Full Job Description
We are seeking an advanced practice provider (APP) to join a highly skilled Neurosurgery team for an urgent locum assignment. This positions offers a unique opportunity to assist in both emergent and schedule procedures while providing care to diverse patient populations.
Key Responsibilities:
- OR Involvement: Assist in the OR for procedures such as craniotomy, EVD placement, VP shunt revision, myelomeningocele repair, tumor biopsy/resection, and wound revision.
- Bedside Procedures: Includes obtaining CSF samples from EVD, tapping VP shunts, dressing changes, suture/staple removals, and drain removals.
- Patient Care: Round daily on inpatient consults, collaborating with the surgeon and primary care team to develop care plans.
- Clinic Sessions: Weekly outpatient clinic (Thursday, 9am – noon), with potential for extended hours. Work independently with surgeon consultation via phone.
- Coordination: Follow up with clinic patients regarding imaging and test results, and schedule subsequent visits. Book and coordinate both emergent and scheduled OR cases.
Anticipated Volume: 2-4 per month, with varying case load based on urgency and patient needs.
Clinic Load: Will be variable with increasing autonomy as the assignment progresses.
Key Qualifications:
- Experienced with Neurosurgery and related procedures is preferred.
- Comfortable working independently with occasional consultation from the surgeon.
Highlights:
- No call required, offering work life balance
- Collaborate with supportive and dedicated team of surgeons.
- Flexible scheduling, with dedicated clinic time and OR time.
- Competitive pay, with travel and housing arrangements provided.
Our locums are treated like family – with paid housing and travel, virtual credit cards for housing flexibility, top-rated malpractice coverage, and personalized attention to every need!
If you are a skilled Advanced Practice Provider with Neurosurgery experience and looking fort a challenging yet rewarding locum opportunity, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply now with your most updated CV for immediate consideration!
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $120.00 – $150.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Medical Specialty:
- Neurosurgery
- Pediatrics
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Overtime
License/Certification:
- New Jersey Physician Assistant license (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Hillside, NJ (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Hillside, NJ: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: On the road
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