Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Neurological Surgery Needed in NM

Job Description

Job Location: New Mexico

Type of Facility: Hospital

Length of Assignment: 84 days

Start Date: Beginning of January

Work Schedule: 5pm-5am, 7 days on/7 days off

Barton Associates is working with a client to fill a locum tenens Neurosurgical Physician Assistant position in a hospital setting. This opportunity offers a chance to provide specialized care for both adult and pediatric patients in a night shift role.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Conduct rounds and consultations for neurosurgical patients

• Perform neurological assessments on adult and pediatric patients

• Carry out bedside procedures including drain management and lumbar punctures

• Assist with reprogramming and reevaluation of neurosurgical devices

• Collaborate with 3 adult neurosurgery attendings and 2 pediatric neurosurgery attendings

• Manage primarily adult patients with occasional pediatric cases

• Maintain accurate and timely medical records using Powerchart EMR system

The ideal candidate will be comfortable working with both adult and pediatric neurosurgical patients and be proficient in performing various bedside procedures.

Key Features:

• Night shift position with 7 on/7 off schedule

• Opportunity to work with both adult and pediatric patients

• Diverse range of neurosurgical cases and procedures

Barton Associates is excited to work with you! Apply now to learn more about this exciting role.

Benefits

• Strong compensation

• Travel-related expenses covered

• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.

Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.