Job Description
SpineSearch is working with a well-established hospital-based neurosurgery and orthospine service on Long Island is seeking an experienced Surgical Physician Assistant to join a collaborative PA-led model covering two affiliated hospitals. This program supports 10+ private neurosurgeons and offers strong autonomy, a sustainable patient mix, and long-tenured leadership.
Role Highlights
- Inpatient neurosurgical coverage across two hospital campuses
- Mix of rounding, consults, ER coverage, and limited OR time (~15%)
- High level of PA autonomy, especially during weekends
- Patient population primarily spine, stenosis, and geriatric-focused
- Collaborative team with flexible scheduling whenever possible
Schedule & Call
- Weekday schedule: 4×10s (transitioning toward 3×12s)
- Rotating call covering both facilities
- Weekend call with morning rounds
- Call compensated separately (home call + activation pay)
Compensation
- Competitive hourly compensation
- Strong total compensation with additional call pay
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of PA experience (neurosurgery, spine, trauma, or inpatient surgical background)
- Comfortable with inpatient consults, imaging review, and independent coverage
- NYS PA license and NCCPA certification
- Preference for candidates with ties to Long Island
This role is well suited for PAs seeking a stable, autonomous neurosurgical position with a more sustainable pace than high-acuity trauma centers.