Overview
Our Pediatric Neurosurgery Program is known for:
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Being the first program in the nation to have a director of congenital neurosurgery.
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An experienced surgical team, performing hundreds of neurosurgeries and Neuromedical procedures annually.
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Being innovators and early adopters of advanced treatments, utilizing leading-edge equipment, techniques and care.
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Being the only pediatric neurosurgical practice in Central Florida to use the Leksell Gamma Knife® 4C treatment for pediatric patients with complex neurological disorders.
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Having advanced neuroscience technologies such as a frameless stereotactic surgical navigation system, 3-Tesla MRI, image-guided radiation therapy.
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Expanding indications for the surgical management of epilepsy.
General Summary:
The PA-C, under the supervision of the Physician, who acts as the collaborative practitioner, is responsible for:
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Performing physical examinations of Pediatric Neurosurgery patients in the clinic and hospital setting including, but not limited to: new patient visits, pre; intra and post-operative.
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Surgical 1st assist surgeons in the Operating Room.
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A few of the procedures performed will involve but are not limited to: Brain and Spinal Tumors, Chiari Malformations, Craniofacial Disorders, Hydrocephalus Surgery, Neurofibromatosis, Epilepsy Surgery.
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Enables continuity of care by managing patient care in pre-, intra- and post-operative settings.
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Orders and interprets appropriate diagnostic tests, such as routine laboratory, X-ray, Ultrasound etc
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Monitors the patient’s course of treatment and makes appropriate referral to either a physician or specialist, as needed.
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Collaborates with physician and staff as necessary to provide consistent care to patients and support to staff.
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Displays a caring and professional attitude always as well as maintaining personal and professional growth.
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Candidate must be able to pass a third-party background check and pre-employment drug screen.
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Call rotation includes 1 weekend a month.
Community and Benefit Highlights:
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Practice and Hospital located within the “City Beautiful” aka Orlando and just minutes away from Downtown Orlando.
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Very close proximity to other gorgeous cities: Winter Park, College Park, Baldwin Park, Maitland, Altamonte Springs, Lake Mary, Longwood.
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Easy commute to nearby beaches and local theme parks such as Disney and Universal Studios among many more.
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Competitive Salary, Comprehensive Benefits, Extremely low-cost health care premiums for single or family plans.
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Relocation Assistance.
Knowledge and Skills Required:
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Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, patients, parents and hospital medical staff.
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Desire to become part of a multi-disciplinary pediatric neurosurgery program.
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Some evening and weekend on-call/rounding will be required.
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Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, patients, and the public.
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Strong communication skills.
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Ability to work variable, flexible shifts as some evening and/or weekend hours may be required.
Required Education/Experience:
Licensure, Certification, and Registration:
Category: Physician Services
Req ID: ORL-A332-CHLD-Peds Neuro-New
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.
