Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Surgery - Otolaryngology/ENT Needed in California

Nurse Practitioner - Surgery - Otolaryngology/ENT

  • ID: 224581A
  • Updated November 2nd, 2026
Provider Type Nurse Practitioner
Specialty Otolaryngology/ENT Surgery
Job Type Locum Tenens
State California
Practice Setting Short Term Acute Care Hospital
Start Date 1/4/2027

We are seeking an Otolaryngology/ENT Nurse Practitioner for a 60-day assignment in California. This role involves a Monday-Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM schedule, focusing on managing follow-up appointments and outpatient visits for ENT, Otolaryngology, and Head and Neck patients, easing the workload for surgeons and physicians. The practitioner will handle a variety of ENT outpatient cases, including return visits, follow-ups, and specialized TMJ work.


Responsibilities and Duties

  • Manage follow-up appointments and outpatient visits for ENT, Otolaryngology, and Head and Neck patients.
  • Focus on cases to alleviate workload from surgeons and physicians.
  • See all ENT outpatient cases.
  • Conduct return visits and follow-ups for HNS/ENT.
  • Perform TMJ work, including TMJ botox.
  • Address cases related to ear tubes, thyroid, and parathyroid.
  • Potentially assist in a lump and bump clinic on a part-time basis.


Additional Information

  • EMR: Epic
  • Required Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Experience in all ENT outpatient cases required.
  • Must have TMJ experience, including TMJ botox, ear tube, thyroid, and parathyroid cases.
  • Setting: Outpatient with out-of-house call requirements.
  • Patients per day: 15-20
  • LOA: 60 days
  • Staffing Mix: 2+ Physicians, 1+ Advanced Practice Provider, full support staff of MAs and RNs.


Benefits

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

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