Neurosurgery PA or NP
- Penrose Hospital
- Colorado Springs, Colorado
About Us
Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation’s largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 158 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings.
Our Mission
As CommonSpirit Health, we make the healing presence of God known in our world by improving the health of the people we serve, especially those who are vulnerable, while we advance social justice for all. To learn more about a calling that defines and unites, please click here for more information about our mission, vision, and values.
The posted compensation range of $110,635 - $182,436 /year is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.
- Requisition ID
- 2025-442903
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Department
- Neurology
- Hours/Pay Period
- 80
- Weekly Schedule
- Monday - Friday
- Shift
- Day
- Remote
- No
- Category
- Advanced Practice
You have a purpose, unique talents, and now is the time to put them to work. We’re seeking a Neurosurgery Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join a collaborative, high-performing surgical team in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
In this role, you’ll deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care across the neurosurgery continuum, from clinic to operating room to inpatient support. We’re looking for a skilled provider who is passionate about surgical excellence, teamwork, and compassionate care.
In this role, you will provide comprehensive neurosurgical care across clinic, hospital, and surgical settings, including first assisting in the operating room for neurosurgical procedures. You will manage inpatient consults, rounding, and post-operative care as needed, while working closely with neurosurgeons and a multidisciplinary team to support optimal patient outcomes. You will also guide and educate patients and their families throughout their care journey, serving as a clinical resource, educator, and advocate, while upholding our mission, values, and performance standards.
Job Requirements
In addition to bringing your whole self to the workplace each day, qualified Neurosurgery PA or NP will need the following:
Required:
- Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program
- Active Colorado license (PA or NP)
- PA-C certification (NCCPA) or NP board certification
- BLS certification (American Heart Association)
- Medium work level: ability to exert up to 50 lbs occasionally
Preferred:
- 2+ years of surgical experience
- Neurosurgery and OR first assist experience strongly preferred
- NP candidates must have documented surgical first assist experience
Schedule & Call
- Weekday schedule aligned with neurosurgery clinic and elective OR cases
- Minimum of 32 hours/week of in-person patient care
- Rotating first call coverage (5 PM – 7 AM, weekdays and weekends)
Where You'll Work
Colorado Springs, Colorado's second-largest city, boasts a thriving community rich in business experience and a historic background of achievement. With short commute times, affordable housing, great schools, and friendly neighbors, it consistently ranks as one of the best places to live.
- Stunning Natural Beauty: Surrounded by mountains, parks, and outdoor recreation opportunities, including Pikes Peak and Garden of the Gods.
- Pleasant Climate: Enjoys a moderate climate with plenty of sunshine year-round, ideal for outdoor activities.
- Thriving Job Market: Features a diverse economy with strong sectors in technology, defense, and healthcare, offering numerous job opportunities.
- High Quality of Life: Benefits from a low cost of living relative to other major cities, combined with excellent schools and healthcare facilities.
- Vibrant Community: Hosts an active cultural scene, including art festivals, music events, and local breweries, fostering a strong sense of community.
Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit our Total Rewards
Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.
CommonSpirit Health™ is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, please click here [PDF].
CommonSpirit Health™ will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c). External hires must pass a post-offer, pre-employment background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with an arrest and/or conviction will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, ban the box laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by telephone at (415) 438-5575 and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). CommonSpirit Health™ participates in E-Verify.
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