Neurosurgery NP or PA needed in Wenatchee, WA

Neurosurgery Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Wenatchee, Washington

About the Position

A large, physician-led, integrated healthcare system in north-central Washington is seeking an

experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)

to join its growing

Neurosurgery & Spine

team. This is an outstanding opportunity to practice alongside an experienced group of neurosurgeons and orthopedic spine specialists in a collaborative, high-volume regional medical center.
Please Note:

New graduates will not be considered.

Prior APP experience is required, with surgical or neurosurgery experience strongly preferred.
Position Highlights:
Full-time position
Four 10-hour shifts per week (days/evenings)
Mix of inpatient, outpatient, surgical, and hospital-based care
First assist in the operating room with a broad range of neurosurgical and spine procedures
Work alongside multiple neurosurgeons with cross-training across the department
State-of-the-art surgical facilities and advanced technology
Collaborative, team-based environment with excellent physician support
Responsibilities include:
Perform comprehensive history and physical examinations for new neurosurgical patients
Evaluate post-operative patients and provide ongoing follow-up care
Develop differential diagnoses and treatment plans in collaboration with neurosurgeons
Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic testing
Assist in the operating room with cranial and spine procedures, including craniotomies, spinal instrumentation, intrathecal baclofen pump placement, microscopic procedures, and other complex surgeries
Perform wound closure (deep and superficial)
Conduct daily inpatient rounds, including ICU patients
Evaluate emergency department and inpatient consults
Assist with discharge planning and discharge summaries
Manage ventricular/ICP monitoring, lumbar drains, and VP shunt evaluations/reprogramming
Prescribe medications and perform procedures within scope of practice
Maintain complete and accurate patient documentation
Participate in department call rotation
Maintain current BLS certification
Compensation & Benefits

Annual Salary:

Approximately $142,000 $171,000 , based on experience.
Comprehensive benefits package includes:
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)
Generous Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan with employer contributions
Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability
Shift Differential
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Adoption Assistance
Discounted Gym Memberships
About the Organization & Community

You'll join one of the Pacific Northwest's premier physician-led healthcare organizations, serving as the primary referral center for north-central Washington. The health system is recognized for its outstanding quality of care, advanced specialty services, collaborative culture, and commitment to provider wellness. Providers enjoy access to modern facilities, cutting-edge technology, and a multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care.
Located in

Wenatchee, Washington , you'll enjoy more than 300 days of sunshine each year with easy access to outdoor recreation including hiking, mountain biking, skiing, fishing, boating, and golfing. Nestled along the Columbia River and surrounded by the Cascade Mountains, Wenatchee offers a welcoming community, excellent schools, a vibrant downtown, wineries, and an exceptional quality of life all while being just a few hours from Seattle.