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Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) - Inpatient Neurological Surgery at UW Medical Center-Montlake

Physician AssistantIncludes weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$139k-$211k

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

Weekend work is also flagged as required; confirm which days and how often.

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Job Description

UW Medical Center-Montlake - Neurological Surgery Clinic has an outstanding opportunity for an Inpatient Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant).

WORK SCHEDULE: 7 days on, followed by 7 days off

12 hour day shifts Monday-Friday, and 10 hour day shifts on Saturday and Sunday

Department Description

The Neurological Surgery Clinic at UW Medical Center-Montlake is an international leader and pioneer in the care and treatment of patients with diseases and disorders of the brain, spine and peripheral nerves.

We take a comprehensive and multidisciplinary approach to complex neurosurgical problems such as tumors, degenerative disease, vascular lesions, epilepsy, spinal anomalies, peripheral nerve disorders, chronic pain and spasticity, movement disorders and developmental defects.

Our patients receive uncompromising care in one of the most advanced facilities in the world.

Position Highlights

Provide Neurosurgical Services in an Inpatient Setting

Work alongside attending physicians, fellows, and residents across the Neurological Surgery continuum of care

Primary Job Responsibilities

Inpatient Responsibilities

Participates in Daily Morning and Afternoon Rounds

  • Provides daily care, which includes evaluating and managing patients, writing daily progress notes, and formulating/implementing plans
  • Coordinates patient care with other services (endocrinology, internal medicine, neurology, ENT, ID)

May perform the following procedures: lumbar punctures, drain removal (Subgaleal, JP, Hemovac), external ventricular drain placement and removal, lumbar drain placement and removal, shunt/Ommaya tapping, nasal endoscopy

Additional Responsibilities

  • Attends monthly Quality Improvement (QI) meetings and participates in ongoing QI research and projects
  • Partakes in monthly case presentations and journal clubs that are led by the APP with Physician support
  • Provides clinical mentoring to APP students and interns
  • Attends team educational conferences (M&M, surgical grand rounds, tumor boards)

Requirements

  • Current and valid Washington State ARNP licensure or Physician Assistant licensure
  • Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program or an accredited Physician Assistant Program
  • DEA prescriptive authority
  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • Previous neurosurgery experience preferred

About the Department of Neurological Surgery

The Department of Neurological Surgery at the UW Montlake and Northwest campuses provides patient care services for a broad range of neurological diseases and disorders.

The Department is also the primary referral center for patients with complex neurological conditions in the five state WWAMI region, as well as the tertiary referral center for national and international patients.

In addition, the Department has one of the premier academic training programs in the world and maintains an active, cutting-edge research program ranging from basic science and translational research to a broad array of clinical trials.

About UW Medicine – Where Your Impact GOES Further

UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum

$138,720.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum

$210,684.00 annual

Other Compensation

Weekend premium - $4.00/hour

Benefits

For information about benefits for this position, visit washington.edu

Shift: First Shift (United States of America)

  • Temporary or Regular?
  • This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent)

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit

Not Applicable

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.

Key Responsibilities

The provider will perform daily inpatient rounds, manage patient care plans, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams. They will also conduct specialized neurosurgical procedures and participate in quality improvement research and educational conferences.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Patient evaluationShunt tappingInpatient careMultidisciplinary collaborationElectronic medical recordsPatient management

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) - Inpatient Neurological Surgery at UW Medical Center-Montlake at University of Washington a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Surgery (PA) — ranked against 371 active Surgery (PA) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no night shifts.

Surgery — Physician Assistant Career Context

University of Washington ranks #2 of 17 employers hiring Physician Assistant on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay, and holds silver-tier status on the Top Employers work-life index, composite score 71/100, 104 active listings.

Of the 50 active Surgery listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 76% have no call, 72% require no weekends.

Surgery pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$175k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $163k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$175k midpoint, that is roughly $7k–$12k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Salary Distribution37 jobs · 29 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks32 jobs · 29 employers

401k / retirement match
84%
CME allowance
66%
Sign-on bonus
50%
Relocation assistance
28%
Loan repayment
22%

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Work-life snapshot

median 2.1this job 6.4
Better work-life than 80% of Surgery (PA) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 371 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No nights
  • Includes weekends

Living in Seattle

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$881k≈ 6.3× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,234/mo≈ 19% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
26 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
111.1
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.