Physician Assistant - UPMC Altoona Stroke & Neurointervention

UPMC

4 days ago

Altoona, PennsylvaniaFull TimeNeurology

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Job Description

About the Role

Join UPMC as a Stroke & Neurointervention PA – 3x12 Shifts, No Call in United States.

Key Responsibilities

Applies basic professional practice knowledge and skills appropriate for practice setting.

Communicates effectively, both verbally and in documentation.

Demonstrates critical thinking in all areas of professional practice.

Learns to incorporate acceptable standards of professional practice as well as business unit and health system's goals to improve patient safety, quality, and satisfaction.

Benefits & Compensation

401(k) with employer match.

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

Apply to join UPMC as a Stroke & Neurointervention PA – 3x12 Shifts, No Call.

Key Skills

Patient careCritical thinkingNeuro imaging interpretationStroke code responseClinical judgmentCollaborationCommunicationProblem-solvingPatient educationEvidence-based practiceTeam leadershipData assessmentClinical documentationInterdisciplinary care

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of an ARC-PA accredited physician assistant program and hold a current state PA license with NCCPA certification. Experience in a clinical setting is preferred, and the role requires the ability to obtain hospital privileges.

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Position Insights

Neurology — Physician Assistant Career Context

This Neurology position at UPMC 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.

Nationally, Neurology professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $310k, with the typical range spanning $240k to $420k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Altoona, Pennsylvania.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Patient care, Critical thinking, Neuro imaging interpretation, Stroke code response, Clinical judgment, Collaboration, Communication, Problem-solving. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Neurology role.

Core responsibilities: The Physician Assistant will support the Stroke and Neurointervention service by managing ICU and surgical patients and responding to emergent stroke codes. They will collaborate with physicians to provide high-quality patient care and interpret neuro imaging and laboratory results.

Benefits package: Medical insurance, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Disability insurance, Retirement program, PTO, Wellness programs. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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