Physician Assistant-Neurosurgery

Crozer-Keystone; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Crozer-Keystone is seeking an experienced Neurosurgical Physician Assistant (PA-C) to join our team at Waterbury Hospital. This position involves working closely with a highly regarded neurosurgeon and requires a minimum of 3 years of experience in neurosurgery, particularly with cranial and spine procedures.

The role includes first-assisting in surgeries, managing inpatient care, and performing pre-operative evaluations. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of neurosurgical PA experience preferred.
• Experience with cranial and spine surgery.
• Eligible for DEA and controlled substance registration.

Responsibilities

• First-assist in complex neurosurgical procedures, including cranial and spine cases.
• Perform pre-operative patient evaluations, histories, physical exams, and surgical readiness assessments.
• Manage inpatient rounding, care coordination, admissions, and discharge planning.
• Order and review imaging, labs, and diagnostic studies.
• Educate patients and families throughout the surgical journey.

Skills

Neurosurgical experience

Patient education

Inpatient management

Education

Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program

Current NCCPA certification

Connecticut PA license

Tools

BLS/ACLS certification

Job description

Neurosurgical Physician Assistant Opportunity – Waterbury, CT

UConn Health Community Network Medical Group is seeking an experienced Neurosurgical Physician Assistant (PA-C) to join our growing team at Waterbury Hospital. This is an excellent opportunity to work closely with a highly regarded neurosurgeon while providing advanced care across the full spectrum of neurosurgical services.

The ideal candidate will have experience in both spine and cranial procedures and enjoy a diverse role including surgical first‑assisting, inpatient management, and outpatient pre‑operative evaluations.

Responsibilities

• First‑assist in complex neurosurgical procedures, including cranial and spine cases
• Perform pre‑operative patient evaluations, histories, physical exams, and surgical readiness assessments
• Manage inpatient rounding, care coordination, admissions, and discharge planning
• Order and review imaging, labs, and diagnostic studies
• Perform bedside procedures and support post‑operative patient care
• Educate patients and families throughout the surgical journey

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of neurosurgical PA experience preferred
• Experience with cranial and spine surgery
• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Current NCCPA certification
• Connecticut PA license (or eligibility)
• BLS/ACLS certification
• Eligible for DEA and controlled substance registration

Competitive salary based on experience with a comprehensive benefits package.