Nurse Practitioner (Neurology) - Scottsdale, AZ

HealthOp Solutions•Scottsdale, AZ

2d•$120,000 - $170,000•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time, on-site Nurse Practitioner position in an established outpatient adult neurology clinic in Scottsdale, Arizona. The role focuses on evaluating and managing adults with a broad range of acute and chronic neurological conditions, including migraine and headache disorders, movement disorders, and neuropathy. The clinic sees approximately 12 patients per day, with 60-minute new patient visits and 30-minute follow-ups, allowing time for thorough neurological assessment, patient education, and individualized care. The Nurse Practitioner will review imaging and diagnostic studies, adjust medications, monitor disease progression, and collaborate with neurologists on complex cases. The position includes structured mentorship and hands-on specialty development, including training and opportunities to perform office-based procedures such as Botox injections, occipital nerve blocks, trigger point injections, and carpal tunnel injections, as trained and credentialed. The role also includes exposure to Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) programming. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with no nights, weekends, call, or travel. Compensation is $120,000–$170,000 per year, based on experience. The employer offers medical and dental coverage, a 401(k), PTO, paid holidays, malpractice coverage, and a CME allowance. Start timing is flexible for the right long-term fit.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
Active Arizona Nurse Practitioner license, or eligibility to obtain Arizona licensure.
Appropriate national board certification (FNP, AGNP, or ACNP).
Current DEA registration, or the ability to obtain it prior to practice.
Strong clinical assessment, communication, and documentation skills.
Able to work full-time on-site in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Interest in adult neurology and specialty medicine.
Sound independent medical decision-making and ability to collaborate closely with physicians.
Interest in learning office-based neurological procedures and injection therapies.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a Nurse Practitioner in another specialty and interest in transitioning into adult neurology.
Interest in long-term patient follow-up and chronic and complex disease management.
Interest in developing procedural skills and participating in ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and manage adult patients presenting with acute and chronic neurological conditions.
Perform comprehensive histories, physical examinations, and focused neurological assessments.
Develop, implement, and adjust individualized treatment plans.
Order, review, and interpret diagnostic studies, laboratory testing, and imaging results.
Prescribe and manage medications within the scope of Nurse Practitioner licensure and practice authority.
Perform or assist with office-based neurological procedures, including Botox injections, occipital nerve blocks, trigger point injections, and carpal tunnel injections, as trained and credentialed.
Participate in training and clinical exposure related to Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) programming.
Monitor treatment effectiveness, disease progression, and patient response to therapy.
Educate patients and families on diagnoses, medications, treatment options, and long-term management.
Collaborate with neurologists and the wider clinical team on complex cases.
Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in the electronic medical record.
Take part in continuing medical education, clinical training, and quality improvement work.