Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Surgery - Neurological Needed in New Mexico

Physician Assistant - Surgery - Neurological

  • ID: 224840B
  • Updated November 10th, 2026
Provider Type Physician Assistant
Specialty Neurological Surgery
Job Type Locum Tenens
State New Mexico
Practice Setting Short Term Acute Care Hospital
Start Date 3/3/2027

Our client is seeking a skilled Neurological Surgery Physician Assistant for an 84-day assignment in New Mexico. This role involves night shifts from 6PM to 6AM, with responsibilities for seeing all neurosurgery cases and opportunities for ongoing coverage one to two weeks per month.


Responsibilities and Duties

  • Manage and provide care for all neurosurgery patients in an inpatient setting.
  • Conduct patient evaluations and assessments.
  • Collaborate effectively with other Advanced Practice Providers and surgeons.
  • Assist with medical procedures as required within the scope of practice.
  • Document patient encounters and progress accurately in the EMR system.


Additional Information

  • Board Certifications: Neurological Surgery
  • Other Required Certifications: Advanced Stroke Life Support (ASLS), Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS), Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • EMR: Powerchart
  • Setting: Inpatient
  • Call Schedule: No Call
  • Patients per day: 10
  • LOA: 84 Days
  • Staffing Mix: Works with other APPs and surgeons


Benefits

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

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