Surgery - Neurosurgery Physician Assistant

Seeking an

NP or PA

for

locum coverage

in the

Pediatric Neurosurgery Department . This role involves assisting in the

operating room , providing inpatient and outpatient care, and coordinating surgical cases. Key Responsibilities: Surgical Assistance:

Assist in

emergent and scheduled procedures , including: Craniotomy External Ventricular Drain (EVD) placement VP shunt revision Myelomeningocele repair Tumor biopsy/resection Wound revision Bedside Procedures:

Perform

CSF sampling from EVD, VP shunt tapping, dressing changes, suture/staple removals, and drain removals . Inpatient Care:

Conduct

daily rounds on inpatient consults , coordinating the care plan with the

surgeon and primary team . Outpatient Clinic: Clinic every Thursday, 9 AM - Noon (may extend longer) . Independently see patients and coordinate with the surgeon as needed. Follow up on

imaging, test results, and scheduling . Surgical Coordination:

Manage and

schedule OR cases

(both

emergent and scheduled ), ensuring seamless communication with the

surgeon s office . Schedule & Work Environment: Work Hours:

Monday Friday,

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM . On-Call:

No on-call responsibilities. Patient Load:

Variable. Support Staff:

Work alongside

Clinic Nurse . Qualifications: Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) . Experience in pediatric neurosurgery, neurology, or surgical specialties preferred . Proficiency in

EPIC EMR

(same system for clinic and hospital).