CommonSpirit Health Mountain Region
Neurosurgery - Surgical Physician Assistant
CommonSpirit Health Mountain Region, Lakewood, Colorado, United States
Welcome to CommonSpirit Health Mountain Region
CommonSpirit Health Mountain Region is committed to building healthier communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen—both inside our hospitals and out in the community. With locations throughout Colorado, Utah, and Kansas, we deliver the same high standard of care to our employees as we do to our patients. Our 20 hospitals, emergency and urgent care centers, home care and hospice, Flight for Life Colorado TM, telehealth, and over 240 physician practices and clinics offer endless opportunities! Here, you can grow your career and impact the people in the communities you serve. CommonSpirit Health is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit, faith-based health systems, with a team of over 150,000 employees and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice clinicians. CommonSpirit operates more than 2,200 care sites and 140 hospitals, serving some of the most diverse communities across the nation, letting humankindness lead the way. Overview
We are seeking a dedicated Surgical APP to support our high-volume neurosurgical practice. This role offers a balanced mix of responsibilities, including first assisting in the operating room, patient rounds, and clinic duties. As part of a cohesive team comprising three surgeons, clinical APPs, inpatient APPs, and surgical APPs, you will play a pivotal role in patient care and surgical support. This specific role involves working with one surgeon and two surgical APPs, with a primary spine focus. Key Responsibilities: Provide first assist in neurosurgical procedures, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Conduct patient rounds in the ICU and inpatient units, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Manage a diverse clinic schedule, including new consults, follow-ups, pre- and post-operative visits. Participate in on-call rotations, covering nights and weekends, with associated compensation. Contribute to the development and implementation of patient care protocols and quality improvement initiatives. Qualifications
Qualified candidates will need the following: At least 2 years of surgical experience Master's degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in [State] Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) preferred Previous experience in neurosurgery or surgical settings is advantageous Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment Ideal Candidate Attributes: Collaborative and adaptable, with a commitment to patient-centered care Proactive in identifying and addressing patient care needs Excellent communication skills, fostering positive relationships with patients and team members Resilient and capable of managing the demands of a high-acuity setting Physical Requirements: Medium Work (can exert up to 50 lbs force occasionally, 20 lbs frequently, and 10 lbs constantly) Your Connected Community
At CommonSpirit Mountain Region, we believe in the healing power of humanity and serving the common good through our dedicated work and shared mission to celebrate humankindness. Our Total Reward Offerings
Consider our generous benefits as part of your overall compensation! Our benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision 401K with generous match Daycare FSA, potentially with a company contribution Tuition Reimbursement Student Loan Forgiveness and more! View more on our benefits HERE. Pay Range
$55.00 - $80.35 per hour
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CommonSpirit Health Mountain Region is committed to building healthier communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen—both inside our hospitals and out in the community. With locations throughout Colorado, Utah, and Kansas, we deliver the same high standard of care to our employees as we do to our patients. Our 20 hospitals, emergency and urgent care centers, home care and hospice, Flight for Life Colorado TM, telehealth, and over 240 physician practices and clinics offer endless opportunities! Here, you can grow your career and impact the people in the communities you serve. CommonSpirit Health is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit, faith-based health systems, with a team of over 150,000 employees and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice clinicians. CommonSpirit operates more than 2,200 care sites and 140 hospitals, serving some of the most diverse communities across the nation, letting humankindness lead the way. Overview
We are seeking a dedicated Surgical APP to support our high-volume neurosurgical practice. This role offers a balanced mix of responsibilities, including first assisting in the operating room, patient rounds, and clinic duties. As part of a cohesive team comprising three surgeons, clinical APPs, inpatient APPs, and surgical APPs, you will play a pivotal role in patient care and surgical support. This specific role involves working with one surgeon and two surgical APPs, with a primary spine focus. Key Responsibilities: Provide first assist in neurosurgical procedures, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Conduct patient rounds in the ICU and inpatient units, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Manage a diverse clinic schedule, including new consults, follow-ups, pre- and post-operative visits. Participate in on-call rotations, covering nights and weekends, with associated compensation. Contribute to the development and implementation of patient care protocols and quality improvement initiatives. Qualifications
Qualified candidates will need the following: At least 2 years of surgical experience Master's degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in [State] Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) preferred Previous experience in neurosurgery or surgical settings is advantageous Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment Ideal Candidate Attributes: Collaborative and adaptable, with a commitment to patient-centered care Proactive in identifying and addressing patient care needs Excellent communication skills, fostering positive relationships with patients and team members Resilient and capable of managing the demands of a high-acuity setting Physical Requirements: Medium Work (can exert up to 50 lbs force occasionally, 20 lbs frequently, and 10 lbs constantly) Your Connected Community
At CommonSpirit Mountain Region, we believe in the healing power of humanity and serving the common good through our dedicated work and shared mission to celebrate humankindness. Our Total Reward Offerings
Consider our generous benefits as part of your overall compensation! Our benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision 401K with generous match Daycare FSA, potentially with a company contribution Tuition Reimbursement Student Loan Forgiveness and more! View more on our benefits HERE. Pay Range
$55.00 - $80.35 per hour
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