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Neurosurgery Physician Assistant Career Opportunity in North Bergen, NJJoin Hackensack Meridian Health’s Leading Neurosurgical Team
I’m partnering with Hackensack Meridian Health to recruit a Neurosurgery Physician Assistant to join their well-established team at Palisades Medical Center in North Bergen, NJ. This is an exciting opportunity with an exceptional compensation package, ideal for candidates looking for positions in 2024/2025. Please note, new graduates will not be considered for this position; surgical experience as a PA is required.
Position Details:
- Schedule:
- 8-hour days, 5 days per week with flexibility on Fridays based on OR timing.
- Tuesday: Block surgery time, with potential for additional cases. Days may extend due to surgery or OR delays.
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: Clinic days, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM with a lunch break.
- Friday: Flexible, adjusted if Tuesday exceeds 8 hours.
- Call Coverage:
- Shared with the attending, mostly phone-based during the week.
- One weekend per month for call, assisting with emergent surgeries and patient rounding in the hospital.
- The schedule is flexible to accommodate call responsibilities.
Compensation:
- Competitive base salary, depending on experience.
- Additional call pay based on the candidate’s flexibility and call availability.
Preferred Experience:
- Neurosurgery experience preferred.
- Candidates with general surgery or orthopedic experience (especially in ortho spine) will also be considered.
- Sorry, no new graduates—surgical experience as a PA is required.
Why Join Hackensack Meridian Health?
Hackensack Meridian Health is a leading, not-for-profit health organization and New Jersey’s most comprehensive integrated health network. With over 500 patient care and physician practices, 35,000 team members, and 7,000 physicians, they are committed to providing exceptional care. They also operate the Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine and four academic medical centers, including Hackensack University Medical Center, which has achieved Magnet® designation for nursing excellence.
About Palisades Medical Center:Palisades Medical Center is beautifully located on the scenic Hudson River waterfront in North Bergen, NJ, offering stunning views of the Manhattan skyline. This prime location not only provides easy access to New York City but also offers the tranquility of suburban life with plenty of outdoor activities along the riverfront. Serving over 450,000 people in Hudson and Southern Bergen counties, this 197-bed facility provides top-quality care and has earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from the Leapfrog Group for three consecutive reviews—the only hospital in Hudson County with this distinction.
If you or someone you know may be interested, please contact me for more information or share with colleagues seeking positions in 2024/2025.
Mika Razi/ APP Recruitment Specialist
Medical Staffing Associates
Cell: 571-355-5221
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Neurosurgery
- Surgery
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call
Experience:
- Surgery: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- North Bergen, NJ 07047 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- North Bergen, NJ 07047: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person