Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner – Neurosurgery

LiveWell Homecare Agency; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency seeks a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join its Neurosurgery team in Danville, PA. The role focuses on outpatient care with shared and independent clinics, plus inpatient/consult coverage on a rotating basis.

Primary operating room coverage is Fridays with additional duties as needed. The ideal candidate holds a PA or NP degree, PA licensure in Pennsylvania, NCCPA certification or eligibility, and strong collaboration and communication skills to work within

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in PA studies or NP-equivalent.
• PA licensure in PA and NCCPA certification/eligibility.
• Ability to practice under supervision or independently within scope.
• Excellent collaboration and communication in neurosurgery.

Responsibilities

• Perform outpatient clinic duties (shared and independent).
• Provide inpatient and consult coverage on a rotating basis.
• Assist in neurosurgical procedures, mainly on Fridays.
• Collaborate with neurosurgeons and health professionals in a leading neuroscience program.
• Participate in clinical protocols, disease management, and population genomics programs.

Skills

PA/NP licensure

NCCPA certification

Independent practice ability

Collaboration & communication

Neurosurgery teamwork

Education

Master’s in PA Studies or NP equivalence

Job description

Role Overview:

A Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner is needed to join a Neurosurgery team, primarily providing outpatient care with shared and independent clinics, along with inpatient/consult coverage on a rotating basis. The role includes primary operating room coverage on Fridays and as needed on other weekdays.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform outpatient clinic duties, including shared and independent clinics.


• Provide inpatient and consult coverage on a rotating schedule.


• Assist in neurosurgical procedures, primarily on Fridays.


• Collaborate with a team of neurosurgeons and healthcare professionals within a leading neuroscience institute.


• Participate in innovative clinical protocols, disease management, and population genomics programs.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies or equivalent for NP candidates.


• Current NCCPA certification or eligibility, along with Pennsylvania licensure for PA candidates.


• For Nurse Practitioners, eligibility for PA licensure in Pennsylvania and certification for patient care.


• Ability to work under supervision or independently within scope of practice.


• Strong collaboration, communication, and clinical skills.

Additional Information:

The role offers involvement in a top-ranked neurosurgery program with advanced treatment protocols, hybrid operating rooms, and a focus on high-quality outcomes. The organization emphasizes excellence, innovation, safety, and diversity in its team environment.