Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Surgery - Neurological Needed in NM

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Neurological Surgery Physician Assistant for a 168-day assignment in New Mexico, starting Jul 13, 2026. This role involves working 6p-6a shifts, primarily caring for adult patients with some pediatric cases, and providing critical support in neurological surgical care. The Physician Assistant will play a vital role in assessing and coordinating care, responding to trauma calls, and managing post-operative neurosurgical patients.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Assess, coordinate care, and staff with on-call attending surgeon all head traumas, chronic cerebral anomalies, and on alternating weeks, spine trauma and chronic conditions.
• Respond to trauma calls when likely to involve brain or spinal trauma.
• Perform post-operative monitoring and management of neurosurgical patients and neurosurgical devices (i.e. EVD, Irraflow, Lumbar drains, etc.) in both the ICU and on the medical floor.
• Provide nighttime medical management for one of the subacute trauma teams, including emergent management of declining patients pending elevation to ICU care.

Additional Information

• Required Board Certifications include Neurological Surgery, Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Certification (AGPCNP-BC), and Family Nurse Practitioner Certification (FNP).
• The EMR system utilized is Powerchart.

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, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.

Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

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