A Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant is sought to join a collaborative Neurosurgery and Orthopedic Spine team in Wenatchee, Washington. This full-time position offers a dynamic blend of inpatient, outpatient, emergency department, and operating room responsibilities while working alongside experienced neurosurgeons in a comprehensive spine and neurosurgery program.
Full-time employed position
Day/Evening schedule
Inpatient and outpatient practice
Operating room and clinic responsibilities
On-call participation
Practice Highlights
Provide comprehensive neurosurgical and orthopedic spine care
Perform new patient evaluations, post-operative follow-up, and hospital consultations
Assist in the operating room with:
Craniotomies
Spinal procedures and instrumentation
Intrathecal Baclofen pump placement
Microscopic procedures
Perform wound closures and postoperative management
Assist with VP shunt evaluation and reprogramming
Place and manage ventricular/ICP monitors and lumbar drains
Conduct daily inpatient rounds, including ICU patients
Assist with discharge planning and discharge summaries
Evaluate emergency department and inpatient consults
Prescribe medications and perform procedures within scope of practice
Cross-train to support all surgeons within the department
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive hourly compensation: $68.27
82.21/hour
Additional compensation opportunities through call pay and extra shifts
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Paid time off
Generous retirement plans
Life insurance
Long-term disability coverage
Gym membership discount
Tuition reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Adoption assistance
Community Highlights
Wenatchee offers an exceptional quality of life in the heart of Central Washington, surrounded by mountains, rivers, orchards, and year-round outdoor recreation.
Beautiful mountain and river scenery
World-class hiking, skiing, biking, fishing, and boating
Affordable lifestyle with family-friendly neighborhoods
Strong sense of community
Four-season outdoor recreation
Easy access to Seattle and Spokane
Ideal balance of career and lifestyle
Qualifications
Nurse Practitioner:
Active Washington RN and ARNP license with prescriptive authority (required by start date)
Physician Assistant:
Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program with active Washington PA licensure (required by start date)
Current BLS (CPR) certification
Neurosurgery or orthopedic spine experience preferred
Strong clinical judgment and procedural skills
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care