Inpatient Neurosurgery - Physician Assistant Specialty Care III (Dual Posted with JobID 59201)

About the role

This individual will act as a physician extender for the collaborating surgeons in the Neurosurgery Department. This is a dual posting with job ID 59201. Only one position will be filled between both postings, depending on the qualifications of the final candidate.

Responsibilities

• Independently providing assistance in a multidisciplinary practice for adult patient populations
• Perform essential patient care functions, which include diagnosing and treating neurosurgical surgical patients in the clinic
• 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

Minimum Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduation certificate from an AMA accredited physician assistant program, including national certification as a physician assistant by the NCCPA
• Possession of a current Missouri license to practice as a licensed Physician Assistant or eligible to be licensed

Schedule

• Monday through Friday – 10hr shifts 4 days per week

Benefits

• Hiring bonus
• Relocation assistance
• Optional weekend shift coverage at $125 per hour
• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Retirement
• Paid time off
• Short- and long-term disability
• Paid parental leave
• Paid caregiver leave
• Educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses

Pay

• Salary Range: $108,971.20 - $177,590.40 annually
• Grade: PAT - 014
• University Title: PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT SPEC CARE III

Application Materials

In addition to the Online Application, please provide a Resume/CV.

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!