Local Contract Physician Assistant - Orthopedic Surgery
Downey, CA
Medlivo
5x8 hrs, Days

Orthopedic Surgery NP/PA – Spine First Assist Locum Opportunity | Downey, CA

We are seeking an experienced Orthopedic Surgery Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide locum coverage at a leading hospital in Downey, California. This assignment offers the opportunity to work alongside a highly specialized spine surgery team performing complex and advanced procedures.

Assignment Details

• Location: Downey, CA
• Duration: October 2026 – March 2027 (possible extension)
• Schedule: 4x10-hour shifts per week, including every other weekend
• Setting: Hospital
• Compensation: $100–$120/hr 

Responsibilities

• Serve as First Assist on complex spine surgeries, including spinal fusions, deformity corrections, revision procedures, trauma cases, and minimally invasive spine surgeries.
• Assist with surgical exposure, instrumentation placement, wound closure, and intraoperative support.
• Review patient history, imaging, and surgical plans with attending surgeons.
• Participate in postoperative care, documentation, and patient handoffs.

Requirements

• Board Certified NP or PA
• Active California License
• BLS & ACLS (AHA)
• First Assist Certification required for NPs
• Demonstrated Spine Surgery First Assist experience
• Strong knowledge of spinal anatomy, instrumentation, and complex wound closure techniques

Additional Information

• Estimated credentialing timeframe: 90 days
• Potential after-hours pager call for urgent surgical cases
• EPIC EMR experience preferred

If you're interested in learning more, please send your CV and availability for consideration.