Advanced Practice Provider - Neurosurgery - High Point

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Neurosurgery Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our Wake Forest Health Network Neurology - High Point team in High Point, NC. The APP will work closely with neurosurgeons to provide high-quality patient care, including pre-operative and post-operative management, conducting patient assessments, assisting in surgeries, and managing follow-up care. The ideal candidate will have experience in neurosurgery or a related field and be able to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

The Wake Forest Health Network is a physician-led, non-faculty multispecialty group practice affiliated with Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist. We foster a supportive and collaborative environment where teamwork is valued, and every member plays a vital role in our success. We boast a team-oriented culture that encourages open communication and partnership to provide exceptional patient care within our facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and consultations
• Assist in neurosurgical procedures and surgeries
• Manage post-operative care, including wound care and patient follow-up
• Collaborate with the neurosurgical team to develop treatment plans
• Educate patients and families on surgical procedures, recovery, and follow-up care
• Participate in hospital rounds and outpatient clinics

What You’ll Do: 

As a valued member of our healthcare team, the PA/NP will play a key role in team-focused patient care, conducting thorough examinations and evaluations in medical/surgical settings. Responsibilities include:

1. Using medical decision-making skills to determine appropriate patient care plan.
2. Collaborates with medical team when needed for effective team-based care.
3. Order and interpret laboratory studies and diagnostic procedures. Explains the necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of scheduled diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to the patient.
4. Procedural skills per department or practice guidelines.
5. Opportunity to participate in basic science and clinical research projects.
6. Potential for and encouraged to precept students and/or medical learners.
7. Uphold AHWFB missions, values, and cultural commitment. 
8. Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

The clinician functions under the regulatory mandate from their respective licensing organization (North Carolina Medical Board or North Carolina Board of Nursing) with departmental specific credentialing from the institution.

Physician Assistant (PA) Requirements: 

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant Program; Master's Degree preferred
• Current North Carolina Medical Board Medical License, Certified by NCCPA
• Minimum of one year of experience in a primary care or urgent/emergent care environment
• Current American Heart Association or Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) is required to start
• Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and Department of Public Safety (DPS) registration, for prescription writing is required to start

Nurse Practitioner (NP) Requirements:

• Graduation from accredited Nurse Practitioner Master's Program, Master’s degree or higher required
• Current North Carolina Board of Nursing Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner license
• Board certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner by AANP or ANCC
• Minimum of one year of experience in a primary care or urgent/emergent care environment
• Current American Heart Association or Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) is required to start
• Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and Department of Public Safety (DPS) registration, for prescription writing is required to start

What We Have to Offer:

• CME Reimbursement: Receive up to $2,500 for Continuing Medical Education.
• Work/Life Balance: Enjoy flexible working hours.
• Generous PTO: Accrual starts at 25 days/year, to be used for vacations, sickness, holidays, and personal matters.
• Career Growth & Stability: Experience a rewarding career with ample opportunities for advancement and stability, supported by a consistently high patient volume.

Where You’ll Live: 

The picturesque cities of North Carolina’s Piedmont Triad region are ranked among US News & World Report’s Top 50 Best Places to Live and Top 40 Best Places to Retire in 2023.  This includes: