Neurology Physician Assistant

Company: Universal Health Services (UHS)
Location: Bradenton
Posted on: June 15, 2026

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled Neurohospitalist Physician Associate/Physician Assistant to join our growing inpatient neurology team at Manatee Memorial Hospital and the Lakewood Ranch Medical Center in sunny, Florida. This opportunity offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a great schedule, allowing you to focus on delivering high quality patient care. You'll work alongside a collaborative team in a nationally recognized healthcare system committed to excellence.

Quick Facts

• Employment Type: Full-time
• Schedule: 7 on/7 off
• Location: Bradenton/Lakewood Ranch, Florida
• Practice Setting: Inpatient neurology across two hospitals
• Support/Care Team: Clinical nurse specialists, stroke coordinators, neurosurgeons, hospitalists, and intensivists
• EMR: Cerner

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient Neurohospitalist services to Manatee Memorial Hospital and Lakewoood Ranch Medical Center
• Treat a wide range of neurological disorders with a focus on acute stroke care
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including clinical nurse specialists, stroke coordinators, and dedicated care management professionals.
• Comprehensive onsite neurosurgery services to support patient care

Compensation & Benefits

• No state income tax
• Competitive salary
• Productivity incentives
• Additional Shift Coverage Opportunities
• Commencement Bonus
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid malpractice insurance
• CME allowance with professional development support

Qualifications

• Active or the ability to obtain a Florida PA license
• Previous experience in Neurology or as an APP Neurohospitalist ( new graduates will not be accepted for this role )
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills

About the Organization & Community
Manatee Memorial Hospital
Located in Bradenton, FL, serving the community for over 70 years. The 319-bed facility offers emergency care, cardiac and cardiovascular surgery, robotic-assisted surgery with daVinci system, comprehensive orthopedic and oncology services, women s and children s care, including Level II NICU, supported by over 800 medical staff.

Lakewood Ranch Medical Center
Located in Lakewood Ranch, a 120-bed, Joint Commission-accredited acute care hospital serving a fast-growing community with emergency services, maternity care, breast health, cardiology, stroke care, robotic and general surgery programs, and 750+ affiliated physicians. A $120M expansion including a five-story ICU and progressive care tower is underway, opening December 2025.

Discover Life in Manatee County, Florida
Bradenton and Lakewood Ranch combine coastal beauty with vibrant community living:

• Outdoor Paradise with beaches like Anna Maria Island and Siesta Key
• Arts & Culture including the Village of the Arts and Riverwalk
• Family-friendly neighborhoods and excellent schools
• Golf, recreation, and resort-style communities
• Close to Sarasota, Tampa, and St. Petersburg for professional sports, cultural and travel amenities
• Lakewood Ranch is a rapidly growing master-planned community with diverse shopping, dining, entertainment, and miles of trails and green spaces

For more information, please send your CV to:

April Heiselt, Ph.D.

Acute Care Recruiter

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