Neurology Epilepsy - NP​/PA

Department: 02240 WFBMG University Group Practice: WFBMC Main - Neurology

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule Details / Additional Information: Rotating schedule: two weeks (65%) in the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) and two weeks (35%) in the outpatient clinic. Includes support of intake clinics to improve access, reduce referral wait times, and help accelerate patient entry into the epilepsy surgery program.

Pay Range: $51.05 - $76.60

• 65% Epilepsy Monitoring Unit – EMU
• 35% Outpatient Clinic

Call:
May include irregular hours and/or call responsibilities.

Patient Population:
Children and Adults.

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including neurologic evaluations.
• Diagnose and manage epilepsy and seizure disorders in collaboration with neurology and neurosurgery teams.
• Order, interpret, and manage diagnostic testing (EEG, imaging, labs).
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including medication management.
• Provide care in the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) and outpatient clinics.
• Support intake clinics to improve referral access and reduce wait times.
• Assist in evaluation and preparation of patients for epilepsy surgery.
• Educate patients and families on diagnosis, treatment plans, and self-management.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
• Collaborate in a multidisciplinary, team-based care environment.

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Current NP or PA licensure in North Carolina (or eligibility).
• Current BLS certification.

• Experience in neurology, epilepsy, or acute/inpatient care.
• Experience working with both pediatric and adult populations.

• Strong interpersonal and patient communication skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced, high-acuity environment.
• Strong clinical judgment and procedural competency.
• Exceptional organization and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Flexibility to perform additional duties as needed.

• Collaborative, team-based care model.
• Professional, patient-focused environment.
• Combination of inpatient and outpatient clinical settings.
• Supports growth of epilepsy surgery and expanded access to specialty care.

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well‑being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training.
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and short‑ and long‑term disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.

Note:

Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full‑time, part‑time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is seeking an APP (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our growing Epilepsy Program. This role provides comprehensive, team-based care to pediatric and adult patients with seizure disorders across both inpatient and outpatient settings. The Epilepsy APP will perform patient evaluations, manage diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, and support program growth initiatives, including improving access to care and facilitating epilepsy surgery pathways.

This position practices under applicable North Carolina licensure and Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist credentialing standards.