Neurological Surgery, Pediatric Neurosurgery Advanced Practice Provider Opportunity at Driscoll Chil

Pediatric Neurosurgery Advanced Practice Provider
Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner
Driscoll Childrens Hospital Corpus Christi, Texas

The Driscoll Health System is seeking a certified Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our expanding Pediatric Neurosurgery team. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a well-established pediatric program offering advanced surgical care across South Texas.

Position Highlights:

• Full-time position with a robust, multidisciplinary team
• APP will provide comprehensive care to pediatric neurosurgery patients
• On-the-job neurosurgery training provided pediatric experience not required
• Opportunity to work alongside a tenured, fellowship-trained Pediatric Neurosurgeon

Responsibilities:

• Outpatient clinic coverage and inpatient rounding
• Daytime call coverage for inpatient questions and ER/inpatient consults
• Perform assessments, formulate diagnoses, implement treatment plans, and educate patients and families
• Coordination of care across inpatient, outpatient, and procedural settings
• Optional OR participation depending on experience and availability

Schedule & Details:

• Clinic Hours: Monday Friday, 7:00 AM 5:00 PM
• Travel: Required to satellite clinics (schedule varies based on location and provider availability)
• Call: Not required at this time
• OR Time: Optional based on training and scheduling
• EMR: EPIC
• Support: Dedicated RN and administrative staff

Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program
• Current licensure or eligibility for licensure in the state of Texas
• National certification as a PA or NP
• Minimum 3 years of operating room experience preferred (in any surgical specialty)
• Strong clinical skills with a passion for working with pediatric populations

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Excellent retirement plans
• Professional development and CME support

About the Pediatric Neurosurgery Division:

The Pediatric Neurosurgery division at Driscoll provides a full scope of care, including:

• Congenital anomalies
• Pediatric brain and spine tumors
• Vascular malformations
• Trauma-related neurosurgical care
• Epilepsy surgery
• Spasticity management

Apply Today!
Direct Line: 361-694-5906
Email:CPSST.Recruitment@dchstx.org