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The Redwoods Are Calling for a Neurosurgeon

Providence Medical Group - Northern California · Eureka, CA

Posted July 20, 2026

Providence - Eureka, CA · 2700 Dolbeer Street, Eureka, CA, US, 95501

Providence Medical Group is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Board Certified/ Board Eligible Neurosurgeon to join our established and well-respected Neurosurgery practice in Eureka, California. The ideal candidate will manage a broad range of general neurosurgical conditions and procedures, offering both inpatient and outpatient care. This role will involve diagnosing, treating, and surgically managing conditions of the brain, spine, and nervous system, collaborating with other specialists to ensure comprehensive care for all patients. Complex spinal surgery experience is preferred.

Enjoy unparalleled quality of life in northern California’s scenic natural beauty. Year-round temperate climate, redwood forests, pristine beaches, rushing rivers, and snowy mountains are all within easy reach, in this outdoor enthusiast’s paradise. Prestigious local 4 year university brings cultural and educational diversity to the area.

St. Joseph Hospital in Eureka offers a broad spectrum of neurosurgical capabilities, including fully staffed ICU, a dedicated neurosurgical OR suite and dedicated neurosurgical staffing, and modern equipment. St. Joseph Hospital is a level 3 trauma center, with a very sophisticated and collegial medical community. Services represented include a fully staffed modern ICU, vascular surgery, interventional cardiology and cardiac surgery, level 3 trauma center, and more.

At Providence, we are mission focused and community centric, with a proud 150+ year heritage of caring for patients from all walks of life, including the disadvantaged, underserved and uninsured.

The Value of Working with Us

  • 1.0 FTE Full-time position
  • Mix of outpatient and inpatient care with NP/PA support
  • 7-10 days of ED call per month
  • State-of-the-art facility
  • Large variety of cases
  • Level III trauma center
  • H1-B visa candidates supported
  • Competitive compensation with a 2-year salary guarantee, comprehensive benefits package and 5 weeks per year of time away from practice for vacation/holiday/CME time
  • Shareholder track opportunity starting in year 3 with additional perks and annual bonuses
  • Generous, multiyear sign-on bonus and relocation assistance package
  • Residency/fellowship stipend up to $2,000 per month for qualifying candidates
  • Providence Medical Group providers are eligible for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
  • Compensation is between $819,125 and $901,125 per year (salary based on full-time)

The posted salary reflects the starting range of total compensation and may include productivity bonuses, incentives related to quality and performance, hospital/ED call stipends, extra shift incentives, and other forms of cash compensation as applicable to the position. In addition, a CME allowance and other benefits offered by the medical group. Please note that this salary range is provided in accordance with State law and is subject to variation due to the factors noted above.

Employer

Providence Medical Group - Northern California

We’re glad you’re considering practicing at Providence Medical Group (PMG) in Northern California. PMG is a physician-led network of more than 465 primary and specialty care providers in clinic locations across Humboldt, Napa and Sonoma counties. We take time to see, hear and value everyone who walks through our doors-patient or caregiver, family support person or volunteer. Working with us means that regardless of your role or goals, we’ll support you in your career, so you can bring your best to work every day and help our communities flourish for years to come.

Providence is a nationally recognized, comprehensive health care organization spanning seven states with a universal mission - to provide compassionate care to all who need its services, especially the poor and vulnerable. Its 119,000-plus caregivers/employees serve in 51 hospitals, more than 800 clinics and a comprehensive range of health and social services. Providence: one name, one family, one extraordinary health system.

Livability

26,302
Eureka population
$409K
Avg 3-bedroom home
59° / 46°
Avg high / low
Nearby cities
Arcata
5.2 mi
Pop. 18,578
McKinleyville
10.4 mi
Pop. 17,152
Fortuna
15.1 mi
Pop. 12,413
Source: US Census Bureau
Annual family budget — Humboldt County
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Housing, food, transport, healthcare, childcare & taxes for a typical family
$409K
Avg 3-bedroom home
$1,688
Avg monthly rent
Source: EPI Family Budget Calculator
Source: Zillow
59° / 46°
Avg high / low
26.19 in
Yearly rainfall
95
Sunny days / yr
Source: WeatherAPI.com
Population — ZIP 95501
23,706
Total residents
12,066
Male residents
11,640
Female residents
Age distribution
total
23,706
0-9
2,400
10-19
2,653
20-29
3,198
30-39
3,545
40-49
4,135
50-59
2,513
60-69
2,581
70-79
2,074
80+
607
Ethnicity
White
16,992
Black Or African American
602
American Indian Or Alaskan Native
374
Asian
1,389
Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander
138
Other
1,697
Two Or More
2,514
Source: US Census Bureau
40
Walk Score — Car-Dependent
72
Bike Score — Very Bikeable
Source: WalkScore.com
Nearby airports
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) 198.92 mi
California Redwood Coast-Humboldt County Airport (ACV) 12.12 mi
Jack Mc Namara Field Airport (CEC) 67.53 mi
Redding Municipal Airport (RDD) 98.96 mi
Source: FAA database