Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Neurosurgery

UPMC Senior Communities • $90K — $110K *
Williamsport, PA 17701In-Person
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Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Knowledge of growth and development principles
  • Ability to provide age-appropriate patient care across the lifespan
  • Strong critical thinking and clinical judgment skills for fast-paced environments
  • Physical stamina for direct patient care
  • Successful attainment and maintenance of hospital privileges where applicable

Responsibilities

  • Provide outpatient neurosurgical care for various conditions
  • Perform inpatient rounding and collaborate with neurosurgeons
  • Assist with perioperative patient management
  • Assess, diagnose, and create treatment plans using evidence-based practice
  • Participate in call coverage for patient care needs
  • Collaborate with teams for coordinated high-quality care
  • Educate patients and families on treatment plans and recovery expectations

Benefits

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Sign-on bonus available
  • Annual incentive bonus opportunity
  • CME: 5 days & $2,000 annually
  • Robust retirement and benefits package
Full Job Description
Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner)

Neurosurgery

UPMC Williamsport

UPMC is seeking a Full-Time Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant/PA or Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner/CRNP) to join our Neurosurgery team. This role offers a dynamic blend of outpatient clinic, inpatient rounding, and procedural support, providing a well-rounded experience in a fast-paced surgical specialty.

This is an excellent opportunity for providers who thrive in high-acuity environments, value clinical autonomy, and enjoy working within a strong, team-oriented neurosurgical program.

Schedule & Work-Life Balance
  • Dayshift | Between 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • 40 hours per week - 36 patient contact / 4 admin
  • Approximately 70% outpatient clinic | 20% inpatient / rounding | 10% OR
  • On call rotation
  • Holidays vary

Compensation & Incentives
  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Sign-on bonus available
  • Annual incentive bonus opportunity
  • CME: 5 days & $2,000 annually
  • Robust retirement & benefits package

Why This Role Stands Out
  • Work in a fast-paced neurosurgery environment with excellent variety between clinic, hospital, and procedural settings
  • High level of autonomy in patient care and clinical decision-making
  • Strong, collaborative team dynamic within an established neurosurgical program
  • Develop advanced skills in a highly specialized field
  • Be part of a team committed to high-quality outcomes and patient-centered care

What You'll Do
  • Provide outpatient neurosurgical care, including evaluation and management of acute and chronic conditions
  • Perform inpatient rounding and consults in collaboration with neurosurgeons
  • Assist with perioperative patient management as needed
  • Assess, diagnose, and develop treatment plans using evidence-based practice
  • Participate in call coverage to support patient care needs
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, high-quality care
  • Educate patients and families on treatment plans, procedures, and recovery expectations


Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of growth and development principles
  • Ability to provide age-appropriate patient care across the lifespan
  • Ability to assess patient data and deliver care per departmental policies
  • Strong interpersonal, critical thinking, and clinical judgment skills with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
  • Physical stamina and dexterity required for direct patient care
  • Successful attainment and maintenance of hospital privileges, where applicable.

Licensure, Education, Certifications, and Clearances:

  • Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP)
    • Completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner program
    • BSN required; MSN preferred
    • Pennsylvania RN license and CRNP certification
    • National certification and eligibility for licensure and CRNP certification by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing

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  • Physician Assistant (PA)
    • Graduation from an ARC-PA-accredited Physician Assistant program
    • Bachelor's or master's degree preferred
    • Pennsylvania PA license and NCCPA certification


  • Required for All APP Candidates
    • CPR certification
      • CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
    • Successful completion of Pennsylvania clearances:
      • Act 33
      • Act 34
      • Act 73


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