Atlantic Brain and Spine

Neurosurgical Physician Assistant Opening

Atlantic Brain and Spine is seeking a Physician Assistant (or SFA-NP) motivated to learn new skills and take on the challenge of continuing to reinforce and build a solid practice platform with our experienced neurosurgeons. Our growing practice employs 6 neurosurgeons, 11 Physician Assistants/Nurse Practitioners.

What sets our practice apart? The makeup of our surgical group includes the only endovascular neurosurgeon in our region, a world leader in lateral access exposures, and one of the top robotic lateral spine surgeons in the country also assisting with robotic improvement projects. Our surgeons have ongoing exposure to new ideas, equipment and technique advancements, and embrace the challenge to be on the cutting edge of neurosurgical technology.

Who is a good fit? This job is fast paced and requires a candidate willing to take on the challenge of learning the specifics of Endovascular Neurosurgery both on and off the job during their introductory period. Call requires 48- or 72-hour rotation (M/T; W/R; F/S/S), with additional compensation per day. Candidates should be invested in patient satisfaction and providing a good customer service model. New graduates welcome to apply. The ideal candidate will work to maintain constant communication with their attending, being an integral piece in executing the patient’s plan of care.

Work Schedule: Full-time. M-F and 1 weekend every 6 weeks /1:6 Call ratio

Required Qualifications:

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program
Current Board Certification
Current North Carolina License Preferred
Critical Care training/experience
Desired knowledge/experience Neurosurgery/Neurology/Orthopedic Spine Surgery
Current prescribing privileges including a DEA license for controlled substances
Competent in viewing MRI, CT, radiology films used during the medical decision-making process

Practice Requirements:

Hospital arrival by 6:45 am M-F plus call days
Surgery Schedule 2-3 days per week
Clinic days 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, 2-3 days per week; close early on Fridays.
Primary Call: Responsible for taking first call, patient consults, and acting as surgical first assist. Must be within a 30-minute travel radius when on call to NHRMC

Benefits:

Health Insurance
Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k)
Voluntary benefits
CME allowance
Dues & Memberships
PTO

Full Time Front Desk

Role and Responsibilities

The medical office assistant will have a minimum of one-year experience and be an integral part of the patient care team. This is a full-time position, and will handle the use of confidential information. This position will cross cover between check-in and check-out. Primary duties are as follows:

Greet patients and visitors, in person or on the telephone
Registration of patient accounts
Process outgoing referrals
Scheduling of patient appointments
Payment collections and postings
Optimizes patient’s satisfaction, provider time and treatment room utilization by scheduling appointments
Notifying providers and clinical staff of patient’s arrival
Scanning medical records in the EMR, including but not limited to paper documents and CD images
Protects patient’s rights by maintaining confidentiality of personal and financial information
Maintain the cleanliness of the reception area
Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications and Education Requirements

High School Degree or GED required; and one year of customer service experience. Excellent customer service skills, strong written and verbal communication skills required.

Preferred Skills

One-year of medical front office experience a plus. Associates degree preferred.

Salary: $14.00 – $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

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