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Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Neurosurgery in New Mexico - Excellent Benefits 2025-01-26
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Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Neurosurgery in New Mexico - Excellent Benefits 2025-01-26

Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Neurosurgery in New Mexico - Excellent Benefits 2025-01-26

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Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Neurosurgery in New Mexico - Excellent Benefits 2025-01-26 at LocumJobsOnline Careers summary :

We are seeking a Locum Physician Assistant specializing in Neurosurgery for a 168-day assignment at a hospital in New Mexico starting in May 2025. The position involves managing adult and pediatric neurosurgical cases during night shifts, responding to trauma calls, and providing post-operative care. Ideal candidates must be licensed in New Mexico and experienced in both adult and pediatric neurosurgery, with proficiency in Powerchart EMR.

LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Neurosurgery PA in New Mexico!

About The Position

Our client, a hospital located in New Mexico, is looking for a locum Physician Assistant specializing in Neurological Surgery for a 168-day assignment beginning in May 2025, with potential for extension. The role involves night shifts (5 PM to 5 AM) on a 7-on / 7-off or 14-on / 14-off schedule. Responsibilities include managing adult and pediatric neurosurgical cases, responding to trauma calls, post-operative care, and nighttime management of subacute trauma patients. The PA will work with both adult and pediatric neurosurgery teams and use Powerchart EMR. This challenging position offers an opportunity to work in a high-acuity setting, handling a wide range of neurosurgical cases.

Overview

Facility Type : Hospital

Location : New Mexico (NM)

Work Hours : 5 : 00 PM - 5 : 00 AM, 7 days on / 7 days off or 14 days on / 14 days off

Start Date : May 2025

Duration : 168 days (with potential for extension)

Job Overview :

We are seeking a locum Physician Assistant specializing in Neurological Surgery to provide coverage for a hospital located in New Mexico. The ideal candidate will be experienced in managing both adult and pediatric neurosurgical cases, including trauma and chronic conditions.

Job Details :

  • Night shift : 5 : 00 PM - 5 : 00 AM
  • Rotation : 7 days on / 7 days off or 14 days on / 14 days off

Responsibilities :

  • Assessing and coordinating care for head traumas and chronic cerebral anomalies
  • Managing spine trauma and chronic conditions (alternating weeks)
  • Responding to trauma calls involving potential brain or spinal trauma
  • Post-operative monitoring and management of neurosurgical patients
  • Managing neurosurgical devices (EVD, Irraflow, Lumbar drains, etc.)
  • Nighttime medical management of subacute trauma team
  • Emergent management of declining patients pending ICU transfer
  • Collaboration with 3 adult and 2 pediatric neurosurgery attendings

    • Requirements :

  • Licensed Physician Assistant with specialization in Neurological Surgery
  • Active New Mexico PA license or ability to obtain one
  • Comfort with both adult and pediatric neurosurgical cases
  • Proficiency in Powerchart EMR system

    • Additional Information :

  • Primarily adult patients with occasional pediatric cases
  • Potential for extension beyond the initial 168-day assignment

    • Benefits :

  • Strong compensation
  • Travel-related expenses covered
  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
  • Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

    • What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

    Locum tenens jobs (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension. Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility

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    About Barton Associates

    The Locum Tenens Experts

    Barton Associates is a leading national locum tenens physician, physician assistant, dentist, CRNA, and nurse practitioner staffing company. Whether you need long term support for your practice, short term vacation coverage, immediate coverage due to an unplanned absence or resignation, or anything in between, our locum tenens experts are here to help.

    The Best Talent in the Industry

    Our experienced recruiting team conducts thorough interviews and reference checks to ensure that we have the best network of locum tenens physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners in the industry – ready to go when you are.

    Maximize Patient Access And Revenue

    Locum tenens staffing through Barton Associates is an effective way for your organization to optimize patient access, ensure continuity of care, and maximize revenue generation.

    Flexible Solutions Your Organization Needs To Thrive

  • Whether you need long term coverage for your practice, short term vacation coverage, or anything in between – you can trust Barton Associates to provide the flexible staffi­ng solutions your organization needs to thrive.

    • A Proactive Approach

  • We recruit new locums every day, actively help our physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners obtain new licenses so they’re ready to work in your state at a moment’s notice. We can also help your organization credential locums in advance of a specific need – greatly improving your ability to react to unforeseen­ staffing challenges.

    • Fast, Easy, Efficient Hiring Process

  • From securing the perfect candidate to credentialing and travel-related issues, our experts handle the entire locum tenens staffing process for you – so you can focus on your practice. Just let us know what you need and we’ll take care of the rest!

    • Medical Malpractice Insurance Provided

  • Many agencies charge additional separate fees for medical malpractice coverage. Barton Associates provides ‘A’ rated medical malpractice insurance for our locum tenens providers on assignment at no additional charge.

    • Industry Leading Support

  • When you work with Barton, you’re supported by an entire team of experts; including recruiters, account managers, licensing and credentialing specialists,travel coordinators, and others with one goal — to make the process as fast, easy, and efficient as possible.

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    Keywords :

    Locum Physician Assistant, Neurosurgery, New Mexico, Trauma Calls, Post-operative Care, Adult Patients, Pediatric Cases, Powerchart EMR, Healthcare Jobs, Travel Healthcare

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