Physician Assistant

SpineSearch LLC; Murrieta (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SpineSearch LLC is seeking a Physician Assistant to join a growing neurosurgery practice in California. The role focuses on operating room assistance and hospital rounding, with a four-day work week (10-hour shifts, typically 6:00 AM–4:00 PM) and no night shifts or call.

Weekend coverage occurs about once every three months. The ideal candidate will have RNFA certification if a Nurse Practitioner and 3–5 years of experience in neurosurgery, general surgery, or trauma, with a strong interest in

Qualifications

• RNFA certification required for Nurse Practitioners.
• 3–5 years of experience in neurosurgery, general surgery, or trauma preferred.
• Strong interest in surgical and inpatient care environments and ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting.

Responsibilities

• First assist in neurosurgical procedures.
• Perform inpatient rounding and patient management.
• Collaborate closely with surgeons and clinical staff across multiple facilities.
• Minimal outpatient clinic responsibilities.

Skills

OR proficiency

Team collaboration

Inpatient care

Education

RNFA certification

Job description

SpineSearch is working with a well-established and growing neurosurgery practice is seeking a motivated Physician Assistant to join its collaborative clinical team. The group currently consists of two PAs and one NP and is expanding to support increasing surgical volume and inpatient demand. Preference is given to Physician Assistants; however, Nurse Practitioners with RNFA certification will be considered.

Position Overview:

This is a primarily surgical and inpatient-based role with a strong emphasis on operating room assistance and hospital rounding. The position offers a structured schedule with a four-day work week (10-hour shifts), typically from 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with many days ending earlier depending on case flow. There are no night shifts and no call responsibilities.

Clinical Responsibilities:

• First assist in neurosurgical procedures
• Perform inpatient rounding and patient management
• Collaborate closely with surgeons and clinical staff across multiple facilities
• Minimal outpatient clinic responsibilities

Schedule:

• 4 days per week, 10-hour shifts
• No nights or call
• Additional weekend coverage once every three months

Qualifications:

• Nurse Practitioners must have RNFA certification
• 3–5 years of experience in neurosurgery, general surgery, or trauma preferred
• Strong interest in surgical and inpatient care environments
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting