Master's degree in Physician Assistant studies or equivalent.
Current PA license and certification.
Experience in neurology or related field preferred.
Strong diagnostic and clinical assessment skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
Responsibilities
Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with neurological disorders in the outpatient clinic.
Provide inpatient neurology consultations and follow-up care for hospitalized patients.
Perform comprehensive neurological assessments and develop treatment plans.
Order and interpret diagnostic tests in collaboration with the supervising neurologist.
Coordinate care with physicians, nursing staff, and rehabilitation services.
Educate patients and families on neurological conditions and treatment options.
Document patient encounters accurately within the electronic medical record.
Benefits
Full-time schedule with a mix of outpatient and inpatient responsibilities.
Opportunity for diverse clinical experience in neurology.
Participation in quality improvement initiatives.
Supportive collaborative team environment.
Full Job Description
The Neurology Physician Assistant provides comprehensive neurologic care in both the inpatient and outpatient settings as part of a collaborative neurology team.
Schedule:
Full-time
Three (3) days per week in the outpatient neurology clinic
Two (2) days per week providing inpatient neurology services
Key Responsibilities:
Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with a wide range of neurological disorders in the outpatient clinic.
Provide inpatient neurology consultations and follow-up care for hospitalized patients.
Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including laboratory studies and neuroimaging, in collaboration with the supervising neurologist.
Coordinate care with physicians, nursing staff, rehabilitation services, and other multidisciplinary team members.
Educate patients and families regarding neurological conditions, treatment options, medications, and disease management.
Document patient encounters accurately and efficiently within the electronic medical record.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and maintain compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.
This position offers a balanced practice with continuity of care through outpatient clinic management and acute inpatient neurological consultation, providing a diverse and rewarding clinical experience.
