Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner - Neurosurgery

Job Description

Job Description

About the Job:

Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner – Neurosurgery (Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities)

We are a growing, fast-paced private neurosurgery practice seeking 1 full-time and 1–2 part-time Advanced Practice Providers (PA or NP) to join our team.

This is a unique opportunity to work closely with a highly respected neurosurgeon in a dynamic environment with exposure to clinic, surgery, and hospital-based care .

Position Overview:

APPs will function as direct patient care providers under physician supervision, participating in all aspects of neurosurgical care.

Full-Time Role:

• Mix of clinic, surgical assisting, and hospital rounding.
• Active role in patient management from evaluation through post-op care.

Part-Time Role (Flexible):

• Primary focus on surgical assisting and hospital rounding.
• Optional clinic days (1–2 days/week) depending on preference.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive histories & physicals.
• Evaluate new and follow-up neurosurgical patients.
• Assist in surgery (spine, cranial, and peripheral nerve cases).
• Round on hospital patients, including ICU when needed.
• Order/interprete imaging (MRI, CT, etc.) and labs.
• Develop and manage treatment plans in collaboration with physician.
• Provide patient and family education.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation.

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong clinical judgment and attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.
• Team-oriented with excellent communication skills.
• Professional, reliable, and patient-first mindset.
• Comfortable in both clinic and surgical settings (or willing to learn).

Qualifications:

• PA or NP degree from an accredited program.
• Active Florida license in good standing.
• DEA license required.
• BLS required (ACLS preferred).
• Spanish-speaking is a strong plus.
• Prior neurosurgery, spine, ortho, or pain experience preferred (not required for the right candidate).

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• PTO and health benefits for full-time employees.
• Growth opportunity within an expanding practice.

Additional Details

• Travel required between locations (Lake Worth, Stuart, Fort Lauderdale, and affiliated hospitals/surgery centers).
• Opportunity to be a key part of a growing, high-level neurosurgical practice.