Family Practice/Primary Care Physician Assistant

Company: GHR Healthcare
Location: Oakland
Posted on: June 16, 2026

Job Description:

Locum Tenens Physician Assistant (PA-C) - Neurosurgery Oakland, CA (94602)

Locum Tenens Physician Assistant (PA-C) - Neurosurgery in Oakland, CA. 26-week hospital assignment with competitive weekly pay ($5,040-$5,400) supporting a high-acuity neurosurgery team in the Bay Area.

Job Details

• Location: Oakland, CA 94602 (Oakland / San Francisco Bay Area)
• Role: Locum tenens Physician Assistant (Neurosurgery PA)
• Setting: Hospital - Neurosurgery Department (inpatient & outpatient)
• Assignment Duration: 26 weeks (September 7, 2026 - March 8, 2027)
• Shifts: Day shifts, 4x12-hour (07:00 - 17:00)
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $5,040 - $5,400
• Support Staff: 2 other APPs (Mon-Thu), 1 other APP (Fri), solo APP (Sat-Sun); attendings and RNs available
• Patient Volume: Inpatient: 8-15/day; Outpatient: 20/day (split with attending)
• EMR: Epic

Qualifications - Neurosurgery Physician Assistant (PA-C)

• Active Physician Assistant license (PA-C). California licensure can be supported for eligible candidates.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 1-2 years of neurosurgery experience (inpatient and outpatient)
• Level 1 trauma and neuro-trauma experience required
• Ability to remove surgical drains; bedside procedures performed with attending
• Excellent communication skills; must participate actively in privileging process
• Must meet hospital medical requirements (immunizations, physical, drug screen, color vision test)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive neurosurgery care in both inpatient and outpatient settings as a neurosurgery PA
• Assist with neuro-trauma cases and collaborate closely with attending neurosurgeons, nurses, and multidisciplinary teams
• Perform bedside procedures, including removal of surgical drains; support OR activities (first-assist experience preferred)
• Manage patient documentation and orders using Epic EMR
• Deliver high-quality, culturally competent care to a diverse Bay Area patient population
• Work independently on weekends and as part of a collaborative APP team during the week

Why Join This Neurosurgery Team

• Competitive weekly compensation for locum tenens PAs
• Hospital-based neurosurgery experience with trauma exposure and high-acuity cases
• Supportive team environment with attendings, RNs, and multiple APPs on shift
• Epic EMR system for streamlined documentation
• Work in Oakland-vibrant city with Bay Area access to San Francisco, dining, arts, and outdoor recreation
• California licensure assistance available for qualified candidates

This locum tenens neurosurgery PA position is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Physician Assistant (PA-C) seeking hospital-based neurosurgery work in Oakland, CA. Ideal candidates will have neuro-trauma and Level 1 trauma experience and be comfortable managing both inpatient and outpatient neurosurgical responsibilities.

Apply now to be considered for this Bay Area neurosurgery job. Submit your CV and contact information to join our neurosurgery team-locum tenens candidates welcome.

Benefits

GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Keywords: GHR Healthcare, San Francisco , Family Practice/Primary Care Physician Assistant, Healthcare , Oakland, California

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