Senior Level Neurosurgery Physician Assistant Jobs
Senior level neurosurgery physician assistant jobs place experienced clinicians in charge of complex case management, intraoperative decision-making, and the clinical workflows their teams depend on. Most openings are on-site positions across Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like Carle Health, CommonSpirit Health, and MultiCare Health System hiring at this level now.
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Location: Chicago, Illinois
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: Neurosurgery
Work Type: Full Time
Neurosurgery – Clinical Faculty/Physician
Rush University Medical Center
Chicago, IL
Rush University Medical Center , a nationally recognized clinical and academic institution and the teaching hospital for Rush Medical and Nursing Colleges, invites applications for the position of Spine Neurosurgery at the Associate or Full Professor level.
Duties & Responsibilities
This full-time faculty position offers a comprehensive balance of advanced clinical practice, education, and scholarship.
- Clinical Focus: Provide expert inpatient and outpatient treatment for patients presenting with all types of spinal disorders.
- Surgical Scope: Utilize state-of-the-art technology and innovative surgical techniques, with an emphasis on incorporating endoscopic spine surgery into practice.
- Schedule & Unit Capacity: Standard faculty clinical and operative schedules, supporting a dedicated neurosciences/spine inpatient footprint of 32 beds and neurosciences ICU of 28 beds.
- Teaching & Supervision: Required supervision and hands-on education of medical students, neurosurgery residents, and spine fellows.
- Research & Scholarship: Engage in primary or collaborative research in spinal surgery, with opportunities to secure funding through the NIH, other federal agencies, philanthropy, or industry partnerships.
- Academic Leadership: Maintain an ambition for active involvement and structural leadership within prominent national and international spinal surgical societies.
Experience & Education Requirements
We are seeking a highly motivated academic neurosurgeon with a proven track record of clinical excellence and professional ambition.
- Education: Must possess an M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. degree (or equivalent).
- Board Status: Must be certified or board-eligible by the American Board of Neurological Surgery (ABNS).
- Licensure: Eligible for an unrestricted medical license to practice in the State of Illinois.
- Preferred Training: Completion of fellowship training specifically focused on spinal surgery.
- Core Competencies: A strong desire to develop a robust clinical practice and pioneer innovative clinical programs in spine surgery while driving growth in the department's research and educational pillars.
Rush University System for Health is an academic health system integrating patient care, education, research, and community partnerships to improve health in diverse communities.
Rush includes Rush University Medical Center, Rush University (2,500+ students across medical, nursing, and health sciences colleges), Rush Copley Medical Center, Rush Oak Park Hospital, and regional outpatient facilities.
Rush is recognized for clinical excellence, earning placement on U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals Honor Roll 2025-2026 (top 20 of 5,000+ hospitals evaluated). The system received Vizient's Quality Leadership Award, ranking within the top ten among 99 academic medical centers for the 13th consecutive year.
All three hospitals earned LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Leader designation, and Rush has been named a "Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion" for six consecutive years.
Rush is committed to health equity, particularly addressing the 16-year life expectancy gap between Chicago's Loop and West Side. As the largest West Side employer, Rush implements an Anchor Mission strategy through local hiring, investing, sourcing, and volunteering. The system has invested over $6 million on the West Side since 2018 while continuing to provide excellent patient care for all.
Rush offers competitive total compensation that includes base pay, benefits, and other incentive programs for our employees. The total pay range shown reflects the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, knowledge and skills; relevant experience and training; education, certifications, and licensure; primary work location; and other business and organizational factors. This total pay range is for a full-time, 1.0 FTE employee, and includes any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role, as well as additional compensation such as sign-on and retention bonuses and relocation allowances. Opportunities for increased compensation based on exceeding productivity targets. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package.
Pay Range: $728,000- $1.1 Million
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits, learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Join Rush and become part of one of the nation’s best healthcare systems.
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: Neurosurgery
Work Type: Full Time
Neurosurgery – Clinical Faculty/Physician
Rush University Medical Center
Chicago, IL
Rush University Medical Center , a nationally recognized clinical and academic institution and the teaching hospital for Rush Medical and Nursing Colleges, invites applications for the position of Spine Neurosurgery at the Associate or Full Professor level.
Duties & Responsibilities
This full-time faculty position offers a comprehensive balance of advanced clinical practice, education, and scholarship.
- Clinical Focus: Provide expert inpatient and outpatient treatment for patients presenting with all types of spinal disorders.
- Surgical Scope: Utilize state-of-the-art technology and innovative surgical techniques, with an emphasis on incorporating endoscopic spine surgery into practice.
