Surgery - Neurosurgery Nurse Practitioner

Neurosurgery NP/PA Outpatient Clinic (Academic Medical Center) Start Date: October 20, 2025 Contract Length: 4 6 months Location: California (CA license required) Schedule: Monday Friday, 8 AM 5 PM (No weekends or holidays) Setting: Outpatient clinic within an academic medical center Position Overview We are seeking an experienced NP or PA to join a high-performing outpatient neurosurgery team. This is a full-time locum opportunity supporting a neuro-spine surgery clinic with a strong academic focus. The APP will work closely with the Vice Chair of Neurosurgery , a high-volume, high-expectation surgeon, and must demonstrate clinical competence in neuro-spine care.

Key Responsibilities Manage post-op and follow-up visits for neuro-spine patients Conduct physical exams, triage patient calls, order imaging and medications Perform outpatient procedures such as staple/drain removal and wound care Collaborate with a team of 7 APPs, 5 surgeons, 2 physiatrists, MAs, and patient navigators Support patients/day in person; up to 26/day with telehealth No OR or inpatient responsibilities strictly outpatient clinic Required Experience & Skills 2 3 years in ortho spine surgery , neuro spine surgery , or pain management with spine patients Experience in academic medical centers is strongly preferred Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, high-volume clinic Familiarity with Epic EMR Bonus: Experience with trigger point, hip, or knee injections Licensure & Certifications CA license required DEA with Schedule II and IIN required BLS certification required For PAs: Must hold a Master s degree in Physician Assistant Studies For NPs: Accepted certifications include: A-GNP-C ANP-C FNP-C GNP-C AGPCNP-BC ANP-BC FNP-BC GNP-BC ACNP-BC AGACNP-BC ACNPC-AG ACNPC Additional Notes APPs are not utilized in the OR; surgical time is reserved for residents and fellows Patient population is strictly adult neuro-spine cases This is a clinic-only role with no inpatient or surgical responsibilities