Physician Assistant - Neurosurgery

Company: Ascension
Location: Brookfield
Posted on: March 13, 2026

Job Description:

Your future role at a glance Specialty: Neurosurgery Schedule: Day shift M-F 8:00-5:00. Possibly rotating weekends for call coverage Call Schedule: 1 weekend a month: Sat/Sun 8:00-5:00 inpatient rounding and help with call. Practice Detail: 2 neurosurgeons and 2 additional APPs. Build for our 3 neurosurgeon practice. EMR System: EPIC Facility: Primary site will be Columbia St. Mary's Milwaukee. With possible coverage for vacation at Elmbrook Hospital (Inpatient and Outpatient) Location: Milwaukee and Brookfield, Wisconsin Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000 associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150 Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Benefits that help you thrive Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process. How you’ll make an impact in this role Ascension Columbia St. Mary's Hospital is looking for a Neurosurgical Advanced Practice Provider for our Neurosurgery Department This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to partner with Ascension Columbia St. Mary's Hospital to provide medical services to patients. Position Highlights: Combination of inpatient and outpatient work. Rounding on inpatient consults and follow-ups, along with assisting with the surgeon in the OR Call being only one weekend a month Opportunity to be a part of a collaborative neuro practice that is building. Responsibilities: Evaluates and treats patients with appropriate medical diagnostic and treatment skills. Recommends, participates in, and works to ensure the success of efforts to improve cost effectiveness and quality of care provided to patients. Accepts patient referrals from other physicians. Acts as admitting, attending and/or consulting physician for patients who require hospitalization for primary medical diagnoses, depending on needs of patients, medical staff and hospital. Participates in academic programs (e.g. medical education and research) as requested. Provides appropriate documentation that meets insurance company requirements; appeal all denials in a timely manner. Participates in inpatient and outpatient consultation for specialty, which may include on call schedules. What minimum requirements you’ll need Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. Physician Assistant credentialed from the Wisconsin Medical Examining Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Verified by local Credentialing Office. Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. Orthopedic Physician Assistant preferred. Verified by local Credentialing Office. Education: Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program. Master's degree preferred. Work Experience: 1 year of experience preferred. What additional preferences we're seeking Neurosurgery experience preferred. APP HeC Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. Fraud prevention notice Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system. E-Verify statement Employer does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.

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