OverviewIn 2020 united in a fierce commitment to deliver the highest quality care and exceptional patient experience Virginia Mason and CHI Franciscan Health came together as natural partners to build a new health system centered around the patient: Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. Our combined system builds upon the scale and expertise of our nearly 300 sites of care including 11 hospitals and nearly 5000 physicians and providers. Together we are empowered to make an even greater impact on the health and well-being of our communities.#HECResponsibilitiesNeurosurgery ARNP or Physician AssistantFTE: 0.75Advanced Practice ProviderTacoma, WAWe are seeking an experienced Advanced Practice Provider (ARNP or PA) to join our Neurosurgery practice in the Franciscan Medical Group. Join a group of highly respected neurosurgeons and APPs (ARNPs/Physician Assistants) based at St. Joseph Medical Center in Tacoma.This new APP will provide medical services and contribute to the design and delivery of high quality, cost effective, values- based patient care for our patients under the supervision of Neurosurgeons and team Medical Director. Clinic based with hospital rounding duties, working 3-4 days per week.St. Joseph Medical Center provides state of the art resources including Stryker Navigation, Medtronic Stealth, Leksell Gamma Knife, and Neuro ICU-PCU units. The medical community has an excellent network of neuroscience physicians including neurologists, anesthesiologists, critical care physicians, ED physicians, and PM&R specialists. There is superb radiology support including seven neuroradiologists and two highly skilled neurointerventional radiologists who treat complex neurovascular conditions. A comprehensive trauma team admits and cares for trauma patients with neurosurgical consultation. We have a close working relationship with the orthopedic spine surgeons in our community. We do not treat children, as they are cared for at a pediatric hospital outside of our system.QualificationsRequired Education:
Bachelor’s and Masters (ARNP or PA-C)
Completion of an accredited two (2) year physician's assistant program or accredited ARNP program required.
Experience:
At least 1-2 years of Advanced Practice Provider experience
Required License/Certification:
Washington State License.
National certification required.
BLS/CPR certification.
Pay Range$63.11 - $80.26 /hourWe are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
