Physician Assistant - Neurosurgery - Full Time

Valley Children’s Healthcare • Madera, CA

8d • $85 - $123

About The Position

The Physician Assistant – Neurosurgery is accountable for a defined patient population under the supervision of a licensed physician. The role functions dependently in a staff position, implementing the responsibilities of an expert practitioner, consultant, educator, and researcher within a specialized area of patient care. The Physician Assistant works within the scope of licensure and hospital policies. Some positions may require call according to a predetermined schedule or as needed based on hospital needs. Before providing patient care, the candidate must submit a Scope of Practice to the Hospital Interdisciplinary Professional Practice Council after accepting an offer of employment.

The Pediatric Neurosurgery Center provides comprehensive care for conditions involving the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves. The department collaborates with pediatric subspecialties to deliver coordinated care for infants, children, and adolescents, using minimally invasive and microsurgical techniques and advanced intra-operative tools.

Requirements

• Completion of a Physician Assistant program.
• California Physician Assistant license and successful credentialing through the Medical Staff office via CIDP for the appropriate scope of practice and furnishing privileges.
• National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) certification.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire or transfer into the position.
• At least one year of pediatric experience.
• Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Nice To Haves

• Four-year college degree in a related field.
• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Certificate in an applicable area of specialty.
• Bilingual skills.
• Experience in an applicable area of specialty.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for a defined patient population under the supervision of a licensed physician.
• Perform the role of expert practitioner, consultant, educator, and researcher within a specialized area of patient care.
• Practice within the scope of licensure and in accordance with hospital policies.
• Participate in on-call coverage according to a predetermined schedule or as needed, if required for the position.
• Submit a Scope of Practice to the Hospital Interdisciplinary Professional Practice Council before providing patient care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree