Neurosurgery Htfd - Nurse Practitioner (APRN) or Physician Assistant

Hartford HealthCare Medical Group • Hartford, CT

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Hartford HealthCare Medical Group is seeking a Surgical Physician Assistant (PA) or Advanced Practice RN (APRN) to join their Neurosurgery team. This role offers unique 1:1 training with a neurosurgeon, opportunities for growth and development, and OR time for first assisting. The position involves working with experienced advanced practitioners on advanced surgical procedures, including cranial and spine surgeries with a specialization in skull base procedures. The practice is established with staff who prioritize patient care.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner Master’s program preferred.
• Licensed, or eligible to be licensed, as a Physician Assistant / Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the state of Connecticut.
• Certification or eligible to be certified as a Physician Assistant or National Board Certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse.

Nice To Haves

• >1-year experience as a Surgical Physician Assistant in a Neurosurgery or an Orthopedic setting
• First Assist in OR preferred

Responsibilities

• 1:1 training with a neurosurgeon
• First assist in the Operating Room (OR)
• Work with a team of advanced practitioners with extensive Neurosurgery experience
• Perform advanced surgical procedures, both cranial and spine, specializing in skull base procedures

Benefits

• Extremely competitive salary
• Matching 401k
• Tiered medical, dental, and vision plans
• Generous Paid-Time Off
• Reimbursement for CME, professional society membership, licensure, and malpractice
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Supportive ongoing mentorship
• Access to Hartford HealthCare’s Office of Advanced Practice
• Leadership development opportunities through Hartford HealthCare’s Professional Leadership Development Institute

What This Job Offers

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