Inpatient Neurosurgery - Physician Assistant Specialty Care III (Dual Posted with Job ID: 61343)

Hiring Department

Department of Neurosurgery

Job Description

This is a dual posting with job ID 61343. The final title will depend on the qualifications of the final candidate.

The Department of Neurosurgery is pleased to announce the opening of a Nurse Practitioner - Specialty Care III. 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 inpatient setting, clinic, or operating room as needed.
• 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.

Up to $25,000 sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, optional weekend shift bonus of $125 per hour in addition to base salary.

Shift

Monday through Friday – 10hr shifts 4 days per week

Minimum Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree is required Credentials: Required Licensure or Certification Additional Training: Physician Assistant Candidates must possess graduation certificate from an AMA accredited physician assistant program, including national certification, as a physician assistant by the NCCPA is required.
• Possession of a current Missouri license to practice as a licensed Physician Assistant or eligible to be licensed.
• Anticipated Hiring Range Salary Range: $130,000 - $177,000 annually Grade: PAT - 014 University Title: PHYS AST SPEC CARE III Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.
• Application Materials In addition to the Online Application, please provide Resume/CV.
• Sponsorship Information Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Community Information Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests.
• Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers.
• Located on Interstate 70 and U.S.
• Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation.
• Just a couple hours’ drive from St.
• Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living.
• Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year.
• If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!
• Benefit Eligibility This position is eligible for University benefits.
• As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.
• For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.