Neurosurgery Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant opening in North CarolinaHickory, North CarolinaFull timeAn established regional healthcare system in Hickory, North Carolina is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join its hospital-employed Neurosurgery team. This full-time opportunity offers a diverse clinical role working alongside Neurosurgeons and an Orthopedic Oncologist, with responsibilities spanning the operating room, outpatient clinic, and inpatient setting. The incoming provider will spend two days per week assisting in surgery and three days providing clinic coverage, while also participating in daily inpatient rounding. Advanced Practice Providers play an important role in evaluating new patients and coordinating comprehensive surgical care. With competitive compensation, productivity incentives, and the resources of a 355-bed regional medical center, this position is ideal for an APP with prior surgical experience seeking a rewarding specialty practice near Charlotte and Asheville.Position HighlightsFull-time, hospital-employed Neurosurgery NP or PA opportunityJoin an established surgical group with physicians and APPsWork alongside Neurosurgeons and an Orthopedic OncologistTwo days per week as first assist in the operating roomThree days per week providing outpatient clinic coverageDaily inpatient rounding responsibilitiesAPPs evaluate all new patientsCombination of surgical, inpatient, and outpatient carePrevious surgical APP experience requiredCollaborative physician and APP practice environmentAccess to the resources of a 355-bed regional medical centerCompetitive base salary plus wRVU productivity incentivesSign-on bonus and relocation assistanceStudent loan repayment assistanceComprehensive benefits packageClinical ResponsibilitiesServe as first assist during Neurosurgery and other assigned surgical proceduresProvide outpatient evaluations for new and established patientsConduct patient histories and physical examinationsPerform daily inpatient rounds and monitor postoperative recoveryAssist with preoperative evaluations and surgical preparationCoordinate postoperative care and follow-up appointmentsEvaluate patients with neurological and spine-related conditionsOrder and interpret appropriate laboratory testing and diagnostic studiesDevelop treatment plans in collaboration with supervising surgeonsProvide patient education regarding surgical procedures, recovery, and ongoing careCoordinate care with nursing staff, rehabilitation services, and other specialistsMaintain accurate and timely clinical documentationPractice Environment & ScheduleHospital-employed Neurosurgery practiceEstablished team of surgeons and Advanced Practice ProvidersCollaboration with Neurosurgeons and an Orthopedic OncologistTwo operating room days per weekThree outpatient clinic days per weekDaily inpatient roundingAPPs responsible for initial evaluations of new patientsCombination of preoperative, postoperative, and ongoing specialty careAccess to hospital-based surgical and diagnostic resourcesSupportive clinical and administrative environmentSpecific daily hours and call expectations available during the interview processCompensation & BenefitsCompetitive base salarywRVU productivity bonusSign-on bonusRelocation assistanceStudent loan repayment assistancePaid time offRetirement planComprehensive health and wellness benefitsCME allowance and dedicated CME daysPaid professional liability and malpractice coverageMarketing and practice growth assistanceAdditional recruitment package details available during the interview processQualificationsGraduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant programCurrent or eligible North Carolina NP or PA licensureAppropriate national certificationPrevious surgical APP experience requiredExperience assisting in the operating roomNeurosurgery, Orthopedic Surgery, or other relevant surgical specialty experience beneficialStrong clinical assessment and procedural skillsComfortable managing patients in inpatient and outpatient settingsAbility to provide comprehensive preoperative and postoperative careExcellent communication and multidisciplinary collaboration abilitiesCommitment to high-quality, patient-centered surgical careAbout the HospitalThis established 355-bed regional acute care hospital serves Hickory and surrounding communities throughout western North Carolina.355-bed acute care medical centerComprehensive inpatient and outpatient healthcare servicesEstablished Neurosurgery and surgical specialty programsAccess to hospital-based operating rooms and diagnostic resourcesCollaborative physician and Advanced Practice Provider teamsMultidisciplinary surgical and postoperative care servicesRegional healthcare services supporting Hickory and surrounding communitiesCommitment to accessible, high-quality patient careAbout Hickory, North CarolinaHickory is a welcoming community in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, offering a blend of outdoor recreation, affordable living, and convenient access to several major North Carolina cities.Approximately one hour from CharlotteApproximately one hour from AshevilleConvenient access to Winston-SalemScenic location near the Blue Ridge MountainsAccess to Lake Hickory for boating, fishing, and waterfront recreationExcellent hiking, biking, and outdoor activitiesHistoric downtown with local restaurants, shopping, and entertainmentStrong local arts, culture, and furniture-making heritageFamily-friendly neighborhoods and attractive housing optionsConvenient access to regional airports and metropolitan amenitiesWelcoming community with an excellent quality of lifeAn excellent opportunity for an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant seeking a balanced surgical and clinical role, two operating room days weekly, three clinic days, collaborative Neurosurgery support, competitive compensation, and an attractive quality of life near Charlotte and Asheville.
