Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner-Neurosurgery, Full-time, Days
Core
Provide direct clinical care, diagnosis, and management of patients in the Neurosurgery department, including pre-operative and post-operative support.
Role type
Clinical Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner)
Builds
Patient care plans and treatment outcomes for neurosurgery patients
Domain
Healthcare / Neurosurgery
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Clinical expertise, patient assessment, medication prescription, procedure ordering, patient education, quality improvement participation, research integration, mentorship
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive patient health appraisals including histories and physical exams; Provide direct clinical care and prescribe medications/therapies; Order and interpret lab tests, x-rays, and procedures; Evaluate patients for further care needs; Provide comprehensive teaching to patients and families; Document all care and procedures in medical records; Refer to other disciplines as appropriate; Serve as a consultant to other disciplines; Integrate research-based knowledge into decision making; Participate in quality improvement and research initiatives; Mentor graduate students; Maintain certifications and continuing education; Participate in hospital committees and task forces.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
