Physician Assistant - Neurosurgery

Meritus Health Inc; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 124,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid Time Off

401k plan

Education assistance

Employee assistance program

Shift differential eligibility

Job summary

Meritus Health in Hagerstown, MD, seeks a Neurosurgery Physician Assistant to join our team. Set your own schedule in a hospital-employed role with a high-volume caseload, supporting neurosurgeons and patient care across inpatient and outpatient settings.

You will assess patients, plan treatments, assist in surgeries, and educate families while collaborating with an experienced team for professional growth and excellence.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current Physician Assistant (PA) certification with a neurosurgery focus.
• Meet credentialing requirements for Maryland state licensure and medical staff membership.
• Demonstrate excellent clinical, communication, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with neurosurgeons to provide comprehensive care for neurological conditions.
• Assess patients, develop and implement treatment plans, and manage follow-up care.
• Assist in surgeries and procedures and provide pre- and post-operative care.
• Care for inpatient and outpatient neurosurgical patients.
• Educate patients and families about conditions and treatment options.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings for coordinated care.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of neurosurgical services.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Communication

Collaboration

Job description

Meritus Surg Spec 143
11110 Medical Campus Road
Suite 143
Hagerstown, MD 21742, USA

• Pay or shift range: $124,000 USD to $145,000 USD
  The posted range is the budgeted amount for this position. The actual rate of pay will be determined based on several factors, including your relevant experience, education, skills, internal equity, and alignment with Meritus Health’s compensation practices.

Description

Job Description:

Meritus Health, an independent and nationally recognized hospital, is seeking a dedicated and skilled Neurosurgery Physician Assistant (PA) to join our team. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside a talented team of neurosurgeons, practice your subspecialty, and have the flexibility to set your own schedule. This hospital-employed position promises a high-volume caseload and a supportive environment for professional growth.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with neurosurgeons to provide comprehensive care to patients with neurological conditions.
• Conduct patient assessments, develop and implement treatment plans, and perform follow-up care.
• Assist in surgeries and procedures, providing pre-operative and post-operative care.
• Manage inpatient and outpatient neurosurgical patients.
• Educate patients and their families about their conditions and treatment options.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of neurosurgical services.

Requirements:

• Meet credentialing requirements for Maryland state licensure, clinical privileges, and medical staff membership.
• Hold a current certification as a Physician Assistant (PA) with a focus or experience in neurosurgery.
• Demonstrate excellent clinical, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Exhibit a commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care.
• Ability to work effectively in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

Caring for Our Team

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth.

• health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the first day of the month following 30 days of employment
• life insurance
• short and long-term disability coverage
• Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one
• 401k plan
• an education assistance program
• an employee assistance program
• shift differential eligibility for evening, night, or weekend shifts

Meritus Health believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion are key drivers for excellence. We share a common devotion to delivering exceptional patient care. When you join us, you become a part of Meritus Health, and we expect a record of achievement and advancement as we meet our mission.

Our commitment to equity in all aspects of patient care delivery, education, and research to promote policies and practices to allow opportunities for all to create joy at work and reach their potential.

Happy to Help

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.

Qualifications

Skills

Behaviors

Motivations

Education

Experience

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Basic Life Support

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