Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) - Neurology

MultiCare Health System•Spokane, WA

7d•$153,200 - $153,200•Onsite

About The Position

MultiCare Neuroscience Institute is hiring an advanced practice provider for an outpatient neurology/neurosurgery role in Spokane, Washington. The APP joins a growing, collaborative group of physicians and advanced practice providers and provides ambulatory care for patients with complex neurological and neurosurgical needs. The work includes pre-operative evaluations, post-operative follow-ups, conservative management, and longitudinal care coordination. The position emphasizes patient education, relationship-building, and coordinated care with neurosurgeons, nurses, and other multidisciplinary colleagues. The posting describes no call, a desirable work-life balance, Epic EMR, and a typical volume of 12–18 patients per day. The role is listed as 1.0 FTE on a weekday day schedule, Monday through Friday. The stated annual base salary is $153,200, with production and quality incentives. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package, including relocation and signing incentives, medical malpractice and tail coverage, CME allowance, medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, and paid time off.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited physician assistant or nurse practitioner program with national certification.
Licensed or eligible for licensure in Washington State by the employment start date.
NCCPA certification for physician assistants or AANP/ANCC certification for nurse practitioners.
DEA registration, NPI, and prescriptive authority.
Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Nice To Haves

Experience in neurosurgery, neurology, spine care, or complex outpatient management is preferred.
New graduates with a strong interest in neurosurgery are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive outpatient neurosurgical consultations and follow-up visits.
Perform clinical assessments, including history-taking, focused examinations, and medication reviews.
Assist with pre-operative preparation, including patient education, labs, imaging review, and coordination.
Provide post-operative care, including wound checks, suture removal, pain management, and recovery tracking.
Develop treatment plans with neurosurgeons for patients receiving conservative or procedural care.
Educate patients and families about diagnoses, procedures, recovery expectations, and lifestyle modifications.
Coordinate referrals for imaging, physical therapy, pain management, and subspecialty consultations.
Accurately document clinical encounters and ensure compliance with institutional and regulatory guidelines.
Participate in clinic huddles, care team meetings, and continuous learning initiatives.