Physician Associate/Physician Assistant - Neurosurgery

MaineHealth; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 145,000 - 188,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Relocation assistance

Shift differentials

Job summary

MaineHealth Neurosurgery & Spine at Maine Medical Center in Portland, ME is recruiting an experienced Physician Associate/Physician Assistant to join our Neurosurgery team supporting 12 surgeons and 17 APPs; care includes ER consultations, hospital admissions, first assisting on neurosurgical cases, and daily rounds for inpatients.

The position offers 13-hour night shifts averaging 40 hours per week; required qualifications include bachelor’s degree, PA program, Maine license or eligibility,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Accredited PA program completion or eligibility.
• Current Maine license or eligibility; NCCPA certification required for PA.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• See both adult and pediatric inpatient populations.
• Provide ER consultations, hospital admissions, and daily rounds.
• First assist on neurosurgical cases and medical management of inpatients.
• Collaborate with 12 surgeons and 17 APPs.

Skills

Adult & pediatric care

Inpatient care

Emergency care

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree preferred

Tools

NCCPA certification

BLS certification

Job description

APP – Physician Associate/Physician Assistant

MaineHealth Neurosurgery & Spine

Inpatient

Description

MaineHealth Neurosurgery and Spine is recruiting for an experienced Physician Associate/Physician Assistant (PA) with the ability to see both adult and pediatric patient populations to practice at Maine Medical Center in Portland, ME. This is an opportunity to join our well-respected team in the Neurosurgery group supporting 12 surgeons 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.

These are 13 hour night shifts averaging 40 hours per week.

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 $145,224 to $187,936 annually based on the candidate’s level of experience.
• In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offerscomprehensivebenefits, recognition programs and career growth opportunities.

MaineHealth

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

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.

To learn more about our system please visit www.maine-health.org and our benefits page

For more information, please contact Sophia Rideout, Provider Recruiter, MaineHealth at [e-mail].

Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute:

Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.

Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, and quality assurance leriky.