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PANeurological surgeryPhysicianJOB-02941
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At a glance

Location
PA
Specialty
Neurological surgery
Provider type
Physician
Credential
MD/DO
Board status
Board Certified
Assignment type
Locum Tenens
Estimated start
November 1, 2026
Coverage needed
Dates needed: Oct 30 - Nov 12, Dec 21-24

About this assignment

Neurological Surgery Locum Tenens | Pennsylvania


Provider Details:

  • Specialty: Neurological Surgery
  • Job Class: Locum Tenens
  • Provider Type: Physician
  • Provider Credentials: MD/DO
  • Board Status: Board Certified or Board Eligible
  • Number of Positions: 1

Shift Details:

  • Estimated Start Date: November 1, 2026
  • Requested Date of Coverage and Schedule: ASAP for the remainder of 2026, possibly into 2027
  • Schedule Details: 24 Hour Call, 7a - 7p (some days 7a-7a)
  • Number of Shifts Needed per Month: TBD
  • Procedures: Craniotomy, spinal trauma, spine infections, brain and spine tumors
  • Patient Population/Case Load: Adult/Peds; Daily surgical volume: While on call one can expect 2-6 consults. Urgent to emergent cases ~4 per week. Average Call Back hours expected during 24-hour shift: 3
  • Case Mix: Craniotomy, spinal trauma, spine infections, brain and spine tumors
  • Trauma Level: Level 1

Licensing and Privileging:

  • License: An active Pennsylvania state license is required.
  • Willing to License: No
  • Estimated Privileging Timeline: Full Privileges, Temp Privileges

Additional Information:

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Neurological Surgeon to join our team on a locum tenens basis. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic and challenging environment with a focus on high-acuity cases. The ideal candidate will be board certified and have experience in handling complex neurological procedures. If you are passionate about providing exceptional care and are ready to make a difference, we encourage you to apply.


For more information and to apply, please contact us at your earliest convenience.

Day to day

Locum Tenens due to Turnover/Vacancy. How many hours does it take to round? 1-2 hours First call for stroke would go to neurology hospitalists or tele neurology.

Practice details

  • Not solo coverage
  • Shift pattern: 24 Hour Call;Day
  • Setting: 24 Hour Call. 7a-7a

Case mix

  • Workload: Craniotomy, spinal trauma, spine Infections, brain and spine tumors.
  • Skills/Procedures: Provider will not be required to supervise APP's or residents

Call

Call Details: Both assigned and unassigned call, pager call and 2nd call/backup for spine only Average Call # per 24 hours: 5

Dates & schedule

Dates needed: Oct 30 - Nov 12, Dec 21-24

Licensing & requirements

  • State license not required upfront

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