Neurosurgery Physician Assistant
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Description
JOB OVERVIEW
- Job Id: 105765
- Profession: Physician Assistant
- Specialty: PA - Neurosurgery
- Job Type: Locum Tenens
- Location: New Port Richey, FL 34652
- Service Setting: Inpatient
- Coverage Type: Call Only
- Coverage Period: ASAP – Ongoing
- Shift Schedule: Mon – Thu, 9:00pm – 7:30am
- Call Type: In-house
- Reason for Coverage: Supplemental
- Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered by Agency
- Patient Demographics: 100% Adults
- Average Daily Volume: 10 patients/day
- Rounding: Both
- Phone Consults: 0-25
- Case Mix: Neurosurgery
- EMR System: Cerner
- Specialty Backup Available: Yes, 4 Neurosurgeons
- Support Staff: 1 RN, 1 MA, 4 APPs, 3 Office Staff
- Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
- Temporary Privileges Available: Yes
- Board: BC
- Licenses: FL or IMLC
- Certifications: BLS, ACLS
- Fellowship: Preferred
- Experience: Min. 1 year Neurosurgery APP experience
- Other Qualifications: Local candidates preferred; EMR proficiency (Cerner) preferred
- Provide in-house neurosurgery coverage for night shifts (Monday through Thursday, 9:00pm – 7:30am).
- Manage and treat adult neurosurgery patients, including acute care and consultations.
- Collaborate with attending neurosurgeons and the advanced practice provider team.
- Perform patient assessments, order diagnostic tests, and implement treatment plans.
- Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and ensure continuity of care.