Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner Neurosurgery

National Medical Association; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Neuroscience Institute at Geisinger Medical Center is looking for a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join its esteemed Neurosurgery team. This role includes both outpatient and inpatient responsibilities, allowing for a hands-on approach to advanced healthcare management within a top-ranked facility. The successful candidate will be part of an award-winning team recognized for high-quality patient outcomes and innovative care protocols, ensuring a supportive and collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare benefits from day one

Dental and vision coverage

Support for domestic partners

Collaborative and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Must have completed an ARC-PA approved program.
• Current NCCPA certification or eligibility required for PA.
• Licensure in Pennsylvania is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Join a dedicated team for outpatient and inpatient duties.
• Provide primary OR coverage and rotational consultative responsibilities.

Skills

Clinical Protocols

Patient Management

Education

Master's Degree in Physician Assistant studies

Approved NP program

Job description

Job Summary: Geisinger's Neuroscience Institute is seeking a physician assistant or nurse practitioner to join the Neurosurgery team at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, Pennsylvania.

Job Duties:

• The Neurosurgery NP or PA will join a dedicated team of providers at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville. This role involves outpatient clinic duties (shared and independent clinics) with weekly inpatient/consult coverage on a rotating schedule. Primary OR coverage on Fridays and as needed Monday through Thursday.
• Work alongside our world-class Geisinger Neuroscience Institute, which features innovative clinical protocols for disease management, a comprehensive clinical data warehouse, and a population genomics program. Our team includes 16 neurosurgeons serving four hospitals, including hybrid operating rooms supporting stroke care.

Join our award-winning team:

• Center of Excellence for spinal surgery, recognized as part of the Employers Centers of Excellence Network (ECEN).
• Known for ProvenCare Lumbar Spine, focusing on high-quality care and patient outcomes.
• Ranked among the top 100 spine and neurosurgery programs in the U.S. by Becker's Hospital Review.
• Leadership recognized in Harvard Business Review's "The Big Idea: Transforming Health Care".

Qualifications:

• Physician Assistant: Must have completed an ARC-PA approved program, current NCCPA certification or eligibility, and Pennsylvania State licensure.
• Nurse Practitioner: Must have completed an approved NP program, be eligible for national certification, and licensure in Pennsylvania.

Position Details:

• Education: Master's Degree in Physician Assistant studies (Required)
• Certification: NCCPA Certified Physician Assistant

Our Purpose & Values:

• We are committed to caring for our patients, members, students, colleagues, and communities.
• Values include kindness, excellence, learning, innovation, and safety.
• We offer comprehensive healthcare benefits from day one, including vision, dental, and domestic partner coverage.
• We promote a collaborative and inclusive work environment, valuing diversity and equal opportunity for all applicants.