Neurosurgery Vernon - Nurse Practitioner (APRN) or Physician Assistant

Hartford Healthcare • Vernon, 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 in Vernon. This role offers unique 1:1 training with neurosurgeons, focusing on the Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) program, including High Intensity Focus Ultrasound (HIFU) for movement disorders. The position involves both clinic and operating room time (1st Assist) for cranial and spine procedures. The successful candidate will work with an experienced team of advanced practitioners in an established practice with supportive staff.

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.
• RNFA (Registered Nurse First Assist) certification required for Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN).

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 training with neurosurgeons.
• Engage in the Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) program, including High Intensity Focus Ultrasound (HIFU) treatment for movement disorders.
• Perform clinic duties.
• Provide first assist in the operating room for cranial and spine 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

What This Job Offers

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