Neurosurgery Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner - Janesville, WI $115,000 - $165,000
Pay as listed: $115k-$165k · no nights · Janesville, Wisconsin.
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$115k-$165k
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Job Description
Mercyhealth has an exciting full‑time Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner opportunity to join our excellent Neurosurgery team in Janesville, Wisconsin.
Opportunity
Provide quality health care services to patients in the clinic & hospital setting under the direction of neurosurgeons
Call requirements: 2 days per week + 1 weekend per month
EPIC EMR
- Vast multi-specialty referral sources
- 501c3 non-for-profit
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited NP/PA program
- Hold an active state APRN/PA license
- Skilled at providing exceptional care
- The ability to communicate clearly and work as a member of a team
Compensation and Benefits
- Highly competitive compensation: $115,000 - $165,000
- Sign-on bonus!
- CME, licensure, membership, and medical association dues reimbursed
Malpractice and Tail Insurance Provided
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, etc.
- Day-one 403(b) matching retirement program
- Short- and long-term disability
- Paid parental and caregiver leave
- Collaborative mentouship with our Neurosurgeons
- Strategic partnership with the provider liaisons
About Mercyhealth
Regional health system with 7 hospitals, 100+ primary and specialty care centers in more than 90 communities throughout Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin.
Over 950+ partnered providers and 8,250+ professionals dedicated to compassionate, quality care.
With over 125 specialty and sub-specialty services, including adult critical care, neonatal intensive care, neurosurgery, heart and vascular care together with WATCHMAN and TAVR, a cancer institute, plastic and reconstructive surgery, robotic surgery, orthopedic surgery, and much more!
About the Community
Janesville, often referred to as the “City of Parks,” is a vibrant city with a rich industrial history and beautiful natural surroundings. Founded in 1835, Janesville became a major manufacturing hub, particularly known for its role in the automotive industry.
Today, the city offers a mix of outdoor recreation, historic landmarks, and cultural activities. The Rock River runs through the heart of Janesville, providing ample opportunities for boating, fishing, and hiking.
The town is home to the popular Rotary Botanical Gardens, a stunning 20-acre garden that attracts visitors year-round. With a revitalized downtown, beautiful parks, and a welcoming community, Janesville is an excellent spot for families and outdoor enthusiasts.
Cost of living: Janesville is affordable with competitive housing prices and great schools, making it a popular choice for families.
Known for: The Rotary Botanical Gardens and the Rock County Historical Society.
History: Founded in 1835, Janesville is known for its manufacturing history and its role as an industrial hub in Wisconsin.
Learn More
- Rotary Botanical Gardens
- Rock County Historical Society
- Makenzie Olsen, BSHA, CPCS®
- Provider Recruiter
- Mercyhealth
- 815-971-2920 molsen@mhemail.org
Pay Range
$85,280.00 - $144,976.00
Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
- Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life & Disability Insurance
- FSA/HSA Options
- Generous, accruing paid time off
- Paid Parental and caregiver leave
- Career advancement and educational opportunities
- Tuition and certification reimbursement
- Certification Reimbursement
- Well-being Programs
- Employee Discounts
- On-Demand Pay
- Financial Education
- Annual recognition/awards events
- Partner appreciation days
- Family entertainment/attractions discount
Community Service/improvement Opportunities
Click here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information.
At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.
Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:
#1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50
- One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers
- A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women
Key Responsibilities
Provide quality health care services to patients in both clinic and hospital settings under the direction of neurosurgeons. Participate in call rotations including two days per week and one weekend per month.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Neurosurgery Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner - Janesville, WI $115,000 - $165,000 at Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Surgery (NP) — ranked against 329 active Surgery (NP) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no night shifts.
Surgery — Nurse Practitioner Career Context
Of the 46 active Surgery listings this role was benchmarked against, 33% are remote, 76% have no call, 80% require no weekends.
Surgery pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Wisconsin is 94.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$140k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $149k in an average-cost state. 60.7% of Wisconsin clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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