Neurosurgery Physician Assistant

Health First Careers • Melbourne, FL

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Health First is seeking a skilled and motivated Physician Assistant (PA) with a passion for Neurosurgery to join a growing, high-performing team. This is a dynamic opportunity to work side-by-side with an elite Neurosurgeon, supporting cases across all ages and playing an integral role both in the OR and in patient care continuity. The role involves assisting in a wide range of Neurosurgical procedures, managing elective and emergent cases, serving as a clinical resource for fellow providers, and participating in hospital call for Neuro Surgery. The position also contributes to clinic operations within a collaborative team environment that includes multiple physicians and experienced APPs. This role offers potential surgical volume for hands-on experience and skill development, and the opportunity to work directly alongside nationally recognized Neuro surgeons known for exceptional patient outcomes and satisfaction. You will gain exposure across a broad spectrum of neurosurgical procedures, developing comprehensive experience in cranial, spinal, vascular, functional, and trauma surgery. This is a full-time position.

Requirements

• Physician Assistant with surgical experience required
• Strong interest or background in Neuro Surgery preferred
• Ability to thrive in both surgical and clinical settings
• Team-oriented mindset with excellent communication skills
• Active DEA (or willingness to obtain)
• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program; Masters of Science preferred
• Current PA license
• Certification by the NCCPA
• One year of related clinical experience preferred
• Extensive knowledge of physical assessment, differential diagnosis, pathophysiology
• Must be able to pass colorblind testing to perform POC test requiring color change
• Must hold current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider completion card prior to start date and maintain
• Must be able to speak and understand the English language
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision in various outpatient settings; is motivated, self- directed and demonstrates initiative
• Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills
• Maintains membership in an applicable national professional organization
• Participates and promotes public relations events
• Ability to work in stressful, public contact environment with patients and families of various ages, cultures and socio-economic statuses
• Must be extremely flexible and able to work at variable hours and locations
• Must be able to recognize own limits and consult a physician regarding patient care issues
• Must be courteous and helpful, treating all people with dignity and respect
• Must be able to concentrate on multiple priority activities
• Must be able to respond efficiently to emergency situations

Nice To Haves

• Masters of Science preferred
• Strong interest or background in Neuro Surgery preferred
• One year of related clinical experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist in a wide range of Neurosurgical procedures
• Managing a range of elective and emergent cases
• Serve as a clinical resource and point of access for fellow providers within the practice
• Participate in hospital call for Neuro Surgery
• Contribute to clinic operations
• Provides acute, episodic outpatient assessment, diagnosis, treatment, consultation and education as a certified Physician Assistant, trained in a clinical specialty
• Manages patient care and health maintenance needs of a dedicated patient population
• Development of a plan of care consistent with established clinical protocols
• Establishment of appropriate follow-up plan as necessary
• Demonstrates competent skills in therapeutic cost-effective pharmacologic administration and management
• Collaborates with medical director(s) in development of clinical protocols/procedures for delivery of outpatient care
• Participates in departmental CQI efforts and provides support for improvement of identified issues
• Develops and implements formal and informal teaching plans for patients, families, staff and community
• Promotes patient/family-informed decision making in treatment plans and options
• Facilitates development, implementation and review of standards or practice, policies and procedures, quality outcome indicators, and other designated work projects to enhance patient care
• Completes charting and billable assignments in a timely manner
• Oversees clinical involvement of support associates and volunteers during daily clinic operations
• Participates in clinical experience of students

Benefits

• Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level