Physician Assistant Neurosurgery

4 weeks ago


Houston, United States Neurosurgical Group of Texas Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

A premier private practice neurosurgery group in the Houston area is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant (PA). The practice is well established and does 100% elective cases.

This position will function as an advanced practice practitioner, responsible for maintaining and promoting the health of the patient requiring care, practicing medicine under the supervision of a licensed physician.


The PA will work in multiple settings including inpatient, outpatient, operating room and clinic.

No ER or trauma call and light weekend call once every five weeks.


Responsibilities:

  • Provide diagnostic, therapeutic, surgical and post operative care, under the supervision of a physician
  • Provide support to the supervising physician in the operating room as a surgical assistant
  • Demonstrate leadership as a clinical resource
  • Participate in rounding independently or with surgeon
  • Coordinate and manage patient care as assigned by supervising physician
  • Respond timely to patient questions/issues that arise as triaged by clinical staff
  • Perform delegated tasks as assigned by the supervising physician
  • Accurately document all patient encounters and communication in the electronic health record

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 5 years of current experience working as a PA preferred.
  • Experience in a surgical specialty preferred but not required (i.e. Neurosurgery, Spine, Orthopedics, General Surgery)
  • Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing in English
  • Bilingual - Spanish a plus
  • Ability to exercise judgement in interactions with physicians, care team, patients, and families
  • Demonstrate proficient time management skills

Education/Licensing Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Graduate from Accredited Physician Assistant Program by NCCPA
  • Licensed and credentialed by the Texas Board of Physician Assistants
  • Prescriptive authority privileges through the State of Texas
  • Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration

Benefits:

  • Competitive Salary & Bonus Structure
  • Healthcare benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • 401K w/ 3% Safe Harbor
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Parking
  • Paid Malpractice
  • Stipend for CMEs


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