Neurosurgical APP (Advanced Practice Provider)

Carolina Neurosurgy & Spine Associates•Belmont, NC

About The Position

We are searching for compassionate and energetic i ndividuals to join our team! We are seeking a Full-Time Advanced Practice Provider (APP) based in our Mt Holly office. Travel may be required to other offices. We are a private practice where you will work closely with our highly sub-specialized group of Neurosurgeons. Come play a part in changing the lives of patients every day and work for an organization that has consistently been named one of the area's Top Workplaces. General Job Summary: Advanced practice providers on our team play an integral role in the global management of neurosurgical patients, including all aspects of pre-, intra- and post-operative care. Neurosurgery APPs perform patient histories, help with treatment plans, manage post-operative care, and handle myriad office-related duties and you will work under the supervision of the Neurosurgeons.

Requirements

A Valid NC PA or FNP License is Required

Responsibilities

Performs comprehensive and problem-focused histories and physical examinations
Interprets laboratory and diagnostic tests
Interprets and correlates subjective and objective data
Formulates a differential diagnosis and establishes a working diagnosis
Develops a treatment plan for neurosurgical conditions within the scope of practice and in conjunction with the neurosurgeon
Implements therapeutic intervention for specific conditions where appropriate
Exercises judgment on conditions requiring consultation, referral or evaluation by the supervising neurosurgeon or other healthcare professionals
Sees all new office patients and completes a thorough history and physical examination that is problem-oriented for neurosurgical conditions
First assistant at surgery
Rounds and Consults at Hospitals
Takes Call
Presents the patient to attending neurosurgeons
Helps to formulate treatment plans
Orders appropriate radiographic studies
Evaluates post-operative patients and does routine follow-up visits
Is available to see patients requiring same-day office visits
Returns patient phone calls
Handles prescription refills
Reviews radiographic reports and laboratory reports for abnormalities
Reviews x-rays, MRIs and CT scans of hospitalized patients and office patients with the attending neurosurgeon
Evaluates, screens and counsels patients on health maintenance and promotes utilization of community resources
Designs, conducts and/or participates in research studies
Manages databases
Performs quality assurance
Complies with all of our processes and HIPAA regulations.
Applies our values in decision-making and interactions with all individuals.
Promotes a positive work environment through effective teamwork.
Other duties as assigned by changing needs, patient flow, or physician request.
Reflects CNSA Core Values in all job responsibilities and interactions
Participates in department or system wide improvement plans
Performs high quality work that is neat, accurate, complete, and on time
Offers assistance to all patients by promptly responding to requests and needs
Asks questions to gain full understanding of assignments
Adapts to changing assignments and responsibilities