Neurosurgery
Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner
Advance Practice Provider (APP)
The Department of Neurosurgery at UMass Memorial Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our growing team. We welcome and support caregivers to join us in our relentless pursuit of healing.
The Department :
- In the Division of Neurological Surgery at UMass Memorial Medical Center, we provide comprehensive, state-of-the-art care to patients suffering from diseases of the spine and brain.
- UMass Memorial Medical Center : University Campus is a level-1 Trauma Center and a certified comprehensive Stroke Center of Excellence to treat acute stroke and cerebral aneurysms
Position Responsibilities include :
Work collaboratively with our well-established team of eight neurosurgeons, residents and APPsFocused care for Neurosurgical Adult / Pediatric patients in the ED, ICU and acute care floorsProvide continuity of patient care by facilitating and coordinating communication between the health care team, the patient, and the patient's family.Once fully trained, perform neurosurgical consultations, minor / major procedures as needed, pre and post-op care in collaboration with APP team, Neurosurgery residents and Neurosurgery attendings.Opportunity to work in outpatient setting as well as assist with outpatient management such as, patient inquiries, imaging follow up, referrals and occasional clinic coverage.Opportunities for OR coverage as needed, but not required / frequent.Outstanding orientation is provided, will consider new graduates.This is a full-time position. Mixed days / nights, 12hr shifts and 1 : 3 weekend rotation.Position Qualifications :
Acute Care / Critical Care clinical experience a plus, but not required.Master or Doctoral degree from an NP or PA accredited program and board certification is required.Massachusetts State License, State Controlled Substances Registration and Federal DEA Controlled Substance required.