NorthBay Health is seeking a Physician Assistant to join our expanding Neurosurgery program in Fairfield, CA. This position offers a unique mix of inpatient, outpatient, surgical, and critical care responsibilities while working alongside a collaborative team of Neurosurgeons specializing in complex spine and cranial procedures.
Practice Highlights
- Rotating 4-day, 10-hour schedule (7:00 AM to 5:00 PM)
- No nights, weekends, or call
- Level II Trauma Center
- 80% Spine | 20% Cranial Neurosurgery
- OR First Assist opportunities
- ICU, OR, inpatient, and outpatient clinic experience
Key Responsibilities
- Perform patient assessments, histories, and physical examinations.
- Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with Neurosurgeons.
- Order, interpret, and communicate diagnostic tests and imaging results.
- Manage inpatient consults, admissions, rounds, and discharge planning.
- Conduct pre-operative, post-operative, and follow-up clinic visits.
- Serve as First Assist during neurosurgical procedures.
- Provide patient and family education regarding treatment and recovery.
- Coordinate care with physicians, nursing staff, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation and orders.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and patient care planning.
Why NorthBay Health
- NorthBay Health is a locally governed, nonprofit health system serving Napa, Solano, and Yolo counties. Our organization includes:
- Two acute-care hospitals (including a Level II Trauma Center)
- A Level III NICU maternity program
- A comprehensive cancer center
- Expanding network of primary and specialty care clinics
We are nationally recognized for quality, including Magnet with Distinction designation for nursing excellence and multiple U.S. News & World Report high-performing ratings.
At NorthBay, you'll find a culture grounded in our True NORTH values:
Nurture Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust, and Hardwire Excellence
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
- Current California PA license and NCCPA certification.
- BLS and ACLS certifications.
- 2 years of Neurosurgery experience required within the last 24 months
New Graduates also welcome to apply!
Compensation
$93.08 - $113.15 per hour
Compensation is determined based on directly related experience. Maximum rates reflect providers with 20 or more years of applicable PA experience.