Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Neurosurgery (Functional Focus)

Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner – Neurosurgery (Functional Focus)
Location: Quincy, Illinois
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview:
A leading neurosurgical practice is seeking a dedicated and highly motivated mid-level provider (PA-C or NP) to work in a one-on-one, collaborative role with a neurosurgeon specializing in functional neurosurgery and neuromodulation procedures. This dynamic position offers a balanced mix of outpatient, inpatient, and operative responsibilities in a highly specialized clinical environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Outpatient Care:
Conduct patient evaluations, pre-operative assessments, and post-operative follow-ups
Educate patients and families on treatment options, surgical procedures, and recovery expectations
Support office-based procedures including wound care and suture removal
Assist with programming and ongoing management of neuromodulation devices

Inpatient Care:
Manage neurosurgical patients in collaboration with the neurosurgeon and inpatient teams
Perform daily rounds, coordinate care, and document clinical progress
Participate in neurosurgical consultations

Operative Support:
Serve as first assist in the operating room
Support advanced surgical procedures including stereotactic techniques, intraoperative monitoring, and device implantation

Coordination & Communication:
Act as a liaison between patients, the surgeon, referring providers, and healthcare teams
Promote continuity of care across clinical settings

Qualifications:
Current licensure as a Physician Assistant (PA-C) or Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Board certification through NCCPA or an accredited NP board
Prior experience in neurosurgery, surgical specialties, or neurology strongly preferred
Demonstrated interest or experience in functional neurosurgery and neuromodulation
Strong communication, procedural, and clinical decision-making skills
Ability to function independently while remaining team-oriented

Why Join This Team:
This is a rare opportunity to become deeply involved in a highly specialized area of neurosurgery and work closely with a single neurosurgeon in a mentoring, collaborative setting. You'll gain hands-on experience in functional neurosurgery, a growing and innovative subspecialty, while working in a practice that values teamwork, clinical excellence, and innovation in patient care.

About the Location – Quincy, Illinois:
Quincy is a charming and vibrant city nestled along the Mississippi River in western Illinois. Known for its historic architecture, scenic bluffs, and strong arts community, Quincy offers an exceptional quality of life with a welcoming, small-town feel and urban amenities.

Community Highlights:
Beautiful Victorian-era neighborhoods and riverfront parks
Ranked as one of the top 10 best hometowns in America
Highly rated public and private schools
Two institutions of higher education: a public 2-year college and a private 4-year university
Strong local economy and low unemployment rate
Fine dining, cultural events, and extensive outdoor recreational opportunities

Travel & Accessibility:
2 hours from St. Louis
3.5 hours from Kansas City
4 hours from Chicago
Daily flights to Chicago and St. Louis via local regional airport
Two daily Amtrak round trips to Chicago