Neuro & Spine Surgical PA — First Assistant (On-Call, ESOP)

AP Health; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K retirement plan with company matching

Paid state license and malpractice

Annual CME allotment and paid days off

Generous PTO

Job summary

AP Health is looking for a highly experienced Physician Assistant to join our team in Nashville, TN. The role focuses strictly on surgical assistance in the operating room, requiring at least 2+ years of experience in neuro and/or spine surgery. Candidates must have a current TN State License and board certification by NCCPA. The position offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401K matching, and generous PTO. Join a distinguished team dedicated to delivering top-tier patient care.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience as a surgical first assist in neuro and/or spine surgery.
• Must hold a current TN State License.
• Board certification by NCCPA is required.

Responsibilities

• Functions as a Surgical First Assistant in the Operating Room.
• Positions and drapes the patient under the direction of the surgeon.
• Suturing and retracting all tissue layers.
• Assists in intra-operative care by performing assigned technical duties.
• Conducts comprehensive and problem-focused histories and physical examinations.
• Rotating on-call responsibilities.

Skills

Surgical first assist experience

Neuro and/or spine surgery

Patient care skills

Education

Current TN State License

Board certified by NCCPA

Active BLS and ACLS

Job description

AP Health is looking for a highly experienced Physician Assistant to join our team in Nashville, TN. The role focuses strictly on surgical assistance in the operating room, requiring at least 2+ years of experience in neuro and/or spine surgery. Candidates must have a current TN State License and board certification by NCCPA. The position offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401K matching, and generous PTO. Join a distinguished team dedicated to delivering top-tier patient care.