- Schedule & Unit Capacity: Standard faculty clinical and operative schedules, supporting a dedicated neurosciences/spine inpatient footprint of 32 beds and neurosciences ICU of 28 beds.
- Teaching & Supervision: Required supervision and hands-on education of medical students, neurosurgery residents, and spine fellows.
- Research & Scholarship: Engage in primary or collaborative research in spinal surgery, with opportunities to secure funding through the NIH, other federal agencies, philanthropy, or industry partnerships.
- Academic Leadership: Maintain an ambition for active involvement and structural leadership within prominent national and international spinal surgical societies.
Experience & Education Requirements
We are seeking a highly motivated academic neurosurgeon with a proven track record of clinical excellence and professional ambition.
- Education: Must possess an M.D. or M.D./Ph.D. degree (or equivalent).
- Board Status: Must be certified or board-eligible by the American Board of Neurological Surgery (ABNS).
- Licensure: Eligible for an unrestricted medical license to practice in the State of Illinois.
- Preferred Training: Completion of fellowship training specifically focused on spinal surgery.
- Core Competencies: A strong desire to develop a robust clinical practice and pioneer innovative clinical programs in spine surgery while driving growth in the department's research and educational pillars.
Rush University System for Health is an academic health system integrating patient care, education, research, and community partnerships to improve health in diverse communities.
Rush includes Rush University Medical Center, Rush University (2,500+ students across medical, nursing, and health sciences colleges), Rush Copley Medical Center, Rush Oak Park Hospital, and regional outpatient facilities.
Rush is recognized for clinical excellence, earning placement on U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals Honor Roll 2025-2026 (top 20 of 5,000+ hospitals evaluated). The system received Vizient's Quality Leadership Award, ranking within the top ten among 99 academic medical centers for the 13th consecutive year.
All three hospitals earned LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Leader designation, and Rush has been named a "Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion" for six consecutive years.
Rush is committed to health equity, particularly addressing the 16-year life expectancy gap between Chicago's Loop and West Side. As the largest West Side employer, Rush implements an Anchor Mission strategy through local hiring, investing, sourcing, and volunteering. The system has invested over $6 million on the West Side since 2018 while continuing to provide excellent patient care for all.
Rush offers competitive total compensation that includes base pay, benefits, and other incentive programs for our employees. The total pay range shown reflects the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, knowledge and skills; relevant experience and training; education, certifications, and licensure; primary work location; and other business and organizational factors. This total pay range is for a full-time, 1.0 FTE employee, and includes any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role, as well as additional compensation such as sign-on and retention bonuses and relocation allowances. Opportunities for increased compensation based on exceeding productivity targets. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package.
Pay Range: $728,000- $1.1 Million
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits, learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Join Rush and become part of one of the nation’s best healthcare systems.
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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Senior Level Neurosurgery Physician Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level neurosurgery physician assistant job?
Employers hiring at this level look for demonstrated ownership of complex neurosurgical cases, comfort managing pre- and post-operative protocols independently, and experience mentoring junior PAs or coordinating with surgical teams. A portfolio of high-acuity cases, familiarity with advanced neurosurgical procedures, and evidence of contributing to departmental protocols or training programs gives candidates a clear edge over generalist applicants.
Which companies hire senior level neurosurgery physician assistants?
Companies hiring senior level neurosurgery physician assistants right now include Carle Health, CommonSpirit Health, and MultiCare Health System, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring typically comes from large academic medical centers, regional hospital systems, and specialty neurosurgery practices that need experienced clinicians capable of leading complex cases with minimal supervision.
Are there remote senior level neurosurgery physician assistant jobs?
Yes, though remote opportunity is limited given the hands-on nature of neurosurgical work. About 0% of senior level neurosurgery physician assistant openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those roles typically involve telehealth consultations, post-operative follow-up care, or administrative and education responsibilities rather than active surgical coverage.
What makes a neurosurgery physician assistant role senior level?
Senior level roles are defined by independent clinical judgment, ownership of complex neurosurgical patient panels, and responsibility for outcomes that go beyond task execution. That means leading intraoperative first-assist duties on advanced procedures, setting protocols others follow, and actively mentoring mid-level and junior staff. Employers expect you to function as a clinical authority, not just a skilled technician.
Which industries hire the most senior level neurosurgery physician assistants?
Senior Level neurosurgery physician assistant roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they handle the highest volumes of complex neurosurgical cases and need experienced PAs who can operate autonomously within high-stakes, fast-moving care environments.