Lead Neurosurgery - Nurse Practitioner/ Physician Assistant- Piedmont Atlanta Hospital

Lead Neurosurgery – Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant – Piedmont Atlanta Hospital

Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and collaborative APP Lead to provide clinical and operational leadership for our Advanced Practice Provider team. This role blends hands‑on clinical care with leadership responsibility, offering the opportunity to shape team performance, drive quality outcomes, and influence the future of neuroscience care delivery.

As a key liaison between physicians, administrative leaders, and APPs, you will play a critical role in fostering team engagement, optimizing staffing models, and ensuring high‑quality, patient‑centered care. You will be supported with dedicated weekly administrative time.

Responsibilities

• Leadership & Team Management
  • Provide direct leadership, mentorship, and support to a team of APPs
  • Foster a high‑performing team culture focused on accountability, engagement, and professional growth
  • Conduct annual performance reviews and provide ongoing coaching and feedback
  • Address performance and behavioral concerns with professionalism and consistency
• Staffing, Recruitment & Workforce Planning
  • Partner with administrative leadership on APP recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies
  • Oversee scheduling to ensure appropriate coverage aligned with clinical demand
  • Proactively adjust staffing models to respond to volume changes and operational needs
  • Ensure team readiness for surge capacity and operational disruptions
• Operations & Clinical Excellence
  • Support day‑to‑day clinical and administrative operations of the APP team
  • Maintain a care environment that prioritizes safety, efficiency, and patient experience
  • Deliver expert clinical care as a practicing APP, maintaining regular clinical shifts
  • Promote adherence to evidence‑based practices and organizational standards

Qualifications & Skills

• Proven ability to lead and inspire clinical teams while maintaining a professional and collaborative demeanor
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across multidisciplinary teams
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced clinical environment
• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) systems
• Knowledge of regulatory and legal frameworks relevant to APP practice
• Excellent problem‑solving skills with the ability to navigate complex and evolving situations
• Ability to interpret and execute instructions across multiple formats (written, verbal, and data‑driven)
• Strong relationship‑building skills both within and outside the organization

Minimum Education Required

Graduate from a school of nursing with current Georgia license for Advanced Practice Nursing and a Masters degree in Nursing, or graduate of a Physician Assistant program with current license for the Georgia State Composite Board.

Minimum Experience Preferred

Three years of previous supervisory or lead experience.

Minimum Licensure/Certification Required by Law

Licensed Physician Assistant in the State of Georgia or Licensed for Advanced Practice Nursing (ACNP, FNP, and WHNP). Updated NCCPA certification for PAs.

Business Unit: Company Name

Piedmont Medical Care Corporation