Spine Surgery NP / PA

Location & Schedule

Location: Austin, Texas

Facility: Ascension Seton Medical Center, Dell Children's Medical Center, and Texas Spine and Scoliosis Center Clinic

Schedule: Full‑Time; Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Incentives

• $3,500 CME allowance plus 5 dedicated CME days
• Malpractice coverage with tail

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer‑matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Paid time off: pro‑rated PTO and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension‑paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well‑being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Additional perks: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you’ll make an impact

As a PA or NP in Spine Surgery, you will work closely with the surgeons to evaluate pre‑operative and post‑operative spine surgery patients in the clinic and the hospital, as well as first assist in the operating room. You will join an established team of 5 surgeons and 10 APPs. Call structure: 1/8 weekend call requirement with call pay. Practice setting: mix of both inpatient and outpatient. Employed position within a nonprofit health system.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive health care services under the supervision of a physician.
• Obtain patient history and perform assessments.
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic procedures.
• Provide and document direct treatment and management of health conditions.
• Provide counseling and education to patients and their families/caregivers concerning preventative health, treatment options, and community resources.
• Perform preventative health assessments, screenings, immunizations, and care.

Minimum Requirements

• Licensure/Certification/Registration:
  • BLS Provider obtained within 30 days of hire (American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted).
  • Licensed Physician Assistant credentialed by the Texas Medical Board prior to hire.
  • Certified Physician Assistant credentialed by the NCCPA prior to hire.
  • Advanced Life Support preferred (American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted).
• Education: Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program; Master's degree preferred.
• Work Experience: 1 year of experience preferred.

Additional Preferences

• Acute Care Certification preferred.
• RNFA required for all NP applicants.