Physician Assistant - Neurosurgery
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Job Description
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible
This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.
About the Role
Join Overlake Medical Center & Clinics as a Physician Assistant - Neurosurgery in United States. Welcome to a medical center where you're the center of attention. Pay range: - Salary $146,557.
Key Responsibilities
- provide proof of full COVID-19 immunization as a condition of employment.
- provide this proof before your first day of employment with Overlake.
Requirements
- Board certified/eligible Washington PA license by time of hire.
- Prior neurosurgery preferred.
- Experience with outpatient clinic, inpatient rounding and surgical support strongly desired.
- Overlake Medical Center is a 349-bed, nonprofit regional medical center offering a full range of advanced medical services to the Puget Sound region.
Benefits & Compensation
- PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).
Work Schedule
- Full-time position.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
This position offers student loan benefits. Work with Overlake Medical Center & Clinics in United States.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician Assistant - Neurosurgery at Overlake Medical Center & Clinics a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Surgery physician assistant listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Surgery — Physician Assistant Career Context
This Surgery position at Overlake Medical Center & Clinics is open to physician assistant candidates.
Physician Assistants enjoy versatile career options across specialties, with competitive compensation and increasing opportunities in outpatient and remote settings.
Compensation Analysis
Overlake Medical Center & Clinics lists compensation for this physician assistant position at $147k to $220k annually.
This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in United States.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- Transparent compensation ($147k–$220k)
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Neurosurgery, Inpatient rounding, Surgical support, Outpatient clinic, Patient-centered care, Clinical assessment, Medical documentation, Multidisciplinary collaboration. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Surgery role.
Core responsibilities: The Physician Assistant will join a multidisciplinary neurosurgery team to provide comprehensive care in both outpatient and inpatient settings. Responsibilities include performing inpatient rounds, providing surgical support, and collaborating with neurosurgeons to deliver high-quality patient care...
Benefits package: Paid time off, Paid holidays, Continuing medical education allowance, Relocation assistance, Retirement plan matching, Public service loan forgiveness, Medical insurance, Tuition reimbursement. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
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Benefits & Perks
Work-Life Balance Score
Protective Factors (2)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
Interpretation: Position shows moderate burnout protection with 2 validated protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Full Time
Posted
15d ago
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