Neurology Epilepsy - Full Time NP/PA

Schedule

65% Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU), 35% outpatient clinic. May include irregular hours and/or call responsibilities.

Patient Population

Children and adults.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including neurologic evaluations.
• Diagnose and manage epilepsy and seizure disorders in collaboration with neurology and neurosurgery teams.
• Order, interpret, and manage diagnostic testing (EEG, imaging, labs).
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including medication management.
• Provide care in the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) and outpatient clinics.
• Support intake clinics to improve referral access and reduce wait times.
• Assist in evaluation and preparation of patients for epilepsy surgery.
• Educate patients and families on diagnosis, treatment plans, and self-management.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
• Collaborate in a multidisciplinary, team-based care environment.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Current NP or PA licensure in North Carolina (or eligibility).
• Current BLS certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in neurology, epilepsy, or acute/inpatient care.
• Experience working with both pediatric and adult populations.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and patient communication skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.
• Strong clinical judgment and procedural competency.
• Exceptional organization and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Flexibility to perform additional duties as needed.

Work Environment

• Collaborative, team-based care model.
• Professional, patient-focused environment.
• Combination of inpatient and outpatient clinical settings.
• Supports growth of epilepsy surgery and expanded access to specialty care.

About Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is a nationally recognized academic health system committed to clinical excellence, research, and patient-centered care. Our Epilepsy Program is focused on innovation, access, and advancing surgical and medical treatment for seizure disorders.