What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner (NP) / Physician Assistant (PA) – Pain Management & Spine position at Datta Endoscopic Back Surgery and Pain Center?
We are seeking a motivated Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our physician-led Interventional Pain Management and Spine Surgery practice on a per-diem basis.
The provider will evaluate and manage patients with chronic pain, spinal disorders, and musculoskeletal conditions at our Poughkeepsie and Windsor, New York locations.
This is an excellent opportunity for an NP or PA seeking flexible per-diem work, competitive compensation, and specialized experience in pain management and spine care.
Compensation
90–120 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Candidates with significant experience in pain management, spine surgery, orthopedics, neurosurgery, PM&R, or related specialties may qualify toward the higher end of the compensation range.
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate new and established pain management and spine patients
- Obtain comprehensive histories and perform focused musculoskeletal and neurological examinations
- Review MRI, CT, X-ray, and other relevant diagnostic studies
- Develop and document treatment plans in collaboration with the treating physician
- Evaluate patients for interventional pain management procedures
- Participate in evaluation and follow-up of patients undergoing spine surgery
- Perform pre-procedure and post-procedure evaluations
- Provide postoperative spine surgery follow-up
- Monitor treatment response, functional improvement, and clinical outcomes
- Educate patients regarding diagnoses, treatment options, procedures, and recovery
- Maintain accurate and timely EMR documentation
- Coordinate patient care with physicians, clinical staff, and other healthcare providers
Qualifications
- Current New York State Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license
- Graduate of an accredited NP or PA program
- Strong clinical assessment and documentation skills
- Excellent communication and patient-education skills
- Ability to work independently within the provider's scope of practice while collaborating closely with physicians
- Experience in Pain Management, Spine Surgery, Orthopedics, Neurosurgery, PM&R, Neurology, or Musculoskeletal Medicine preferred
- Candidates from related specialties with a strong interest in developing expertise in pain and spine medicine are also encouraged to apply
Why Join Our Practice?
- Competitive compensation: 90–120/hour
- Flexible per-diem scheduling
- Opportunity to work in both pain management and spine care
- Exposure to interventional pain procedures and minimally invasive spine treatments
- Collaborative, physician-led clinical environment
- Opportunity to develop specialized expertise in spine and interventional pain management
- Potential for additional clinical days as the practice grows
Pay: $90.00 - $120.00 per hour
Expected hours: 8.0 – 21.0 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $90 - $120