Physician Assistant - Neurosurgery

Position Summary: The physician assistant (PA), under the direction of a supervising physician, will function as an independent healthcare provider working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary health team to provide comprehensive care in a variety of settings (primary, acute, specialty) while demonstrating a high degree of clinical expertise. Provides direct individualized patient care and treatment with responsibility for assessing, examining, diagnosing and analyzing the patient’s current health condition and developing short‑ and long‑term goals and treatment plans. Functions within the defined scope of clinical practice as outlined by applicable state law, licensing, certification, regulations, institutional policy and practice agreements. Physician assistants employed by Bozeman Health or affiliates will have a current MD supervision agreement and duties and delegations agreement (clinical privileges) in place as per Montana State Board of Medical Examiners requirements. Minimum Qualifications 3–5 years of experience Master’s Degree of Physician Assistant Studies Board certification as Physician Assistant Montana Licensure (Physician Assistant) DEA License if applicable to practice area American Heart Association BLS within 60 days of hire Additional training if relevant to practice area (Preferred) Two years of physician assistant experience in relevant specialty (Preferred) Essential Job Functions Provides quality, efficient and effective evidence‑based patient care, consultation as requested, advisement and/or initiation of treatment plans while following standard of care within specialty scope of practice. Directs patient care by examining, diagnosing and analyzing the patient’s current health condition, performing comprehensive admission history and physical exams, consultative notes, admission and discharge summaries, progress notes, writing orders and prescriptions and performing and/or assisting with procedures and providing assistance with operative cases per defined scope of practice for specialty area. Financially responsible for all aspects relating to transcription/coding. Participates in quality/performance initiatives, research activities, education, development of policies, procedures, protocols, and guidelines as indicated while evaluating and implementing the standards of care within the area of specialization. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills Advanced math skills; ability to collect, analyze, interpret and/or present complex data. Detail oriented, organizational skills and the ability to prioritize Exercises tact, discretion, sensitivity and maintains confidentiality Schedule Requirements This role requires regular and sustained attendance. The position may necessitate working beyond a standard 40‑hour workweek, including weekends and after‑hours shifts. On‑call work may be required to respond promptly to organizational, patient, or employee needs. Physical Requirements Lifting (Repeatedly – 50 pounds) Sit (Occasionally) Stand (Repeatedly) Walk (Repeatedly) Climb (Rarely) Twist/Bend/Stoop/Kneel (Repeatedly) Reach Above Shoulder Level (Repeatedly) Push/Pull (Repeatedly) Fine‑Finger Movements (Continuously) Vision (Continuously) Cognitive Skills (Continuously) Exposures (Continuously) Frequency Key: Continuously (100% – 67% of the time), Repeatedly (66% – 33% of the time), Occasionally (32% – 4% of the time), Rarely (3% – 1% of the time), Never (0%). The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job classification. They are not to be construed as a contract of any type nor an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by individuals so classified. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bozeman Health