Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner Neurosurgery

Geisinger; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits including vision and dental

Domestic partner coverage

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking a Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join the Neurosurgery team at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, Pennsylvania. This role involves supporting outpatient and inpatient neurosurgical services within a high-volume neuroscience program.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's Degree as a Physician Assistant or have completed an approved Nurse Practitioner program, along with the necessary certification and Pennsylvania licensure.

Healthcare benefits are available from day one for full-time and part-time employees, including vision, dental, and domestic partner coverage.

Qualifications

• Certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) or equivalent.
• Current Pennsylvania state licensure or eligibility to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Primary duty of outpatient clinic (shared and independent clinics).
• Weekly inpatient and consult coverage on a rotating schedule.
• Primary operating room coverage on Fridays and as needed Monday through Thursday.

Education

Master's Degree in Physician Assistant

Completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner program

Job description

Job Summary

Geisinger Neuroscience Institute is hiring a Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join the Neurosurgery team at Geisinger Medical Center (GMC) in Danville, Pennsylvania. The role supports outpatient and inpatient neurosurgical services in a high‑volume, world‑class neuroscience program.

Responsibilities

• Primary duty of outpatient clinic (shared and independent clinics).
• Weekly inpatient and consult coverage on a rotating schedule.
• Primary operating room coverage on Fridays and as needed Monday through Thursday.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Physician Assistant required.
• Certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) or equivalent; eligible for state licensure.
• For NP candidates: completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner program and eligibility for Pennsylvania licensure.
• Current Pennsylvania state licensure or eligibility to obtain it.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits available for full‑time and part‑time employees from day one, including vision, dental, and domestic partner coverage.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Geisinger is a proud affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.