Locums - Boston, Massachusetts NP/PA Neurosurgery Opportunity
Clinical Role
RecruitWell is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for a locums Neurosurgery opportunity in Boston, Massachusetts. This is a pediatric inpatient role focused entirely on patient care, rounding, orders, and discharge management. APPs do not participate in the operating room, as the resident program provides surgical assistance.
Assignment Details
Schedule: 3 shifts per week
Shift hours: 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM
13-hour shifts
No nights
No holidays
Full-time availability preferred
Will consider candidates available a minimum of 2 weeks per month
Pediatric patient population
Inpatient Neurosurgery setting
Position Highlights
Pediatric Neurosurgery opportunity
Day shifts only
No night coverage
No holiday coverage
No OR responsibilities
Strong resident support
Patient care-focused APP role
Flexible consideration for providers available at least 2 weeks per month
Clinical Details & Responsibilities
Begin each day rounding with Neurosurgery residents
Review the care plan for assigned patients
Enter and review patient orders
Evaluate patients who require APP assessment
Manage ongoing inpatient care needs
Assist with discharge planning and discharge orders
Collaborate closely with the resident team
APPs do not participate in operative cases
Procedures & Skills
Support & Technology
Requirements
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Board Certification required
Active Massachusetts license required
Minimum 1 year of Neurosurgery experience required
Pediatric Neurosurgery experience preferred
Organization is not willing to license
Credentialing
Organization & Team
Pediatric inpatient Neurosurgery service
APPs work closely with residents and the Neurosurgery team
Resident program supports operative responsibilities
APP role is focused on inpatient clinical management rather than surgery
About Boston, Massachusetts
Location & Access: Boston is one of the Northeast's major medical, academic, and cultural centers, with extensive public transportation and convenient access to regional and international travel.
Lifestyle & Community: The city offers historic neighborhoods, diverse dining, shopping, professional sports, arts, and cultural attractions throughout the greater Boston area.
Outdoor Recreation: Boston provides access to waterfront parks, walking and biking paths, the Charles River, nearby beaches, and numerous outdoor destinations throughout New England.
Attractions: Popular destinations include the Freedom Trail, Boston Common, Fenway Park, museums, historic sites, and the city's waterfront and harbor areas.
Quality of Life: Boston offers an exceptional professional environment for healthcare providers, along with access to world-class educational institutions, cultural amenities, and coastal New England destinations.
What RecruitWell Provides
A+ rated malpractice coverage
Weekly direct deposit
24/7 dedicated recruiter support
Professional onboarding and credentialing assistance
Prepaid travel and lodging
RecruitWell's Core Values
Open communication
Sense of urgency
Teamwork
Accountability
Driven to win
Higher consciousness
