Full Job Description
Job Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Physician Assistant specializing in Neurosurgery to join our dynamic medical team. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive patient care within a fast-paced hospital environment, supporting neurosurgical procedures, postoperative management, and critical care. This role offers an opportunity to work in a leading healthcare facility with a focus on innovative treatment approaches and multidisciplinary collaboration. The Physician Assistant will be integral in delivering high-quality neurosurgical services, ensuring patient safety, and advancing clinical research initiatives.
Duties
- Conduct thorough patient assessments including physical examinations, vital signs, and medical history documentation using advanced EMR systems such as Epic and Cerner.
- Assist in neurosurgical procedures, including suturing, sterile technique maintenance, and intraoperative support in the OR setting.
- Manage acute pain and airway issues, including ventilator management and airway stabilization during emergencies.
- Perform diagnostic evaluations such as spinal taps, radiologic assessments, and neurological testing; interpret imaging results for clinical decision-making.
- Administer injections, medications, IV infusions, and participate in medication management following HIPAA regulations and clinical protocols.
- Coordinate discharge planning, post-operative care, and follow-up assessments to optimize patient recovery outcomes.
- Engage in clinical research activities including data collection, analysis, and documentation for ongoing trials related to neurotrauma or other neurosurgical conditions.
- Provide triage services in emergency or urgent care settings; manage complex cases involving Level I and Level II trauma center protocols.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across inpatient and outpatient settings to ensure comprehensive patient care including hospice & palliative medicine, geriatrics, pediatrics, and family planning.
- Maintain accurate medical records adhering to ICD-10/ICD-9 coding standards; utilize EMR systems like eClinicalWorks for data management.
Experience
- Proven experience working within hospital medicine or emergency medicine environments with exposure to critical care settings such as ICU or PICU.
- Demonstrated proficiency with EMR systems including Epic, Cerner, or similar platforms; experience with telehealth is preferred.
- Prior experience managing patients with complex neurological conditions or in neurotrauma units at Level I or Level II trauma centers is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of advanced procedures such as cardiac catheterization, catheterization techniques, radiation therapy support, and neurodiagnostic evaluation is advantageous.
- Familiarity with clinical trials processes, research protocols, and medical imaging interpretation enhances candidate suitability.
- Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and relevant licensure as a Physician Assistant are required; additional certifications such as ACLS or PALS are a plus. This role offers an engaging environment for dedicated healthcare professionals committed to excellence in neurosurgical patient care while advancing their clinical expertise through diverse case exposure and ongoing professional development opportunities.
Pay: $180,000.00 – $190,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Apply on Indeed