$140/hr Neurosurgery APP locums in Detroit. MI license required.
Bellevue, Washington, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician Assistant
Specialty Surgery-Neurosurgery
Degree Required MPAS/MHS/MMSc/MPH
Position Type Locums/Travel
Work Environment Hospital
Location Detroit, Michigan, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 11/08/24

Facility in Detroit, MI seeking Neurosurgery APP locums coverage

Rates: $140/hr

Facility in Detroit, MI, is seeking a skilled and experienced APP (NP/PA) to provide coverage from November 10 to February 10 during recruitment for permanent providers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Inpatient hospital-based setting, covering rounding, consults, and postoperative care (no OR/First Assist or procedural duties required)

  • Must be familiar with:

    • Acute neurosurgical and stroke emergencies

    • ICU care

    • Elective neurosurgical procedures

    • Postoperative management

  • Hours: 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., with weekend coverage once every 4 weeks

  • Level 1 Trauma Center with Comprehensive Stroke designation

  • Patient age range: 0 to 99

  • Procedures: Simple suture for minor lacerations

Facility and Support:

  • EMR: eCare/Cerner

  • APP works autonomously; supervising physician is available off-site on-call 24/7

  • Estimated Credentialing Timeframe: Emergency privileges approved

Requirements:

  • Board Certified (ANCC, AANP, or NCCPA) - REQUIRED

  • Active MI license - REQUIRED

  • Clean background - REQUIRED

  • Certifications: BLS, ENLS, NIHSS

  • MI DEA with verbal confirmation - REQUIRED

This role is ideal for an experienced APP with a solid understanding of neurosurgical patient care, particularly in a Level 1 Trauma Center. Candidates should be able to operate independently with off-site physician support.

About WhiteCoat Locums:

- Physician owned agency

- Highest-Pay rates on the market

- $1m/3m malpractice insurance and tail

- 100% transparency