Neurosurgery Physician Assistant (PA-C)

Pscfl; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Health First is seeking an experienced Neurosurgery Physician Assistant (PA-C) to join our Neurosurgery team in Melbourne, FL. The role blends outpatient care, inpatient management, and surgical first assist responsibilities, with independence and collaboration within a skilled neurosurgery clinical team.

The position features full-time employment with a Monday–Friday schedule, clinic hours 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, outpatient clinic, inpatient rounding, and hospital consults.

Qualifications

• Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) credential required.
• Florida license or eligibility to licensure is required.
• Neurosurgery experience is required.
• Surgical First Assist experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Outpatient clinic, inpatient rounding, and hospital consults.
• First Assist in the operating room on cranial and spine procedures.

Skills

PA-C certified

Florida license

Neurosurgery experience

Surgical First Assist

Independent work

Teamwork

Job description

Neurosurgery Physician Assistant (PA-C)

Opening in Melbourne, Florida

Health First is seeking an experienced Neurosurgery Physician Assistant (PA-C) to join our growing Neurosurgery team. This is an excellent opportunity for a clinically confident PA who enjoys practicing at the top of their license in a role that combines outpatient care, inpatient management, and surgical first assist responsibilities. The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently while collaborating closely with an experienced team of neurosurgeons to deliver exceptional patient care.

Position Highlights

• Full-time, employed position
• Monday-Friday schedule (Clinic: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM)
• Outpatient clinic, inpatient rounding, and hospital consults
• First Assist in the operating room on complex cranial and spine procedures
• Shared 1:5 call rotation, including one weekday of hospital call per week and one weekend of call per month
• Average clinic volume of 15-16 patients per day
• Advanced surgical technology, including Globus navigation and instrumentation

Qualifications

• Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C)
• Florida license or eligibility for licensure
• Previous Neurosurgery experience required
• Surgical First Assist experience strongly preferred
• Ability to work independently in both the clinic and hospital setting
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and teamwork skills

Practice Highlights

This position offers the opportunity to care for patients across the full continuum of neurosurgical care, from initial consultation through postoperative recovery. You'll assist with a diverse range of cranial and spine procedures, including brain tumors, traumatic brain injury, intracranial hemorrhage, cervical and lumbar spine surgery, spinal trauma, and other complex neurosurgical conditions.

Why Health First?

Join Central Florida's only fully integrated healthcare system and become part of a collaborative Neurosurgery team dedicated to providing exceptional patient care. Located on Florida's beautiful Space Coast, you'll enjoy year-round sunshine, miles of beaches, endless outdoor recreation, and an outstanding quality of life—all within easy driving distance of Orlando.