Urgent Locum Physician Assistant Neurosurgery Job
San Diego, California, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician Assistant
Specialty Surgery-Neurosurgery
Degree Required Other
Position Type Locums/Travel
Work Environment Hospital
Location 1411 East 31st Street, Oakland, California, 94602, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 9/13/24

Locum Physician Assistant Neurosurgery job in Oakland, CA - $115 to 125 per hour



Job Responsibilities

  • Assess patients, document medical histories and address patient inquiries and concerns.
  • Diagnose and manage injuries, illnesses and medical conditions.
  • Conduct, analyze and interpret diagnostic tests and communicate results to patients.
  • Keep patient records current by updating information and treatments.
  • Develop treatment plans and recommendations.
  • Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
  • Stay up to date with advances in medicine and best practices.

Qualifications

  • An active and unencumbered physician license in the state of employment (if a new license is needed for your assignment, Aya Locums can help).
  • Board certification or eligibility for certification in a specialty relevant to the role (highly preferred).
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.

Skills

  • Experienced in diagnostic and clinical decision-making.
  • Effectively communicates with others.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
  • Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care.
  • Familiarity with electronic medical record systems and technology.

Working Hours

  • 5x24-Hour 07:00 - 07:00

Education Requirements

  • A Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in a relevant field.
  • A Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) degree.
  • Completed residency program in your chosen specialty.
  • Continuing medical education (CME) activities to maintain medical licenses.

With Aya Locums, You Get

  • Access to top hospitals and healthcare systems in diverse care settings.
  • Highly competitive, transparent locum tenens pay.
  • Dedicated application and assignment support.
  • In-house credentialing and licensing teams.
  • Travel and lodging coverage.
  • Easy timekeeping and streamlined management of documents.
  • Malpractice coverage and risk management support.
  • Aya may provide other benefits where required by applicable law, including but not limited to reimbursements.