Physician Associate - Neurosurgery

MaineHealth Accountable Care Organization; Scarborough (ME); On-site; USD 143,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

MaineHealth Neurosurgery & Spine is recruiting an experienced Physician Assistant to join our team at Maine Medical Center in Portland, ME. The PA will see both adult and pediatric patients and support 12 neurosurgeons and 17 APPs delivering surgical, emergency, and inpatient care including ER consultations, hospital admissions, first assisting on neurosurgical cases, and daily rounds.

This 1.0 FTE position emphasizes collaboration within a respected group and offers comprehensive benefits in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Successful completion of accredited Physician Associate/Physician Assistant program.
• Current Maine license or eligibility to obtain one; NCCPA certification required for PA.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• See adult and pediatric patients in neurosurgery practice at Maine Medical Center, Portland, ME.
• Support 12 surgeons and 17 APPs with surgical, emergency, and inpatient care.
• Provide ER consultations, hospital admissions, first assisting on cases, and daily rounds.

Skills

BLS certification

State licensure eligibility (Maine)

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

PA program completion

NCCPA certification

Job description

Location: Scarborough, ME
Facility: Medical Group Practices
Schedule: Full Time
Shift: Rotating
Job Category: Advanced Practice Provider
Req #: 85962
Date Posted: Jul 29, 2026

MaineHealth Neurosurgery & Spine

Portland, ME

Req# 85962

MaineHealth Neurosurgery and Spine is recruiting for an experienced Physician Associate/Physician Assistant (PA) with the ability to see both adult and pediatric patient populationsto practice at Maine Medical Center in Portland, ME. This is an opportunity to join our well-respected team in the Neurosurgery group supporting 12Surgeons and working alongside 17 Advance Practice Providers (APPs) providing surgical, emergency, and in-patient care and services including ER consultations, hospital admissions, first assisting on Neurosurgical cases, and medical management of in-patients with daily rounds.

Primary inpatient responsibilities are at Maine Medical Center, the state's leading tertiary care hospital and Level 1 Trauma Center. Maine Medical Center has 637 licensed beds, a full complement of residencies and fellowships, and is an integral part of Tufts University Medical School.
This position is budgeted as a 1.0 FTE (40 hours) position, and is typically worked in three 13-hour shifts per week, averaging 39 hours weekly.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree preferred.
• Successful completion of accredited Physician Associate/Physician Assistant.
• Current license issued by the State of Maine or eligible for licensure. Certification of Physician Associate/Physician Assistants ( NCCPA ) required for PA's.
• Current BLS certification.

This position offers:

• At MaineHealth, we recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Total compensation packages may include, based on eligibility, recruitment payments, relocation assistance, shift differentials, productivity-based incentives, quality incentives and other premiums.
• The pay range for this position is $ $143,038 to $185,108 annually based on the candidate’s level of experience.
• In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offerscomprehensivebenefits, recognition programs and career growth opportunities.

MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, "Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America." MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately 22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care, diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire. MaineHealth offers a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive and competitive benefits, along with programs and resources to meet the diverse needs of our workforce.

Portland, Maine offers the best of urban sophistication combined with small-town friendliness. The area provides four season recreational opportunities, such as skiing, hiking, sailing, and miles of beautiful beaches. Just two hours north of Boston, this is an exceptionally diverse and vibrant community.

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