Neurosurgery PA

PIH Health, a leading nonprofit regional healthcare network, is seeking a Neurosurgery NP/PA to join our team. With more than 310 days of sunshine and a vibrant, diverse community of over 3 million people, PIH Health serves residents across Los Angeles, Orange Counties and the San Gabriel Valley, offering top-quality care at our hospitals and outpatient centers. Our commitment to patient safety, comfort, and excellence in care is at the heart of everything we do.

Why You’ll Love it Here: 

• You’re Empowered to Lead: Our advanced practice providers are trusted leaders in patient care. We give you autonomy, respect, and the tools you need to succeed.
• Surgical Innovation: Be part of a neurosurgery team that utilizes state-of-the-art technology and cutting-edge techniques.
• Collaborative Culture: Work in a collegial environment where physicians, APPs, nurses, and staff collaborate seamlessly to deliver patient-centered care.
• Work-Life Balance: While this is a dynamic and fast-paced role, we value your time and well-being—ensuring you're supported both personally and professionally
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, medical/dental/vision coverage, retirement plans, CME allowance, generous PTO, and more.

Why You’ll Love the Area: 

The area offers the perfect balance of suburban charm and urban convenience. Nestled just a short drive from both Los Angeles and Orange Counties, it provides easy access to world-class dining, entertainment, and cultural attractions. Its central location means you can enjoy a morning hike in the mountains, relax on the beach by the afternoon or a day at Disneyland. With a friendly community, great schools, and a variety of parks and outdoor activities, Whittier is an ideal place to live, work, and play.

Why PIH Health?

PIH Health is a nonprofit regional healthcare network with three hospitals, 100 outpatient medical offices, 7 Urgent Care Centers, and a medical foundation employing over 500 physicians and mid-level providers. Our organization is home to more than 7,500 compassionate and dedicated employees. PIH Health has earned recognition as one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals, a testament to our commitment to providing exceptional care to our community. 

Our leadership is dedicated to putting patients first—a cornerstone of our mission, vision and values.

EOE M/F/D/V

At PIH Health, you're not just another staff member- your part of a close-knit, dedicated family committed to providing exceptional care.  If you're looking for a place to grow, make an impact, and join a team that truly values you, we'd love to have you on board.

POSITION SUMMARY:

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.

Required Skills

• Demonstrated expertise in neurosurgery care: Knowledgeable regarding Nurse Practitioner/PA scope of practice.
• Able to communicate effectively to patients and families, staff, and peers
• Demonstrated leadership abilities.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal and conflict resolution abilities
• Independent performer.
• Talking or hearing essential to communicate with patients and staff.
• Good communication skills; read, speaks and writes English fluently.
• Bilingual skills in Spanish/Chinese preferred.

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