Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Neurosurgery

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Job Title:

Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Neurosurgery

Cost Center:

301351196 Mfld-Neurosurgery

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

8-hour day shifts, variable days (United States of America)

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY

The Neurosurgery Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner is a skilled medical provider on the surgical care team and is qualified both academically and clinically, to assist with a variety of procedures, and provide diagnostic and therapeutic neurosurgical services to patients in the outpatient, inpatient, ambulatory, trauma, and emergency settings.  The Neurosurgery PA/NP is required to practice within their professional scope, license, and granted privileges based on one’s personal education, training, and experience. The Neurosurgery PA/NP works collaboratively with a variety of health care personnel, including physicians, nursing staff, case managers, and other health care disciplines utilizing a team approach to patient care.   

JOB QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION

For positions requiring education beyond a high school diploma or equivalent, educational

qualifications must be from an institution whose accreditation is recognized by the Council for Higher Education and Accreditation.

Minimum Required: Bachelors or Masters degree in Physician Assistant studies from an accredited PA Program or Nurse Practitioner Certification awarded by a national certifying body.

Preferred/Optional: None

EXPERIENCE

Minimum Required: None

Preferred/Optional: One year in neurological surgery, neurology, or surgical specialty.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

The following licensure(s), certification(s), registration(s), etc., are required for this position. Licenses with restrictions are subject to review to determine if restrictions are substantially related to the position.

Minimum Required:

• Active PA/NP license to practice in the practicing state of employment.
• Active PA/NP board certification.
• If NP - Current State of Wisconsin Registered Nurse License or Nurse Compact License
• Active DEA license or ability to apply for such license prior to or upon hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification AND Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) within 3 months of hire.
• Affiliated staff privileges at associated hospital may be required (varies by department/location).

Preferred/Optional: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) at time of hire.

Marshfield Clinic Health System is committed to enriching the lives of others through accessible, affordable and compassionate healthcare.  Successful applicants will listen, serve and put the needs of patients and customers first.

Exclusion From Federal Programs: Employee may not at any time have been or be excluded from participation in any federally funded program, including Medicare and Medicaid.  This is a condition of employment.  Employee must immediately notify his/her manager or the Health System’s Compliance Officer if he/she is threatened with exclusion or becomes excluded from any federally funded program.

Marshfield Clinic Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.