Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant (Neurosurgery) - Phoenix, AZ

HealthOp Solutions

$140K — $180K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 1-2 years of experience in neurosurgery or a similar field as an Advanced Practice Provider (APP)
  • Completed NP/PA program within the USA (excluding Puerto Rico)
  • Current Arizona NP/PA license required
  • AORN RNFA education standards completion for operating room first assist role

Responsibilities

  • Perform new patient consults and postoperative evaluations
  • Obtain patient histories and monitor therapies and orders
  • Participate in daily hospital rounds with surgeons
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary care for neurosurgical patients
  • Communicate effectively with team members and patient families
  • Complete documentation and discharge planning
  • Conduct necessary bedside procedures
  • Assist in the operating room as needed

Benefits

  • Competitive health and welfare benefits
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with company match
  • 401k with matching contributions
  • Employee Assistance Program (24/7 support)
  • Optional overnight call with stipend available
Full Job Description
Job Title: Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant (Neurosurgery) - Phoenix, AZ

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Hours & Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Work Environment: Inpatient hospital-based, working within a multidisciplinary neurosurgery team

Travel Required: No

Salary / Hourly Rate: $140k - $180k + Bonus ($225k possible on target take home earnings)

Bonus Offered: Yes

Benefits Offered: Competitive Health & Welfare Benefits, HSA with company match (HDHP plans), 401k with match (including part-time), Employee Assistance Program (24/7 support)

On Call Required: Optional overnight call with stipend available

What our ideal new team member looks like:

You're an experienced Advanced Practice Provider (APP) with at least 1-2 years in neurosurgery or a closely related surgical or critical care specialty. You're adaptable, confident in high-acuity settings, and comfortable rotating between the OR and floor-based care. You thrive in a collaborative environment and are eager to contribute to a team that prioritizes both technical skill and empathetic patient care.

Job Summary:

This full-time, inpatient-based APP role supports the neurosurgical service at a leading healthcare facility in Phoenix. Working closely with neurosurgeons, you'll manage patient care from initial consult to postoperative follow-up. This includes assisting in the operating room, performing procedures, and coordinating care across disciplines. Floor coverage and surgical first-assist responsibilities are shared within the APP team. Overnight call is optional and compensated.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Perform new consults, postoperative evaluations, and nonoperative follow-up visits
  • Obtain patient histories, conduct physical examinations, monitor therapies, and place orders
  • Participate in daily hospital rounds alongside attending surgeons
  • Coordinate care for neurosurgical patients in collaboration with physicians and other service lines
  • Communicate effectively across departments and with patient families
  • Complete appropriate documentation and discharge planning including prescriptions and follow-up
  • Perform bedside procedures as needed
  • First assist in the operating room on a rotating basis
  • Maintain strict patient confidentiality at all times


Prerequisites / License & Certification Requirements:
  • 1-2 Years Experience in Neurosurgery or Similar Field as an APP
  • NP/PA Program Completed in USA (Not Puerto Rico)
  • Arizona NP/PA License
  • NP first assist in OR: Completion of a program meeting AORN RNFA education standards


If you meet all of our criteria and would like to be considered, please apply with your most updated Resume/CV. Cover Letter and references are preferred but optional. We look forward to meeting with you!

Requirements
  • 1-2 Years Experience in Neurosurgery or Similar Field as an APP
  • NP/PA Program Completed in USA (Not Puerto Rico)
  • Arizona NP/PA License

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