Neurology Epilepsy - Full Time NP/PA
About The Position
This full-time Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) position in Neurology Epilepsy involves a rotating schedule, with 65% of the time spent in the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) and 35% in the outpatient clinic. The role supports intake clinics to improve patient access, reduce referral wait times, and expedite patient entry into the epilepsy surgery program. The position requires collaboration with neurology and neurosurgery teams to diagnose and manage epilepsy and seizure disorders, order and interpret diagnostic tests, develop treatment plans, and educate patients and families. Accurate documentation and participation in a multidisciplinary, team-based care environment are essential.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
- Current NP or PA licensure in North Carolina (or eligibility)
- Current BLS certification
Nice To Haves
- Experience in neurology, epilepsy, or acute/inpatient care
- Experience working with both pediatric and adult populations
- Strong interpersonal and patient communication skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
- Strong clinical judgment and procedural competency
- Exceptional organization and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
- Flexibility to perform additional duties as needed
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including neurologic evaluations
- Diagnose and manage epilepsy and seizure disorders in collaboration with neurology and neurosurgery teams
- Order, interpret, and manage diagnostic testing (EEG, imaging, labs)
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including medication management
- Provide care in the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) and outpatient clinics
- Support intake clinics to improve referral access and reduce wait times
- Assist in evaluation and preparation of patients for epilepsy surgery
- Educate patients and families on diagnosis, treatment plans, and self-management
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation
- Collaborate in a multidisciplinary, team-based care environment
Benefits
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
- Competitive compensation
- Generous retirement offerings
- Programs that invest in your career development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
