NPPA Neurosurgery

Location: Milwaukee WI and Brookfield WI

Facility: Columbia St. Marys Hospital and Elmbrook Hospital

Schedule: Full Time

Start Bonus: $5000

CME Allowance: $2000

Relocation Allowance: $10000

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Ascension Columbia St. Marys Hospital is looking for a Neurosurgical Advanced Practice Provider for our Neurosurgery Department

This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to partner with Ascension Columbia St. Marys Hospital to provide medical services to patients.

• 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

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. Masters degree preferred.

Work Experience:

• 1 year of experience preferred.

Neurosurgery experience preferred.

Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

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Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service growth care and connection. We empower our 97000 associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare together. Recognized as one of the Best 150 Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer youll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community

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