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Neurosurgery - Surgical Physician Assistant

Lakewood, Colorado

St Anthony Hospital

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  • Employment Type: Full Time
  • Department: Neurology
  • Hours/Pay Period: 80

The posted compensation range of $55.00 - $80.35 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Requisition ID 2025-442324 Employment Type Full Time Hours/Pay Period 80 Provider Advanced Provider Provider Type Physician Assistant (PA) Speciality Neurology Bonuses Offered Productivity, Quality, Relocation, Sign-on Loan Repayment None Visa Sponsorship Not Applicable Remote No Category Advanced Practice Recruiter Name Lanetta Shields Recruiter Email lanetta.shields@commonspirit.org Travel No Shift Day

Job Details

Job Summary and Responsibilities

We are seeking a dedicated Surgical APP to support our high-volume neurosurgical practice. This role offers a balanced mix of responsibilities, including first assisting in the operating room, patient rounds, and clinic duties. As part of a cohesive team comprising three surgeons, clinical APPs, inpatient APPs, and surgical APPs, you will play a pivotal role in patient care and surgical support.  This specific role would be working with one surgeon and two surgical APPs, with a primary spine focus.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide first assist in neurosurgical procedures, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.

  • Conduct patient rounds in the ICU and inpatient units, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

  • Manage a diverse clinic schedule, including new consults, established follow ups, pre and post-operative follow ups.

  • Participate in on-call rotations, covering nights and weekends, with associated compensation.

  • Contribute to the development and implementation of patient care protocols and quality improvement initiatives.


Job Requirements

In addition to bringing your whole self to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following:

  • 2 years Surgical expereince 
  • Master's degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies.

  • Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in [State].

  • Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association required; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) preferred.

  • Previous experience in neurosurgery or surgical settings is advantageous.

  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Ideal Candidate Attributes:

  • Collaborative and adaptable, with a commitment to patient-centered care.

  • Proactive in identifying and addressing patient care needs.

  • Excellent communication skills, fostering positive relationships with patients and team members.

  • Resilient and capable of managing the demands of a high-acuity setting.

Physical Requirements - Medium Work - (Exert up to 50lbs force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs frequently, and/or up to 10lbs constantly)


Where You'll Work

At CommonSpirit Mountain Region, we believe in the healing power of humanity and serving the common good through our dedicated work and shared mission to celebrate humankindness. 

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Success Profile

What makes a successful Neurosurgery - Surgical Physician Assistant at St Anthony Hospital?

  • Compassionate
  • Trustworthy
  • Proactive
  • Collaborative
  • Communicator
  • Balanced

Our Total Reward Offerings

At CommonSpirit Health, we believe investing in our team members lets them know they truly matter. Your Total Rewards package includes compensation, benefits, retirement, wellness, leave, and other programs.

  • Pay and Recognition

  • Balanced Life

  • Well-Being

  • Professional Growth

  • Financial Future

  • Dependent Care

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

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CommonSpirit Health™ is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, please click here.

CommonSpirit Health™ will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c). External hires must pass a post-offer, pre-employment background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with an arrest and/or conviction will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, ban the box laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by telephone at (415) 438-5575 and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). CommonSpirit Health™ participates in E-Verify.