Advanced Practice Neurosurg Opening in Pinehurst NC
Updated 10/16/26
Pinehurst, North Carolina, United States
Physician Assistant
Allergy/Immunology
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MPAS/MHS/MMSc/MPH
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
Neurosurgery Physician Assistant opening in North Carolina
Full time
Pinehurst, NC
Position Highlights
* Join a highly respected, full-service Neurosurgery program in Pinehurst, North Carolina.
* Practice within a collaborative program supported through an academic partnership with a leading university Department of Neurosurgery.
* Work alongside experienced Neurosurgeons, Physician Assistants, nurses, and dedicated clinical support staff.
* Diverse role combining surgical first assist, inpatient rounding, and outpatient clinic consultations.
* Full-time, hospital-employed position with a balanced Monday–Friday schedule plus shared call.
* High level of APP autonomy with the opportunity to independently manage assigned patients.
* Excellent opportunity for an experienced Neurosurgery or Orthopedic PA seeking a combination of OR, inpatient, and outpatient responsibilities.
* Collegial, team-oriented environment focused on clinical quality, professional development, and work-life balance.
Clinical Responsibilities
* Serve as first assist in neurosurgical procedures and provide perioperative support to attending Neurosurgeons.
* Evaluate and manage neurosurgical patients in the inpatient and outpatient settings.
* Perform daily inpatient rounds and monitor postoperative patient recovery.
* Conduct new and established patient evaluations, including histories, physical examinations, and neurological assessments.
* Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with supervising Neurosurgeons.
* Order and interpret appropriate laboratory studies, imaging, and diagnostic testing.
* Provide preoperative evaluations, patient education, and postoperative follow-up.
* Manage medications, orders, discharge planning, and continuity of care.
* Respond to inpatient consultations and assist with acute neurosurgical patient needs.
* Coordinate care with Neurology, Critical Care, Emergency Medicine, Orthopedics, Rehabilitation, and other specialty teams.
* Participate in shared call coverage.
* Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
* Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and departmental initiatives.
Compensation & Benefits
* Competitive base salary.
* Annual retention incentive.
* Relocation allowance.
* Paid time off.
* Paid parental leave.
* $2,500 annual CME allowance plus dedicated CME days.
* Reimbursement for professional licensure and DEA.
* Comprehensive health, life, and disability benefits.
* Retirement options including 401(a), 403(b) with employer match, and 457(b).
* Paid malpractice insurance with tail coverage.
* Complimentary fitness center membership.
* Comprehensive provider well-being resources.
Qualifications
* Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
* Current NCCPA certification.
* 2+ years of Neurosurgery or Orthopedic experience strongly preferred.
* Previous operating room and surgical first-assist experience strongly preferred.
* Solid clinical knowledge of neurosurgical and/or orthopedic conditions.
* Ability to independently manage assigned patients within a busy clinical environment with minimal physician oversight.
* Current or eligible North Carolina PA license.
* North Carolina DEA registration or ability to obtain.
* Current BLS certification.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
* Ability to demonstrate a high degree of clinical initiative, judgment, and independent decision-making.
Practice & Health System Highlights
* Full-service Neurosurgery program with strong academic collaboration and multidisciplinary support.
* Practice within a financially stable, private, not-for-profit healthcare network consisting of four hospitals and approximately 546 beds.
* Access to advanced specialty and subspecialty resources comparable to those available at larger academic medical centers.
* Strong capabilities across Neurosurgery, Integrated Neurosciences, Cardiac Surgery, Orthopedics, Oncology, and Rehabilitation.
* Organization committed to surgical quality, patient safety, clinical innovation, and provider support.
Community Highlights
* Live and work in Pinehurst, North Carolina, known for its exceptional quality of life, safety, and Southern charm.
* Enjoy a temperate four-season climate with year-round outdoor recreation.
* Pinehurst, Southern Pines, and Aberdeen offer restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and family-friendly amenities.
* Known as the Home of American Golf, with world-renowned courses and the USGA’s second headquarters.
* Neighboring Southern Pines offers extensive equestrian facilities, riding centers, and outdoor recreation.
* Convenient access to larger North Carolina metropolitan areas while maintaining the benefits of a relaxed, close-knit community.
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