Physician Assistant or CRNP - Neurosurgery

UPMC; Williamsport (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Annual incentive bonus opportunity

CME: 5 days & $2,000 annually

Robust retirement & benefits package

Job summary

UPMC is seeking a Full-Time Advanced Practice Provider to join their Neurosurgery team in Williamsport. This role blends outpatient clinic, inpatient rounding, and procedural support, making it ideal for providers who flourish in fast-paced, high-acuity environments.

The position allows for significant clinical autonomy and involves a collaborative team approach focused on high-quality patient care. Compensation includes a competitive salary, sign-on bonus, and a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must be able to provide outpatient neurosurgical care and manage acute and chronic conditions.
• Experience in high-acuity environments, particularly in surgical specialties.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient neurosurgical care, including evaluation and management of conditions.
• Perform inpatient rounding and consults in collaboration with neurosurgeons.
• Assist with perioperative patient management as needed.

Skills

Clinical autonomy

Team collaboration

High-acuity patient care

Education

Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner certification

Job description

Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner)

Neurosurgery

UPMC Williamsport

UPMC is seeking a Full-Time Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant/PA or Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner/CRNP) to join our Neurosurgery team. This role offers a dynamic blend of outpatient clinic, inpatient rounding, and procedural support, providing a well-rounded experience in a fast-paced surgical specialty.

This is an excellent opportunity for providers who thrive in high-acuity environments, value clinical autonomy, and enjoy working within a strong, team-oriented neurosurgical program.

Schedule & Work-Life Balance

• Dayshift | Between 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
• 40 hours per week - 36 patient contact / 4 admin
• Approximately 70% outpatient clinic | 20% inpatient / rounding | 10% OR
• On call rotation
• Holidays vary

Compensation & Incentives

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Sign-on bonus available
• Annual incentive bonus opportunity
• CME: 5 days & $2,000 annually
• Robust retirement & benefits package

Why This Role Stands Out

• Work in a fast-paced neurosurgery environment with excellent variety between clinic, hospital, and procedural settings
• High level of autonomy in patient care and clinical decision-making
• Strong, collaborative team dynamic within an established neurosurgical program
• Develop advanced skills in a highly specialized field
• Be part of a team committed to high-quality outcomes and patient-centered care

What You'll Do

• Provide outpatient neurosurgical care, including evaluation and management of acute and chronic conditions
• Perform inpatient rounding and consults in collaboration with neurosurgeons
• Assist with perioperative patient management as needed
• Assess, diagnose, and develop treatment plans using evidence-based practice
• Participate in call coverage to support patient care needs
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, high-quality care
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans, procedures, and recovery expectations