Locum Neuro - Trauma/Critical Care Physician Assistant needed in Redding California Job at ATC West Healthcare Services, Redding, CA

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  • ATC West Healthcare Services
  • Redding, CA

Job Description

Neuro-Trauma / Neurosurgery ICU PA

Seeking a Physician Assistant with neuro-trauma and/or neuro-critical care experience to provide coverage for gaps in service. This role focuses on ICU management of emergency neurosurgical patients involving brain, neck, and spine conditions .

Practice Setting

  • Level II Trauma Center

  • Neuro-Trauma / Neurosurgery ICU

  • Average census: 15–20 ICU patients per provider per day

  • EMR: Cerner Care B

Coverage & Schedule

  • Multiple coverage blocks available from January through December

  • Reason for coverage: Gaps in coverage

  • Estimated credentialing timeframe: 30–60 days from receipt of a complete application

Clinical Responsibilities

  • ICU management of neurosurgical and trauma patients

  • Low to moderate risk procedures:

    • Laceration repair

    • Peripheral IV access

    • Fracture and dislocation reductions (minimal/moderate displacement)

  • High-risk procedures:

    • G-tube placement

    • Endotracheal intubation

    • Cardioversion/defibrillation

    • LMA placement

    • Paracentesis

    • Chest tube placement

    • Central and arterial line insertion

  • APPs do not assist in surgery

Travel Considerations

  • Local providers preferred

  • Lodging must align with established travel policy

  • Travel exceptions must be disclosed at submission

Candidate Requirements

  • Certified PA (NCCPA)

  • Active state license

  • Minimum 1 year of neurosurgery, neuro-critical care, or neurology experience

  • ACLS required; ATLS preferred but not mandatory with strong neuro experience

  • DEA required

  • Clean malpractice history

  • Must hold active staff privileges at a TJC-accredited facility (not locum-only privileges)

  • Availability must be provided at time of name clear

This is a strong opportunity for an experienced neuro-focused PA seeking ICU-based trauma and neurosurgery coverage in a high-acuity hospital environment.

Job Tags

For contractors, Locum, Local area,

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