Advance Practice Provider, Neurosurgery

Main Line Health; Willistown Township (PA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off up to 240 hours per year

Tuition reimbursement up to $6,000 per year

Employee discounts to various activities and vendors

Free employee parking

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Pennsylvania seeks an Advance Practice Provider for Neurosurgery. This full-time role involves managing patients under supervision and requires a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner certification. Benefits include tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner preferred.
• Must be a graduate of an accredited physician assistant/surgical assistant program.
• Completion of a Nurse Practitioner program required.

Responsibilities

• Aid in management of neurosurgical patients under supervision.
• Perform physical examinations and order diagnostic tests.
• Assist in common neurosurgical procedures.

Skills

Patient advocacy

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree or more for Physician Assistant

MSN for Nurse Practitioner

Tools

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Job description

Overview

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Responsibilities

The APP is a licensed medical provider (NP/PA) who functions as part of a multidimensional physician-led health care team. The APP aids in the management, under the supervision of an attending neurosurgeon/physician, of patients with neurosurgical conditions. This includes outpatient, inpatient, peri-operative and intra-operative care. A major role of the APP is to be the patient advocate in the medical system. Additionally, the APP extends the services of his/her attending surgeon/physician by: acting as a liaison for their supervising physician, obtaining histories, performing physical examinations, ordering and interpreting imaging, laboratory and other diagnostic tests, prescribing medications, brace and therapies, performing and assisting in common neurosurgical bedside/office procedures, as well as assisting in the operating room.

Career development and Tuition Reimbursement

Develop and Grow Your Career! Invest in furthering your education through seeking certifications or advanced degrees by taking advantage of our Tuition Reimbursement. This position is eligible for up to $6,000 per year based upon your Full or Part Time status.

Shift

Full time - 40 hours a week, M-F - weekend requirement, no holidays!

Experience

• Physician Assistant - Two (2) years’ experience as physician assistant or Board eligible graduate preferred. Demonstrated ability to work independently in an interdisciplinary environment
• Nurse Practitioner - Two (2) years’ experience as Nurse Practitioner preferred. A minimum of two years nursing experience in specific clinical area preferred.

Education

• Physician Assistant - Bachelor’s degree or more is required. Must be a graduate of an accredited physician assistant/surgical assistant program.

Licensure/Certifications

Physician Assistant

• Must be certified or new graduate who is eligible for certification by the NCCPA (National Commission for Certification of Physician Assistants).
• Active license with Pennsylvania State Board of Medical Education and Licensure.

Nurse Practitioner

• Completion of a Nurse Practitioner program required.
• MSN required.
• Must be Licensed by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nurse Examiners as a Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP).
• Active license with Pennsylvania State Board of Medical Education and Licensure.

For Both Physician Assistants And Nurse Practitioners

• BLS certification required.
• ACLS certification required.
• ENLS certification is highly recommended.
• ATLS certification recommended.
• Successful completion of the MLH credentialing process through the Medical Staff office, with temporary or permanent privileges approved.
• This position requires you to wear a respirator as part of the job requirement.

Seniorities and Employment Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

Benefits

• Up to 240 hours of paid time off per year
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 per year; employee discounts to various activities and vendors; free employee parking