Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner, Neurosurgery, Inpatient

Sutter Health • San Francisco, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Sutter West Bay Medical Group (SWBMG) is seeking a motivated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Neurosurgery team in San Francisco, California . This position offers an exciting opportunity to work closely with a highly collaborative and nationally recognized team of neurosurgeons and advanced practice clinicians providing high-quality inpatient care, with some outpatient exposure. The selected NP/PA will play a vital role in managing hospitalized neurosurgery patients while collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless care coordination and exceptional patient outcomes. The position is primarily inpatient-focused , with opportunities to participate in outpatient activities for continuity of care and professional growth.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) program
• PA-Physician Assistant or NP-Nurse Practitioner
• CSRC-Controlled Substance Registered Certification (DEA)
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
• Other - certification based on department requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Surgical or neurosurgery experience strongly preferred
• Candidates with a passion for surgical care and interest in neuroscience are encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive inpatient care, including daily rounds, progress notes, and discharge planning
• Perform Emergency Department and inpatient consults, admissions, and discharges
• Order and interpret laboratory tests and radiologic studies
• Field phone calls from acute care floors, inpatient nurses, therapists, and clinical care teams
• Facilitate multidisciplinary care coordination and patient/family education
• Communicate effectively with outpatient teams to ensure smooth transitions of care
• Deliver care in alignment with clinical quality, safety, and experience metrics
• Perform procedures within scope of practice as appropriate
• Opportunity for first-assisting in the operating room as service needs permit
• Collaborate directly with neurosurgeons and other advanced practice clinicians

Benefits

• Work with a nationally recognized neurosurgery team known for innovation, collaboration, and excellence
• Be part of a multidisciplinary care environment where your expertise directly impacts patient outcomes
• Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package
• Ongoing opportunities for professional growth, education, and advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees