Physician Assistant - Neurosurgery

We are seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to join a busy neurosurgery team. This position offers a combination of inpatient care, outpatient clinic, and operating room responsibilities, providing the opportunity to work closely with neurosurgeons throughout the full continuum of patient care. Key Responsibilities Inpatient & Hospital Care Perform initial consultations and follow-up evaluations in inpatient and trauma settings Round on hospitalized patients and evaluate patients in the emergency department and surgical floor Assess and monitor patients in collaboration with neurosurgeons and other healthcare providers Manage pre- and postoperative orders, prescriptions, treatments, diagnostic studies, and discharge planning Complete accurate and timely documentation within the hospital EMR Coordinate patient care with nursing staff and other hospital departments Serve as a liaison between patients, families, and the neurosurgical team Operating Room Serve as a first assistant on neurosurgical cases Assist with surgical and perioperative patient care Participate in emergency surgical cases when necessary Procedures may include: Wound care, dressing changes, and suture removal Shunt taps and shunt reprogramming Lumbar punctures Head frame application and removal Brace application and removal Outpatient Clinic Evaluate new patients, postoperative patients, and routine follow-ups Complete comprehensive histories and physical examinations Develop treatment plans and order appropriate imaging and diagnostic studies Review radiology and laboratory results and identify abnormalities Present patients to the neurosurgeon when appropriate Manage prescription refills and patient phone calls Triage patient concerns appropriately Maintain thorough and accurate EMR documentation Schedule & Call Approximately 40 hours per week Weekend rounding approximately 1 out of every 3 weekends Some additional weekend coverage may be required, averaging approximately 4-5 weekends over a three-month period After-hours call coverage as needed Weekend responsibilities include inpatient rounds in collaboration with the on-call neurosurgeon and occasional assistance with emergency surgical cases Qualifications Physician Assistants: Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited PA program Active California PA license Active PA board certification All Candidates: Active DEA license or ability to obtain one prior to or upon hire Current BLS certification ACLS/PALS as applicable to the practice Required controlled substance education/certification Previous experience in a neurosurgery clinic and inpatient hospital environment Previous experience as a first assistant in the operating room Ability to interpret radiologic imaging Strong interpersonal and communication skills Excellent organization and time-management skills Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced clinical and surgical environment #J-18808-Ljbffr SpineSearch