Surgical Physician Assistant - Port Richey, Florida

Job Description
Join a high-volume neurosurgery team at a large tertiary-care hospital, supporting four neurosurgeons and multiple advanced practice providers. You will deliver comprehensive inpatient and surgical care for adult neurosurgical patients during night shifts. The role offers a fast-track credentialing process and the opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art stroke center.

Key Details
- Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
- Setting: Hospital
- Start Date: ASAP – Ongoing
- Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 9:00 PM – 7:30 AM
- Patient Population: Adult
- Location: Port Richey, FL
- Stipends: Housing and travel options can be discussed for non-local candidates

Benefits
- Weekly direct deposit
- Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
- Supportive credentialing assistance
- Lodging and mileage reimbursement (if applicable)
- Flexible scheduling (optional if applicable)

Job Responsibilities
- Perform pre-operative assessments, intra-operative assistance, and post-operative follow-up for neurosurgical patients.
- Conduct patient exams, order and interpret diagnostic studies, and develop treatment plans in collaboration with neurosurgeons.
- Manage around-the-clock patient care needs, including urgent assessments and emergent interventions.
- Document all encounters accurately in the EMR and ensure compliance with hospital policies.
- Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and contribute to quality-improvement initiatives.

Qualifications
- Active Florida Physician Assistant license.
- Current board certification and minimum 1 year experience as an advanced practice provider in neurosurgery.
- Certifications: ACLS and BLS required; ABLS, ATLS, PALS not required.
- Ability to obtain credentialing within 0-120 days.

Working Hours
- Night shift: 9:00 PM – 7:30 AM, Monday through Thursday.
- Approx. 10 patient encounters per shift.

Skills
- Strong clinical knowledge of neurosurgical procedures and postoperative care.
- Proficiency with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and hospital information systems.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities in a high-acuity environment.
- Ability to work independently while maintaining patient safety and quality standards.