Surgery - Neurosurgery Nurse Practitioner

Neurosurgery NP/PA Outpatient Clinic (Academic Medical Center) Start Date: October 20, 2025Contract Length: 4 6 monthsLocation: California (CA license required)Schedule: Monday Friday, 8 AM 5 PM (No weekends or holidays)Setting: Outpatient clinic within an academic medical center Position Overview We are seeking an experienced NP or PA to join a high-performing outpatient neurosurgery team. This is a full-time locum opportunity supporting a neuro-spine surgery clinic with a strong academic focus. The APP will work closely with the Vice Chair of Neurosurgery, a high-volume, high-expectation surgeon, and must demonstrate clinical competence in neuro-spine care. Key Responsibilities Manage post-op and follow-up visits for neuro-spine patientsConduct physical exams, triage patient calls, order imaging and medicationsPerform outpatient procedures such as staple/drain removal and wound careCollaborate with a team of 7 APPs, 5 surgeons, 2 physiatrists, MAs, and patient navigatorsSupport patients/day in person; up to 26/day with telehealthNo OR or inpatient responsibilities strictly outpatient clinic Required Experience & Skills 2 3 years in ortho spine surgery, neuro spine surgery, or pain management with spine patientsExperience in academic medical centers is strongly preferredComfortable working independently in a fast-paced, high-volume clinicFamiliarity with Epic EMRBonus: Experience with trigger point, hip, or knee injections Licensure & Certifications CA license requiredDEA with Schedule II and IIN requiredBLS certification requiredFor PAs:Must hold a Master s degree in Physician Assistant StudiesFor NPs:Accepted certifications include:A-GNP-CANP-CFNP-CGNP-CAGPCNP-BCANP-BCFNP-BCGNP-BCACNP-BCAGACNP-BCACNPC-AGACNPC Additional Notes APPs are not utilized in the OR; surgical time is reserved for residents and fellowsPatient population is strictly adult neuro-spine casesThis is a clinic-only role with no inpatient or surgical responsibilities

Created: 2025-12-01