"Part-Time Neurosurgery Physician Assistant Specialty Care (Dual Posted with Part-Time Nurse)"

Hiring Department

Neurosurgery

Job Description

(This is a Dual Posting linked with Job ID 57878 and 4 total positions will be hired. Final titles will depend on the qualifications of the final candidates.)

The Department of Neurosurgery is pleased to announce the opening of a position for a Physician Assistant - Specialty Care. This individual will act as a physician extender for the collaborating surgeons in the Neurosurgery Department. Duties include but are not limited to: Independently providing assistance in a multidisciplinary practice for adult patient populations. Perform essential patient care functions, which include diagnosing and treat neurosurgical surgical patients in the clinic. Perform physical examinations, order diagnostic tests, and perform or assist with minor procedures. Assist in the evaluation and assessment of potential surgical candidates. Obtain and document a complete and focused history and physical and be able to relate other aspects of medical information to the surgeons and physicians. Participate in the Missouri Telehealth Network by providing Telemedicine return clinic appointments via Polycom connection. Assist in the identification of trends related to patients and participate in quality improvement activities and helping to guide the development and implementation of structure, process, and outcomes standards. Actively participate in clinical research, as needed. Assist as needed in OR. Perform and lead minor procedures with an opportunity for growth. Assist with inpatient consultations. Demonstrate a high level of autonomy and expert skills in the diagnosis and treatment of actual and potential health problems. Other duties as assigned.

Shift

Monday through Friday – 12 hour shifts (minimum 2 shifts per month)

Minimum Qualifications

Physicians Assistant (PA) licensure by the Missouri State Board of Registration for the Healing Arts.

Preferred Qualifications

Specialty certificate by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) in Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, Emergency Medicine, Hospital Medicine, Nephrology, Orthopaedic Surgery, Pediatrics, or Psychiatry.

Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $125 per hour

Grade: PAT-012

University Title: PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT SPECIALTY CARE

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Application Materials

In addition to the Online Application, please provide a Resume.