Neurosurgery NP/PA

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Neurosurgery NP/PA

PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network with two hospitals, numerous outpatient medical offices with more than 170 Physicians and Advanced Practice Professionals, a multispecialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer and emergency services. Our leadership is dedicated to putting patients first—a cornerstone of our mission, vision and values—as we deliver top-quality healthcare. From our extensive facilities in Whittier, Downey and Los Angeles, PIH Health serves more than two million residents in Los Angeles and Orange Counties and throughout the San Gabriel Valley

The Neurosurgery NP/PA will work closely with the supervising physician to perform histories, physical exams, pre and postoperative care, patient education, and discharge. The Neurosurgery Practitioner also will serve as first assistant in surgery, hospital rounding, ED rounding, developing postoperative treatment and discharge plans including but not limited to teaching patient self-care techniques.

Beyond the benefits that come with working for the area's leading community healthcare provider – one that also recognizes the need to ensure patient safety and comfort – you'll enjoy an extremely competitive compensation and benefits package.  We are an equal opportunity employer and seek diversity in our workforce.   EOE M/F/D/V

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Required Skills

1. Demonstrated expertise in neurosurgery care: Knowledgeable regarding Nurse Practitioner/PA scope of practice.
2. Able to communicate effectively to patients and families, staff, and peers
3. Demonstrated leadership abilities.
4. Excellent customer service skills.
5. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal and conflict resolution abilities.
6. Independent performer.

Required Experience

• Current California Nurse Practitioner or PA License

• Graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant program

• One to three (1-3) years direct patient care clinical experience.

• One to three (1-3) years of neurosurgery assist experience

• Evidence of continuing education and self-development to support license requirements