Neurosurgery APP (2026-0951)

Valley Medical Center & Clinics; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on incentive

Relocation reimbursement

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability coverage

Tail coverage

Job summary

Valley Medical Center & Clinics in Renton, Washington, is seeking a Neurosurgery Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) to join our collaborative Neurosurgery team. This full-time role includes inpatient care, clinic coverage, and operating room duties with a diverse patient population.

You will work with three neurosurgeons and a dedicated APP team, with opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Current or eligible Washington State NP or PA license.
• Ability to obtain DEA registration with full prescriptive authority.
• Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) credentials.
• Strong interest in surgical and neurosurgical patient care.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-based environment.
• Willingness to participate in shared inpatient, call, messaging, and surgical coverage responsibilities.
• New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Inpatient care, clinic coverage, and operating room support.
• Participate in call, Voalte messaging, rounding and coverage with APP team.
• Assist in surgery as first assistant when needed.
• Collaborate with neurosurgeons and multidisciplinary teams.
• Maintain flexibility to cover additional days for vacation or illness.

Skills

WA NP/PA license

DEA registration

CSFA credentials

Surgical first assist

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Nurse Practitioner or PA credential

Job description

Job Title: Neurosurgery APP

Req: 2026-0951

Location: Neurosurgery Clinic

Department: Neurosurgery

Shift

Type: Full Time

FTE: 1

Hours

City State: Renton, WA

Category Advanced Practice Provider

Salary Range: Base Salary: $135,000 - $165,000

Job Description

Neurosurgery Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) - Surgical

Full-Time | 1.0 FTE | Renton, Washington

Valley Medical Center (VMC) is seeking a full-time Neurosurgery Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) to join our collaborative Neurosurgery team in Renton, Washington.

This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside three experienced neurosurgeons and a dedicated APP team while providing patient-centered, team-based care to a diverse patient population. Our supportive leadership fosters an environment built on collaboration, respect, professional growth, and a shared commitment to improving the lives of our patients.

As part of the VMC team, you'll have access to system-wide resources and the opportunity to work closely with surgeons, APPs, nurses, and other multidisciplinary colleagues across the continuum of neurosurgical care.

We are proud participants in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.

About The Position

This is a surgical Neurosurgery APP role with responsibilities spanning inpatient care, clinic coverage, and the operating room.

Schedule: 4*10-hour or 5*8-hour shifts

Weekend coverage: Inpatient rounding and hospital coverage, including first-contact text/Voalte communication, with approximately one weekend every six weeks

Inpatient rounding: Approximately 2-12 patients per day, depending on census and clinical needs

Clinic: Approximately 2-5 clinic days per week, based on patient volume and coverage needs

Operating room: Approximately 1-6 cases, depending on surgical schedule

Support three neurosurgeons, with flexibility to provide clinic coverage and accommodate add-on postoperative or symptom-check visits as needed

Participate equitably in call, Voalte messaging, inpatient rounding, and coverage responsibilities within the APP/provider team

Maintain flexibility to assist with surgery on additional days when mutually agreed upon in advance, particularly to support APP vacation or illness coverage

This position offers meaningful variety across the neurosurgical care continuum, including inpatient management, postoperative care, clinic evaluation, and surgical first-assist responsibilities.

What We’re Looking For

We welcome experienced APPs as well as new graduates who are interested in developing a career in neurosurgery.

Qualifications

Current or eligible Washington State NP or PA license

Ability to obtain and maintain DEA registration with full prescriptive authority

Nurse Practitioner: Must have, or have the ability and plan to obtain, Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) credentials

Strong interest in surgical and neurosurgical patient care

Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-based environment

Willingness to participate in shared inpatient, call, messaging, and surgical coverage responsibilities

Strong communication, organization, and clinical judgment

New graduates are encouraged to apply.

About Neurosurgery At Valley Medical Center

Our Neurosurgery team provides comprehensive care in a collaborative environment where APPs work closely with surgeons and the broader multidisciplinary team. The role provides exposure to inpatient neurosurgical care, outpatient evaluation and postoperative management, and the operating room.

Learn more about our Neurosurgery Clinic: https://www.valleymed.org/find-a-location/n/neurosurgery-clinic

About Valley Medical Center

Located in Renton, Washington, Valley Medical Center is affiliated with the University of Washington Medicine system and is the largest not-for-profit healthcare provider between Seattle and Tacoma, serving more than 600,000 residents.

In addition to our 341-bed hospital and Level III Trauma Center, Valley operates more than four dozen primary care, urgent care, and specialty clinics, with many located on or near the hospital campus.

Our diverse community is reflected in our workforce and the patients we serve. At Valley, our commitment to caring for our community like family extends to our entire "work family." We prioritize safety, respect, compassion, collaboration, equity, diversity, inclusion, innovation, and excellence in everything we do.

Live and Work in the Pacific Northwest

Valley Medical Center is located just 30 minutes from downtown Seattle and Bellevue, offering convenient access to the region's cultural, recreational, and professional opportunities.

The surrounding southeast King County communities also offer Northwest outdoor recreation, relatively affordable housing options, less traffic, and access to highly regarded schools.

Learn more about living in the area: https://www.valleymed.org/careers/a-great-place-to-live

Compensation & Benefits

Base Salary: $135,000-$165,000 (DOE)

Our Comprehensive Package Includes

Sign-on incentive and relocaton reimbursement

Generous paid vacation, sick, and holiday time

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Life and AD&D insurance

Supplemental life and AD&D insurance

Long-term disability and supplemental long-term disability coverage

Malpractice insurance and tail coverage

Additional benefits information is available here: https://www.valleymed.org/careers/benefits

Equal Opportunity Employment

Valley Medical Center & Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

Please note: Valley Medical Center does not provide sponsorship opportunities at this time.