Physician / Surgery - Neurological / Washington / Locum Tenens / Locums Neurological Surgery Job in Washington Job

We are seeking a highly skilled Neurological Surgery Physician for a locum tenens opportunity near Cusick, WA. This position offers an excellent chance to provide specialized neurological surgery services in a supportive inpatient setting.

Position Details:

• Specialty: Neurological Surgery
• Start Date: ASAP
• End Date: Ongoing
• Provider Type: Physician
• Coverage Type: Call Only
• Practice Setting: Inpatient
• EMR System: Epic

Work Schedule:

• Coverage Dates: August 16-18, with potential for additional days as needed
• Hours:
  • 24-hour coverage during weekends (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
  • Weekdays: 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Holiday Coverage:

• New Year's Day
• 4th of July
• Memorial Day
• Labor Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day

Job Requirements:

• Certification: Board Certified in Neurological Surgery
• Fellowship: Preferred but not required
• State License: Active Washington license or eligible for Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC)
• Certifications:
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) required
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) not required
  • Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) not required
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) not required

Facility and Practice Details:

• Hospital Privileges: Not required
• Temporary Privileges: Not available
• Admissions: Required
• Rounding: Both inpatient and outpatient rounding not required
• Patient Interaction: Primarily head (crani) procedures, as spine coverage is separately managed

Additional Information:

• Hospital Stroke Certification: Yes
• Estimated Credentialing Timeframe: 60 days
• Support Staff: Comprehensive support available during call shifts

Responsibilities:

• Provide expert neurological surgery care, focusing on head (crani) procedures
• Collaborate with existing spine coverage team to ensure comprehensive care
• Be available for 24-hour call coverage during weekends and specific weekday hours

Job Description:

This locum tenens position provides an excellent opportunity to work in a well-equipped inpatient setting, delivering high-quality neurological surgery care to patients. The facility utilizes the Epic EMR system, ensuring streamlined documentation and communication. Your role will be crucial in providing call coverage, ensuring that patients receive timely and effective care.

The practice is seeking a provider who can start as soon as possible and commit to ongoing coverage. This role is ideal for physicians who are flexible and willing to handle call-only duties. The call schedule includes both 24-hour weekend coverage and specified weekday hours, offering a balanced work-life dynamic.

If you are a Board Certified Neurological Surgery Physician with the required Washington license or eligibility for the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC), and you are interested in this locum tenens opportunity near Cusick, WA, we encourage you to apply. Your expertise and dedication will be highly valued as you provide critical care to patients in need.

Job ID: j-229390