Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner – Acute Care Neurosurgery Spine (Outpatient) Jobs in San Francisco, CA

Advance your career as a Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner specializing in acute care neurosurgery spine at a leading outpatient clinic in San Francisco, California (94131). This full-time, contract healthcare job offers the opportunity to work with a renowned academic medical center, collaborating with expert neuro-spine surgeons, physiatrists, and a dedicated team of advanced practice providers (APPs). Discover the benefits of San Francisco healthcare jobs in a city celebrated for its scenic beauty, diverse culture, and excellent public transportation, supporting your work-life balance.

Key Job Details – Nurse Practitioner Healthcare Opportunity

• Job Title: Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner – Acute Care Neurosurgery Spine (Outpatient)
• Employment Type: Locum tenens (Travel/Contract)
• Healthcare Setting: Outpatient neurosurgery spine clinic
• Location: San Francisco, CA 94131
• Duration: 6 months (Start: 12/15/2025 – End: 6/15/2026)
• Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (No weekends, no holidays)
• Hours per Week: 40
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $5,600 – $6,000
• Patient Population: Adult neuro-spine surgery patients (20–22 in-person visits/day; up to 26 with telehealth)
• Support Team: 7 APPs, 5 surgeons, 2 physiatrists, medical assistants, and patient navigators
• EMR: Epic

Nurse Practitioner Job Requirements

• Active California Nurse Practitioner license (required for California nursing jobs)
• Board certification: A-GNP-C, ANP-C, FNP-C, GNP-C, AGPCNP-BC, ANP-BC, FNP-BC, GNP-BC, ACNP-BC, AGACNP-BC, ACNPC-AG, or ACNPC
• DEA registration with Schedule 2/2n authority
• BLS certification (AHA required)
• 2–3 years of experience in ortho spine surgery, neuro spine surgery, or pain management with spine patients
• Academic medical center experience strongly preferred
• Ability to conduct consults independently
• COVID-19 vaccine and booster required (medical/religious exemptions considered)

Healthcare Responsibilities

• Conduct outpatient consults, post-op, and follow-up appointments for neuro-spine surgery patients
• Perform clinical exams, triage calls, order imaging and medications
• Manage outpatient procedures: staple removal, drain removal, wound care
• Opportunity to perform trigger point, hip, and knee injections if experienced (not required)
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team to deliver high-quality patient care
• Utilize Epic EMR for documentation and patient management
• Strictly outpatient role—no operating room or inpatient responsibilities

Apply now to join our San Francisco healthcare team as a Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner in neurosurgery spine outpatient care!

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.

About GHR

GHR Healthcare’s Locum Tenens division leverages deep industry knowledge and a nationwide network to connect healthcare professionals with opportunities that elevate careers and broaden impact. We specialize in placing CRNAs, Anesthesiologists, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and Physicians across all specialties in locum tenens roles at hospitals, clinics, and healthcare facilities nationwide.

From the very first conversation, a dedicated career advisor will learn your goals and connect you with positions that align with your skills, schedule, and earning potential.

We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.ghrhealthcare.com.

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.