Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner – Neurology

Live Well Homecare Agency, LLC; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Well Homecare Agency, LLC seeks a Neurology Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join our outpatient neurology team, with potential inpatient duties. The role emphasizes patient assessments, triage, follow-up coordination, and collaboration with patients and families in a neuroscience-focused setting.

Candidates must complete an ARC-approved PA program or an approved NP program, be certified or eligible by NCCPA or the PA State Board of Nursing, and be eligible for licensure in

Qualifications

• PA must graduate ARC-approved program, be certified or eligible by NCCPA, and licensed or eligible by State Board of Medicine.
• NP should complete an approved program, be certified or eligible by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing, and qualified to treat all ages.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial patient assessments.
• Triage patients to appropriate care level.
• Monitor procedure and lab results for neurology patients.
• Coordinate follow-ups and communicate with patients and families.
• Assist with preauthorization processes when needed.
• Screen patients for neurology conditions.

Skills

Patient assessment

Communication

Coordination

Education

ARC-approved PA program

NCCPA certification or eligibility

PA State Board licensure eligibility

PA NP option per PA State Nursing Board

Job description

Role Overview

A neurology physician assistant or nurse practitioner is sought to join a neurology team, primarily working in an outpatient clinic setting with potential inpatient duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform initial patient assessments
• Triage
• Monitor procedure and lab results
• Coordinate follow-ups
• Communicate with patients and families
• Assist with preauthorization processes
• Screen patients

Qualifications

• The PA must be a graduate of an ARC-approved program, certified or eligible by the National Commission for Certification of Physician Assistants, and licensed or eligible by the State Board of Medicine.
• The NP should have completed an approved program, be certified or eligible by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing, and qualified to treat all age groups.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong assessment, communication, and coordination skills, with a focus on patient-centered care.

Additional Details

The role offers opportunities within a comprehensive neuroscience institute, emphasizing quality care, innovation, and collaborative practice. A commitment to safety, excellence, learning, and diversity is valued.