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Physician Assistant - Neurosurgery LOCUM - Long Term

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Palm Health Resources

Cooperstown, NY (In Person)

$260,000 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/30/2026

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Job Description

Locum Neurosurgery Physician Assistant (PA)•Cooperstown, NY (Long Term Assignment•1 year+)
Location:
Cooperstown Job Type:
Full-Time Locum Tenens Contract Length:
1 Year with Option to
Extend Start Date:
Soon as available
Schedule:
Monday•Friday, 8:00 AM•5:00
PM Call:
No required call. Optional paid call available. Position Overview Our team is seeking an experienced Neurosurgery Physician Assistant for a full-year locum assignment in Cooperstown, New York. This opportunity offers a consistent weekday schedule with optional additional compensated call coverage. The neurosurgery practice is primarily focused on spine surgery (approximately 80%) with cranial cases making up the remaining 20%. The Physician Assistant will work alongside a full-time neurosurgery attending physician and provide surgical first assist support. Responsibilities First assist in neurosurgical procedures Perform minor bedside procedures including: Suturing wounds Wound aspirations Assist with patient evaluations and follow-up care Collaborate with neurosurgery attending physicians and APP team Manage consults for ICU and admitted patients as needed Utilize
EPIC EMR
for documentation Practice Details Average surgical volume: 5-7 surgeries per week Broad neurosurgical case mix Full-time neurosurgery attending on-site Requirements Active Physician Assistant license•New York Highly Preferred!! Neurosurgery or surgical first assist experience preferred Comfortable with spine and cranial cases Compensation Competitive locum compensation Optional call compensated separately Apply Today This is an excellent long-term locum opportunity for a Neurosurgery PA seeking a stable schedule, collaborative team environment, and diverse surgical experience in a well-supported practice setting.
Pay:
$120.00•$130.00 per hour
Benefits:
Referral program Relocation assistance
License/Certification:
New York PA License active (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person