NP/PA Neurosurgery

Your future role at a glance

Location: Milwaukee, WI and Brookfield, WI

Facility: Columbia St. Mary's Hospital and Elmbrook Hospital

Schedule: Full Time

Start Bonus: $5,000

CME Allowance: $2,000

Relocation Allowance: $10,000

Malpractice Coverage with Tail

This job location is currently located in a Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) and/or Medically Underserved Areas/Populations (MUA/P) Shortage Designation Type

How you\u2019ll make an impact in this role

• Combination of inpatient and outpatient work. Rounding on inpatient consults and follow-ups, along with assisting with the surgeon in the OR
• Call being only one weekend a month
• Opportunity to be a part of a collaborative neuro practice that is building.
• Evaluates and treats patients with appropriate medical diagnostic and treatment skills.
• Recommends, participates in, and works to ensure the success of efforts to improve cost effectiveness and quality of care provided to patients.
• Accepts patient referrals from other physicians. Acts as admitting, attending and/or consulting physician for patients who require hospitalization for primary medical diagnoses, depending on needs of patients, medical staff and hospital.
• Participates in academic programs (e.g. medical education and research) as requested.
• Provides appropriate documentation that meets insurance company requirements; appeal all denials in a timely manner.
• Participates in inpatient and outpatient consultation for specialty, which may include on call schedules.

Why Physicians Choose Ascension

• Physician-led, collaborative culture
• Long-term practice stability
• National network with local autonomy
• Mission-centered care rooted in service

What minimum requirements you\u2019ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration: .

• Physician Assistant credentialed from the Wisconsin Medical Examining Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

• Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program. Master's degree preferred.

Work Experience:

• 1 year of experience preferred.

Neurosurgery experience preferred.

Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

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Benefits that help you thrive

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

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Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

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