Physician Assistant - Neurosurgery - Rotating - NYP/Columbia University Medical Center
Listed compensation
$161k-$210k
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Job Description
Location: New York, New York
Shift: Night (United States of America)
Description
Physician Assistants at NYP
A Growing, Autonomous Team
Physician Assistant - Neurosurgery - Rotating- Columbia University Campus- New Graduates and Experienced PAs Welcome to Apply!
At NYP, Physician Assistants are highly autonomous and deliver superior patient care. Join a highly dedicated team of PAs and have the opportunity to become part of our culture of pride, compassion and expertise.
As a Neurosurgery Physician Assistant, you will manage medical and neurological conditions, assist in surgeries, and provide continuity of care for our hospitalized patients. The Neurosurgery PA is an integral part of the care team.
This PA will have the opportunity to learn and develop a multitude of neurosurgery skills and procedures. Take advantage of this opportunity to advance your knowledge base and skills while working in a dynamic group. Transform lives, and channel your potential in a fast-paced, high-quality, clinical setting.
In this role, you will work three 12.5-hour shifts per week, rotating day shifts, night shifts, and weekend coverage. Training occurs on days and nights.
Preferred Criteria
- Neuro experience/rotations preferred
- Internal Medicine Rotations
- Any surgical rotations
Required Criteria
- Bachelors or Master's degree in Physician Assistant studies
- Current NYS licensure
Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.
Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.
- NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.
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Salary Range
$161,000-$210,000/Annual
It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.
Key Responsibilities
The Physician Assistant will manage medical and neurological conditions, assist in surgeries, and provide continuity of care for hospitalized patients. They will work as an integral part of the neurosurgery team across rotating day, night, and weekend shifts.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physician Assistant studies and possess a current NYS licensure. Previous experience or rotations in neurosurgery, internal medicine, or surgery are preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Surgery — Physician Assistant Career Context
Of the 50 active Surgery listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 78% have no call, 78% require no weekends.
Surgery pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$186k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $172k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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