Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) - Neurology

MultiCare Health System; United States; On-site; USD 138,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation

Signing incentives

Malpractice tail coverage

CME allowance

Job summary

MultiCare Neuroscience Institute is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (PA/NP) to deliver high-quality outpatient neurosurgical care in a collaborative clinic setting. You will work with neurosurgeons and care teams to support evaluations, follow-ups, and coordinated care across the continuum.

The role emphasizes patient education, longitudinal management, and evidence-based practice, with a focus on a balanced schedule (Mon-Fri) and opportunities for growth within a thriving neuroscience

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PA or NP program with national certification.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in Washington State by start date.
• Certification by NCCPA (PA) or AANP/ANCC (NP).
• DEA registration, NPI, and prescriptive authority.
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Experience in neurosurgery, neurology, spine care, or complex outpatient management preferred; new grads welcome.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive outpatient neurosurgical consultations and follow-up visits.
• Perform clinical assessments including history-taking, focused exams, and medication reviews.
• Assist in pre-operative preparation including education, labs, imaging review, and coordination.
• Provide post-operative care through wound checks, suture removal, pain management, and recovery tracking.
• Develop treatment plans in collaboration with neurosurgeons for patients receiving conservative or procedural care.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, procedures, recovery expectations, and lifestyle modifications.
• Coordinate referrals for imaging, physical therapy, pain management, and subspecialty consultations.
• Accurately document clinical encounters and ensure compliance with institutional and regulatory guidelines.
• Participate in clinic huddles, care team meetings, and continuous learning initiatives.

Skills

Accredited PA/NP program

National certification

Licensure eligibility (WA)

NCCPA/AANP/ANCC certification

DEA/NPI/prescriptive authority

BLS certification

Neurosurgery/Neurology experience

Job description

Shape the future of neuroscience care with us At MultiCare Neuroscience Institute, we believe exceptional care begins with exceptional people. That’s why we’ve built a culture of kindness and collaboration and a community where teamwork and professional growth aren’t just aspirations, but daily realities. As we rapidly expand our reach and capabilities, we’re committed to empowering our providers to be bold, innovative and patient-centric. You’ll find a supportive environment that values your expertise while leveraging the resources and technology you need to deliver transformative care. Whether you’re looking to advance your research, take on leadership opportunities, or be part of strategic initiatives that expand access to quality care, you’ll find your place in our growing community of dedicated professionals.

About the position:

Join a growing group of physicians and APPs for our outpatient-based Neurology role. A mix of both physicians and Advance Practice Providers. No call. Desirable work/life balance. Epic EMR. 12-18 patients a day. Comprehensive benefits package including relocation, signing incentives, medical malpractice and tail coverage, CME allowance and more… FTE: 1.0, Shift: Days, Schedule: Mon - Fri Annual Salary: $153,200 base + production + quality incentive

Position Summary

The Neurosurgery Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is a valued member of the Neuroscience service line, dedicated to delivering high-quality outpatient care for patients with complex neurological and neurosurgical needs. Working exclusively in the ambulatory setting, this role focuses on pre-operative evaluations, post-operative follow-ups, conservative management, and longitudinal care coordination. This clinic-based position emphasizes relationship-building, patient education, and collaborative care. The APP works closely with neurosurgeons, nurses, and other multidisciplinary colleagues to support timely evaluations, continuity of care, and smooth patient experiences across the surgical journey. This clinic-based position emphasizes relationship-building, patient education, and collaborative care. The APP works closely with neurosurgeons, nurses, and other multidisciplinary colleagues to support timely evaluations, continuity of care, and smooth patient experiences across the surgical journey.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive outpatient neurosurgical consultations and follow-up visits
• Perform clinical assessments including history‑taking, focused exams, and medication reviews
• Assist in pre‑operative preparation including education, labs, imaging review, and coordination
• Provide post‑operative care through wound checks, suture removal, pain management, and recovery tracking
• Develop treatment plans in collaboration with neurosurgeons for patients receiving conservative or procedural care
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, procedures, recovery expectations, and lifestyle modifications
• Coordinate referrals for imaging, physical therapy, pain management, and subspecialty consultations
• Accurately document clinical encounters and ensure compliance with institutional and regulatory guidelines
• Participate in clinic huddles, care team meetings, and continuous learning initiatives

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited PA or NP program with national certification
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in Washington State by employment start date
• Certification by NCCPA (for PA) or AANP/ANCC (for NP)
• DEA registration, NPI, and prescriptive authority
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
• Experience in neurosurgery, neurology, spine care, or complex outpatient management preferred; new graduates with strong interest in neurosurgery are welcome to apply

Why MultiCare Neuroscience Institute?

Patient-centered care Expert guidance and seamless support across every stage of a patient’s neurological journey. Collaborative team Join a growing group of neurologists, neurosurgeons, and advanced practitioners, working across specialties with strong clinic‑hospital partnerships. Robust support Clinical, administrative and IT resources that allow you to focus on patient care and grow your practice Award-winning care Recognized for stroke quality, research innovation and high standards in neurological care. Pacific Northwest lifestyle Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $153,200.00 - $153,200.00 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align. Associated benefit information can be viewed here.

MultiCare is a not-for-profit health care organization with more than 28,000 team members, including employees, providers and volunteers. MultiCare has been caring for our community for well over a century, since the founding of Tacoma’s first hospital and today is the largest community-based, locally governed system of health in the state of Washington, serving communities across Washington and Northern Idaho. MultiCare’s comprehensive system of health includes numerous primary care, urgent care and specialty services — including Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital & Health Network; MultiCare Indigo Urgent Care; Pulse Heart Institute; MultiCare Medical Associates, affiliated physicians; MultiCare Rockwood Clinic, the largest multispecialty clinic in the Inland Northwest region; and MultiCare Connected Care, our Accountable Care Organization. Thirteen hospitals complete the organization: Allenmore Hospital, Auburn Medical Center, Capital Medical Center, Covington Medical Center, Deaconess Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital, Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital — the Puget Sound region’s only children’s hospital and state-designated Level II Pediatric Trauma Center for Western Washington — Overlake Medical Center, Navos Behavioral Health Hospital, Valley Hospital, Yakima Valley Hospital, Tacoma General Hospital — which is home to the South Puget Sound region’s only Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit — and Wellfound Behavioral Health Hospital. Our core values of Respect, Integrity, Stewardship, Excellence, Collaboration, Kindness and Joy, serve as our guiding principles and impact every aspect of our organization, including how we provide patient care and what we expect from each other. MultiCare is also proud of our commitment to workforce diversity and culturally competent care. This commitment is led by our CEO and supported through employee education and community outreach.

MultiCare provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and job applicants. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an external job applicant who requires reasonable accommodation in the job application process, please contact the Employee Resource Center (ERC) at 253-403-6947 and we will assist you with submitting a ticket to initiate your request for accommodation. If you are a current employee, you can submit an ERC ticket or call the ERC for assistance.