temporary FLUORO certification acceptable).
Minimum of 2 years of current hospital clinical activity in Neurosurgery.
Ability to provide 100 relevant surgical case logs from the past 24 months during the privileging process.
Current CV including all hospital affiliations.
Explanation required for any clinical gaps greater than three months.
Experience managing complex spine cases.
Working Hours
Assignment: Ongoing
Coverage Type: Scheduled Clinical Hours + Call
Practice Setting: Inpatient & Outpatient
Clinic Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Night Call: 5:00 PM – 8:30 AM
Weekend Coverage: 24-hour beeper call
Guaranteed Hours: 8 hours per day
Overtime: Applies after 9 hours worked per day
Patient Volume: Approximately 5 patients per shift
Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
Temporary Privileges: Not Available
Specific Dates Currently Needed:
November 21 – December 9, 2026
December 27, 2026 – January 6, 2027
Skills
Complex spine surgery experience.
Inpatient and outpatient clinical management.
Emergency neurosurgical consultation.
Strong surgical decision-making skills.
Epic EMR proficiency.
Excellent communication and multidisciplinary collaboration.
Ability to work independently while providing call coverage.
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