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Neurosurgery Job in Eureka, California

Locum Tenens Neurological Surgeon — Eureka, CA (Complex Spine, Adult Trauma; Travel/Lodging Covered)

Company:Adelphi Staffing, LLC

Profession/Specialty:Neurosurgery

Location:Eureka, California, United States

Job Type:Part-time, In-person, Temporary / Locum Tenens

Job Description

Job ID: Not provided

Location: Eureka, California
Specialty: Neurological Surgery
Employment Type: Locum Tenens
Service Setting: Inpatient and Outpatient
Coverage Reason: Supplemental
Coverage Period: Begins Apr 30, 2026 — ongoing
Coverage Type: Clinical duties + call

Schedule

  • Regular shifts: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
  • Specific shifts to fill: Apr 30 (8:30 AM), May 5 (8:30 AM), Jun 1–8 (8:30 AM)
  • Call: Nights 5:00 PM–8:30 AM; Weekends 24-hour call
  • Call type: Beeper; response time 20–30 minutes

Patient Population & Volume

  • Adults only (100% adult; ~15% trauma)
  • Typical daily volume: ~5 patients
  • Trauma Level: III
  • Case mix: Complex spine cases included
  • Practice split: ~60% outpatient, ~40% inpatient

Clinical Responsibilities / Procedures

  • General adult neurosurgery including trauma
  • Spinal surgery with and without instrumentation
  • Placement of intracranial pressure (ICP) monitors
  • No airway management certifications required

Facility & Support

  • Physicians in practice: 1
  • Support staff: 1 APP, medical assistants
  • Exam rooms: 2–3
  • EMR: Epic

Privileges & Credentialing

  • Hospital privileges required; temporary privileges available
  • Applicants must submit case logs: 100 cases in the past 24 months specific to requested privileges
  • Need current number of case logs for privileging
  • Temporary fluoroscopy (FLURO) acceptable during privileging

Requirements

  • Active California medical license
  • Board certified (BC)
  • California DEA registration
  • Clean professional record
  • FLURO certification (temporary acceptable)
  • Minimum 2 years of current hospital clinical activity in neurosurgery
  • Any gaps >3 months in practice must be explained

Logistics

  • Travel, lodging, and malpractice insurance provided

Contact / Next Steps

  • Provide current case logs and documentation for privileging process
  • Confirm licensure, DEA, BC status, FLURO certification, and explanation for any gaps >3 months

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About Adelphi Locums

Adelphi Locums specializes in placing physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and CRNAs in locum tenens assignments nationwide. They focus on matching qualified providers with healthcare facilities that need flexible, short-term coverage. The company manages all aspects of the placement process, including credentialing, licensing, travel arrangements, and payroll. Their team emphasizes building strong relationships with both clinicians and clients to ensure a smooth experience. Adelphi Locums is committed to responsive service, professionalism, and delivering high-quality care through experienced providers. Their goal is to make locum tenens work simple, reliable, and rewarding for everyone involved.

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