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General Physician Assistant Job in Cooperstown, New York

Physician Assistant Neurosurgery

Company:Adelphi Staffing, LLC

Professions/Specialties:General Physician Assistant,PA - Neurosurgery

Location:Cooperstown, New York, United States

Job Type:Part-time, In-person, Temporary / Locum Tenens

Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW
  • Job Title: Physician Assistant Neurosurgery
  • Job Type: Locum Tenens
  • Location: Cooperstown, NY
  • Service Setting: Inpatient/Outpatient
  • Coverage Type: Clinical Only
  • Coverage Period: 04/15/2026 Ongoing
  • Clinical Shift Schedule: Monday Friday, 8:00a 5:00p
  • On-Call Shift Schedule: No required call; optional call available at additional compensation COVERAGE DATES
  • Starting 04/15/2026 Ongoing (one-year assignment with option to extend)

PATIENT INFORMATION
  • Patient Demographics: Adults
  • Patient Volume/Census: Varies based on elective surgery schedule
  • Admissions: Yes; ICU patients typically consults
  • Rounding: Included as clinically appropriate
  • Phone Consults: As clinically appropriate
  • Case Mix: Neurosurgery practice focused approximately 80% on spine and 20% cranial cases with a broad neurosurgical case spectrum

FACILITY INFORMATION
  • EMR System: Epic
  • Office Equipment Available: Standard neurosurgical and operating room equipment
  • Specialty Backup Available: Full-time neurosurgery attending onsite
  • Support Staff Available: APP coverage with formal sign-out for evening and weekend coverage
  • Reason for Coverage: Supplemental locum coverage

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
  • Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
  • Temporary Privileges Available: Expedited credentialing required
  • Credentialing Timeline: Approximately 120 days standard; expedited processing requested

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
  • Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered REQUIRED PROCEDURES
  • First assist in neurosurgical procedures
  • Suturing and wound management
  • Wound aspirations
  • Participation in perioperative patient management

JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • Licenses: Active New York license required or ability to obtain
  • Board: Physician Assistant certification required
  • Experience: Neurosurgery or surgical first assist experience preferred
  • Other Qualifications: Experience with Epic EMR preferred

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Assist neurosurgeon in operative cases as first assist
  • Provide preoperative and postoperative patient care
  • Participate in inpatient consults and patient evaluations
  • Collaborate with neurosurgery attending and care team
  • Document patient encounters and procedures in Epic EMR

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About Adelphi Locums Organization

Adelphi Locums specializes in placing physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and CRNAs in locum tenens assignments nationwide. They focus on matching qualified providers with healthcare facilities that need flexible, short-term coverage. The company manages all aspects of the placement process, including credentialing, licensing, travel arrangements, and payroll. Their team emphasizes building strong relationships with both clinicians and clients to ensure a smooth experience. Adelphi Locums is committed to responsive service, professionalism, and delivering high-quality care through experienced providers. Their goal is to make locum tenens work simple, reliable, and rewarding for everyone involved.

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