Neurohospitalist Locums Job in California Seven Consecutive 24-Hour Shifts Beginning January 1, 2027 - Ongoing Assignment
Coverage Details
Coverage begins January 1, 2027, with approximately 4-12 months of coverage anticipated
Shift Details
Seven consecutive 24-hour shifts from Friday at 6pm through the following Friday at 6pm
Onsite coverage 8am-4pm with after-hours response time of less than 20 minutes for acute stroke coverage
Regular schedule of one seven-day stretch per month
Requirements
Active CA license
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurology
Current NIH Stroke Scale certification
Experience providing Neurohospitalist coverage in a certified Primary or Comprehensive Stroke Center
Experience evaluating and managing acute ischemic stroke, intracerebral hemorrhage, and other neurologic emergencies
Required Procedures / Skills
Experience with thrombolytic therapy, endovascular thrombectomy evaluation, and making transfer decisions for higher-level neurovascular care
Cerner experience and strong computer skills
Assignment Details
Average daily census: 6
Average daily new consults: 2
Average daily stroke activations: 1
Trauma Level II hospital
Round on neurology consults
Respond in person to stroke activations and new ER and hospitalist consults
Attend quarterly stroke committee meetings
Answer transfer calls from the Regional Transfer Center
Stroke coordinator support available
Community-based hospital environment with strong specialty support and a collaborative culture
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