Neurology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Internationalsosgovernmentmedicalservices; Fort Walton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 84,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

401k

Paid time off

Annual bonus

Job summary

International SOS Government Medical Services seeks a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide comprehensive neurological care in an onsite military healthcare setting. You will assess patients, diagnose and manage neurological conditions, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with physicians and health professionals to coordinate care across outpatient and inpatient environments.

You will lead in prescribing medications, immunizations, and performing or assisting with

Qualifications

• At least 24 months of experience practicing as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant within the preceding 36 months in an outpatient and/or inpatient clinical setting.
• Neurology experience is required.
• Full, current, and unrestricted professional license from any U.S. state/territory/DC.
• Current Basic Life Support and ACLS certifications.
• Ability to practice independently within the authorized scope of practice and clinical privileges.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate new and established patients and diagnose and manage acute and chronic neurological conditions.
• Develop treatment plans and prescribe medications and immunizations within approved protocols and clinical privileges.
• Provide outpatient and inpatient, urgent, same-day, and telephone consultations as needed.
• Perform or assist with neurologic diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Communicate lab and radiology results and educate patients and families about treatment and self-management.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care.
• Maintain timely and accurate medical records and clinical coding.
• Participate in peer review and quality-improvement activities, support clinical education as assigned, and promote patient safety and infection-control practices.

Skills

Neurology care

Clinical assessment

Independent practice

Medical documentation

Education

Master's degree in nursing

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Summary

In this onsite role, you'll provide comprehensive neurological care as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) within a military healthcare environment. Working across outpatient and inpatient settings, you'll practice independently within your clinical privileges and collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic neurological conditions.

Your work will include developing treatment plans, prescribing medications, performing or assisting with neurological procedures, responding to consultations, communicating test results, and educating patients and families. You'll also contribute to clinical education, peer review, and quality-improvement activities.

Employment Details

Employment Type: Full-time

Schedule: Monday-Friday, typically 7:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., with a one-hour unpaid meal break. Shift times may vary within operating hours of 6:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. No weekend or federal holiday coverage. Employees will work no more than 40 hours per week.

Compensation and Benefits

• $61.20-$68.00 per hour
• 80 hours of paid time off
• 11 paid holidays

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate new and established patients and diagnose and manage acute and chronic neurological conditions.
• Develop treatment plans and prescribe medications and immunizations within approved protocols and clinical privileges.
• Provide scheduled outpatient care and inpatient, urgent, same-day, and telephone consultations as needed.
• Perform or assist with medically indicated neurological diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Communicate laboratory and radiology results and educate patients and families about treatment, prevention, and self-management.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care.
• Maintain timely and accurate medical records and clinical coding.
• Participate in peer review and quality-improvement activities, support clinical education as assigned, and promote patient safety and infection-control practices.

Candidate Requirements

Candidates must meet the shared requirements and all requirements under either the Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant pathway.

Shared Requirements

• At least 24 months of experience practicing as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, as applicable, within the preceding 36 months in an outpatient and/or inpatient clinical setting.
• Neurology experience is required.
• Full, current, and unrestricted professional license from any U.S. state, territory, commonwealth, or the District of Columbia.
• Current Basic Life Support and ACLS certifications.
• Ability to practice independently within the authorized scope of practice and clinical privileges.
• Basic knowledge of managing daily clinic operations serving a high volume of patients with varied healthcare needs.

Nurse Practitioner pathway

• Master's degree in nursing.
• Graduation from an applicable nursing specialty program accredited by ACEN or CCNE.
• Current Nurse Practitioner certification in the applicable specialty through ANCC, AANP, or another recognized national nursing certification organization appropriate to the specialty.

Physician Assistant pathway

• Bachelor's degree.
• Graduation from a Physician Assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant.
• Completion of at least 12 months of residency or fellowship training in a medical specialty program acceptable to the Defense Health Agency.
• Current certification through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.

Benefits Language (FTE roles)

• Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
• Additional benefits include a 401k plan, paid time off, and an annual bonus.
• International SOS Government Medical Services complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.

Compensation Disclaimer

Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant's background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) Statement

International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a cove