Neurosurgery Positions at the University of Missouri

The Department of Neurosurgery is pleased to announce the opening of a position for one Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. This individual will act as a physician extender for the collaborating surgeons in the Neurosurgery Department in either inpatient or outpatient settings. 

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Independently providing assistance in a multidisciplinary practice for adult patient populations.
• Perform essential patient care functions, which include diagnosing and treat neurosurgical surgical patients in the clinic.
• Perform physical examinations, order diagnostic tests, and perform or assist with minor procedures.
• Assist in the evaluation and assessment of potential surgical candidates.
• Obtain and document a complete and focused history and physical and be able to relate other aspects of medical information to the surgeons and physicians.
• Participate in the Missouri Telehealth Network by providing Telemedicine return clinic appointments via Polycom connection.
• Assist in the identification of trends related to patients and participate in quality improvement activities and helping to guide the development and implementation of structure, process, and outcomes standards.
• Actively participate in clinical research, as needed. Assist as needed in OR.
• Perform and lead minor procedures with an opportunity for growth.
• Assist with inpatient consultations.
• Demonstrate a high level of autonomy and expert skills in the diagnosis and treatment of actual and potential health problems.