Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner - Neurosurgery

Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 including 2 doses of a 2-dose series or 1 dose of a 1-dose series plus 14 days beyond the final dose prior to start date.:

Rebound is the largest orthopedic and neurosurgical practice in the Portland-Vancouver area with an array of sub-specialties including orthopedics, brain and spine care, sports medicine, physiatry, and physical therapy.

We are proud to be the team physicians for the Portland Trail Blazers, the Portland Winterhawks and several collegiate teams. This year, we are celebrating 50 years of service to our patients and the community.

We are headquartered in Southwest, Washington just across the river from Portland, Oregon and a 90-minute drive to either the beach or mountains. Hiking trails, parks, excellent schools, arts and culture, fine dining and food carts are abundant in our region.

We are looking for a full time experienced Physician Assistant of Nurse Practitioner to join our wonderful Neurosurgery team. The ideal candidate will be passionate about patient care, have excellent communication, problem solving, and decision making skills and have a demonstrated interest in neurosurgery.

This position sees patients in Portland and Vancouver.

Responsibilities: :

• Support an environment that reinforces Rebound’s mission and Core Values of; Superior Service, Teamwork, Integrity, Innovation, Quality :and Recognition.:

• Provide direct patient care to include, but not limited to, examinations, physicals, diagnosis, and documenting patient medical data and health histories.

• Perform therapeutic procedures such as injections, wound care, and managing infection.

• Provide acute and chronic care according to protocol. Monitor effective therapy.

• Administer or order appropriate diagnostic and laboratory tests. Interpret and convey test results.

• Assist with surgical and microscopic procedures within standards of care and practice guidelines. Must obtain staff privileges as necessary to assist physicians.

- Strictly adhere to pre- and post-operative protocols.

• Develop and implement appropriate care management plans.

• Triage patient phone calls to facilitate patient care delivery.

• Educate patients and families in regards to therapeutic regimens, surgery and procedures, pre and post-operative care, and other relevant information.

• Demonstrate positive and effective written and verbal communication skills with patients, families, and co-workers.

• Document clear, concise and accurate clinical information in the patient record.

• Maintain, interpret and apply basic clinical practice statistics.

• Demonstrate efficient management of time and resources. Consult with other staff as appropriate.

• Adhere to practice standards and code of ethics.

• Utilize and conduct research/inquiry appropriate to clinical setting.

• Provide leadership by serving as role model and resource.

• Attend and participate in required meetings.

• Maintain a high degree of confidentiality and abide by HIPAA rules and regulations.

Experience: :Demonstrated interest in neurosurgery/neurology/neurosciences during training or experience working in neurosurgery

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: :Communicate effectively and work collaboratively with others.

Required:

• Education:

Nurse Practitioner:: Master’s Degree in Nursing. Graduate of accredited Nurse Practitioner Program

• Certificate/License::

Nurse Practitioner: Current Washington and Oregon RN and NP License. Certified through accredited national certifying body. BLS or ACLS certified. Current DEA License. NPI required. Must comply with and be able to be fully credentialed.

• Experience: :Demonstrated interest in neurosurgery/neurology/neurosciences during training or experience working in neurosurgery

• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: :High level of clinical and operational expertise. Communicate effectively and work collaboratively with others. Analyze biopsycho-social data and make responsible decisions within the scope of a dependent medical practitioner.

We are proud to Offer::

This is a great opportunity to work in a quality organization with Top Doctors in the Northwest. At Rebound, our goal is to cultivate an organization that offers superior patient-centered medical care, with mutual respect and cooperation in a positive and supportive environment. Come join our team!