Neurosurgery PA

CommonSpirit Health • Carmichael, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Mercy Medical Group (MMG), a multi-specialty group in the Sacramento region, is looking to add a Physician Assistant to our Neurosurgery team in Carmichael, CA. This position is primarily clinical with some surgical responsibilities. Clinical duties include post-op office visits and responding to patient inquiries. In the hospital setting, this role involves rounding and serving as a surgical first assistant. The work schedule is Monday through Friday with no call responsibilities and no weekends.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Current and unrestricted California PA license
• National certification (NCCPA)
• BLS and ACLS
• DEA license

Responsibilities

• Helps with rounding, postop care in the hospital and clinic, and seeing some non-operative referrals
• Some surgical assisting, approximately 3-4 times per month
• Provides patient care within the scope of practice
• Obtains medical history, performs physical examinations, formulates differential diagnoses, and establishes treatment plans in collaboration with the treating physician
• Writes orders and prescribes medications, including controlled substances.
• Instructs and counsels patients and their families regarding diagnoses and treatment plans
• Completes all hospital and department documentation accurately and within designated timeframes.
• Acts as a liaison between physicians, nursing departments, and ancillary staff on behalf of patients and their families.
• Complies with all legal restrictions regarding lines of authority, supervision, and communication.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: $141,158 -$187,358 DOE + productivity bonus
• Sign on bonus
• relocation assistance
• Comprehensive health benefits including 100% employer-paid medical and dental for you and your family
• PSLF Eligible
• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• CME Allowance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree