Surgery - Neurosurgery Physician Assistant

An acute care medical center is seeking a Physician Assistant for a neurosurgical spine practice in Bergen County, NJ. This role supports outpatient, operating room, and inpatient care for patients with complex spinal conditions, combining surgical and clinical responsibilities in a collaborative specialty setting. About the Opportunity: Shift:

Day shift Schedule:

Full-time, Monday-Friday, with rotating weekend morning rounds and periodic daytime call coverage Hours:

Approximately 7:00 AM-5:00 PM Setting:

In-person, acute care medical center Responsibilities: Provide outpatient evaluations, history-taking, physical examinations, and follow-up coordination for spine patients. Prepare clinical documentation and enter imaging, medication, referral, and procedural orders. First assist in cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine procedures, including positioning, exposure, instrumentation, and wound closure as appropriate. Perform postoperative rounds, manage routine inpatient care, and evaluate new inpatient and emergency department consultations. Coordinate perioperative care, communicate with patients, families, nursing, and consulting services, and support discharge planning and postoperative follow-up. Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program. Current or eligible New Jersey Physician Assistant licensure. Appropriate national certification and hospital credentialing. Strong clinical assessment, documentation, and communication skills. Desired Skills: Experience in neurosurgery, orthopedic spine surgery, or another surgical specialty. Experience serving as a surgical first assistant. Familiarity with inpatient postoperative management and consultations. Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple clinical responsibilities.