Locum Tenens

Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery
Eureka, CA
TheraEX Staffing Services

$90-110/hour
Posted 12 days ago

Overview

  • Start Date06/17/2026
  • Duration26 weeks

Pay

Estimated pay
$90-110/hour

Benefits

  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Health Care FSA
  • Life insurance
  • Sick pay
  • Holiday Pay
  • Medical benefits

Description

Title: Orthopedic Surgery NP/PA (Locum Tenens)
Start Date: June 18, 2026
Duration: Ongoing

Job Overview

We are seeking experienced Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants to provide full-time orthopedic APP coverage in both clinic and OR settings. This role includes scheduled clinical hours and call responsibilities.

Schedule

  • Mon–Thu: Clinic (8am–5pm) + OR (7:30am start; may extend to 3–5pm)
  • Friday: Clinic/OR/Admin (7:30am–5pm)
  • Call: 5–7 days/month + 24hr weekend call when scheduled
  • Night Call: 5pm–8am

Responsibilities

  • Assist in orthopedic surgeries (trauma-focused preferred)
  • Provide outpatient and inpatient care
  • Manage pre/post-operative patients
  • Participate in call rotation

Requirements

  • Active California NP or PA license
  • Active CA DEA
  • BLS certification (required)
  • Minimum 2 years recent orthopedic clinical experience
  • Comfortable in OR + clinic settings
  • Case logs required (for surgical experience)

Credentialing

  • Estimated timeframe: ~90 days
  • Privileges required prior to start

Practice Details

  • Setting: Inpatient & Outpatient
  • Patients per shift: 20–22
  • EMR: Epic

Employer

TheraEX Staffing Services

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About Eureka, CA

As a in Eureka, CA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Slightly higher than the national average, primarily due to housing costs.
  • Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
Weather
  • Average summer highs of 63-64°F and winter lows of 40-43°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available, but may require some searching due to limited availability.
Transportation
  • Car friendliness is high, with limited public transportation options.
Demographics
  • Diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to the coastal location.
  • Eureka has a growing population of travel nurses.
Things to Do
  • Eureka offers a variety of restaurants, especially known for seafood.
  • The city has a vibrant arts scene, with galleries and live music venues.
  • Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, kayaking, and exploring the nearby redwood forests.
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