Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner)
Neurosurgery
UPMC Williamsport
UPMC is seeking a Full-Time Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant/PA or Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner/CRNP) to join our Neurosurgery team. This role offers a dynamic blend of outpatient clinic, inpatient rounding, and procedural support, providing a well-rounded experience in a fast-paced surgical specialty.
This is an excellent opportunity for providers who thrive in high-acuity environments, value clinical autonomy, and enjoy working within a strong, team-oriented neurosurgical program.
Schedule & Work-Life Balance
- Dayshift | Between 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
- 40 hours per week - 36 patient contact / 4 admin
- Approximately 70% outpatient clinic | 20% inpatient / rounding | 10% OR
- On call rotation
- Holidays vary
Compensation & Incentives
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Sign-on bonus available
- Annual incentive bonus opportunity
- CME: 5 days & $2,000 annually
- Robust retirement & benefits package
Why This Role Stands Out
- Work in a fast-paced neurosurgery environment with excellent variety between clinic, hospital, and procedural settings
- High level of autonomy in patient care and clinical decision-making
- Strong, collaborative team dynamic within an established neurosurgical program
- Develop advanced skills in a highly specialized field
- Be part of a team committed to high-quality outcomes and patient-centered care
What You'll Do
- Provide outpatient neurosurgical care, including evaluation and management of acute and chronic conditions
- Perform inpatient rounding and consults in collaboration with neurosurgeons
- Assist with perioperative patient management as needed
- Assess, diagnose, and develop treatment plans using evidence-based practice
- Participate in call coverage to support patient care needs
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, high-quality care
- Educate patients and families on treatment plans, procedures, and recovery expectations
- Knowledge of growth and development principles
- Ability to provide age-appropriate patient care across the lifespan
- Ability to assess patient data and deliver care per departmental policies
- Strong interpersonal, critical thinking, and clinical judgment skills with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Physical stamina and dexterity required for direct patient care
- Successful attainment and maintenance of hospital privileges, where applicable.
Licensure, Education, Certifications, and Clearances:
- Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP)
- Physician Assistant (PA)
- Graduation from an ARC‑PA–accredited Physician Assistant program
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree preferred
- Pennsylvania PA license and NCCPA certification
- Required for All APP Candidates
- CPR certification
- CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
- Successful completion of Pennsylvania clearances:
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
