NP (Nurse Practitioner), PA (Physician's Assistant) Neurology
- Winchester, MA, United States
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Job details
- Experience
- 1-2 years of experience required
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Description
This full-time, on-site position offers the opportunity to deliver high-quality, patient-centered neurological care within a collaborative clinical environment.
In this Associate-level role, you will evaluate and manage patients with neurological conditions, perform clinical assessments, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and develop individualized treatment plans under the supervision of a physician, as required by your scope of practice. You will work closely with neurologists, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care and positive patient outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive patient histories, neurological examinations, and clinical assessments
- Diagnose and manage common and complex neurological conditions such as headaches, epilepsy, stroke, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, and peripheral neuropathy
- Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic studies including EEG, EMG/NCS, imaging, and laboratory tests
- Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans, including medication management
- Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment options, and self-management strategies
- Collaborate with neurologists and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care
- Perform follow-up visits and monitor patient progress and response to treatment
- Document patient encounters accurately and maintain compliant electronic health records
- Refer patients to specialists and community resources when appropriate
- Adhere to clinical guidelines, regulatory requirements, and practice protocols
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
- Current, unrestricted state licensure and national certification (e.g., ANCC or NCCPA)
- Prior experience in neurology or a related clinical setting preferred
- Strong knowledge of neurological disorders, diagnostics, and pharmacological management
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems
- Excellent clinical judgment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with patients and healthcare teams
- Compassionate, patient-focused approach with a commitment to quality care
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, on-site medical practice environment
Schedule: 5-day workweek
No call or weekends
Setting: 20% inpatient and 80% outpatient
Duties: Manage inpatient neurology consults, diagnose and treat outpatient neurological conditions, and interpret diagnostic studies
Multidisciplinary support teams
EMR: Epic
1-2 years of experience required
Must be board-certified
ACLS, BLS, CSR and DEA required
Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive base salary
Relocation assistance
CMEs
401k match
Comprehensive benefits
Medical malpractice coverage
More about this job
Skills
- NP
- Coordinate care
- Electronic health records
- Follow clinical guidelines
- Critical thinking
- Decision making
- Communication skills
- EMR
- EPIC
- ACLS
- BLS
- Corporate social responsibility