About this opportunity
CommonSpirit Health lists this Surgery - Neurosurgery Physician Assistant opportunity in colorado springs, Colorado. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As our Physician Assistant, you will assume responsibility and accountability for providing comprehensive care, support, and education to patients and their families throughout their medical care process. Your role is pivotal in guiding patients through their healthcare journey.
Every day, you will participate as a key member of the team, diligently working to identify and meet the physical and emotional needs of each patient. You will utilize a collaborative, multi-disciplinary approach to patient and family care, serving as an expert practitioner, educator, consultant, and researcher. You will also maintain full responsibility for job performance specifications, assuming personal accountability for departmental and organizational missions and core values.
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate exceptional expertise in patient care, strong collaborative capabilities, and a profound commitment to educating patients and their families. You will seamlessly integrate into an interdisciplinary team, uphold organizational values, and consistently drive optimal patient outcomes.
Performs clinical examinations as necessary for outpatients/inpatients.
Writes orders and prescriptions.
Identifies problem list based on approved protocols, current evidencebased standards of care, and scope of practice.
Interprets and evaluates test results.
Assesses patient's physical, psychosocial, cultural, and spiritual needs.
Manages the discharge of patients with appropriate disposition, followup planning, adjunctive therapy management, and education.
Job Requirements
Required
Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program
Active Physician Assistant (PA) license or Nurse Practitioner (NP) license in the State of Colorado
Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C) certification (NCCPA) or Nurse Practitioner board certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (American Heart Association)
Preferred
2 (+) Years Of Experience In surgical departments with surgical experience
Neurosurgery and Operating Room (OR) first assist experience strongly preferred
NP candidates must have documented surgical first assist experience
Where You'll Work
About Penrose Hospital & Colorado Springs Located in the heart of downtown Colorado Springs, Penrose Hospital has been a trusted healthcare provider for the Pikes Peak region since 1890 and remains a flagship hospital within the community. Recognized for its commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, and compassionate care, Penrose offers physicians the opportunity to practice in a collaborative, high-acuity environment while serving a growing and diverse patient population.
Penrose Hospital is proudly verified as a Level I Trauma Center by the American College of Surgeons , the highest designation available for trauma care. This distinction reflects the hospital's ability to provide comprehensive trauma services-from injury prevention and emergency intervention to surgical management, critical care, rehabilitation, and recovery. Neurosurgeons benefit from access to advanced technology, multidisciplinary support, and a robust referral network throughout Southern Colorado.
For neurosurgeons seeking a rewarding practice opportunity, Penrose Hospital combines the resources of a premier regional medical center with the unmatched lifestyle benefits of Colorado Springs-making it an exceptional place to build a successful career and enjoy an outstanding quality of life.
Pay Range
$110,635 - $182,436 /year
Who can apply
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