Neurology PA: Per Diem for Research Lumbar Punctures

Brigham and Women's Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
60 Fenwood Road (Show on map)
Aug 11, 2025
Summary The procedural physician assistant will work in a per diem role performing 1-2 research lumbar punctures per week for the neurology movement disorders clinic. The hours are flexible. The purpose of our research is to discover and validate biomarkers and genetic predictors for neurodegenerative disorders such as Parkinson disease, Alzheimer disease, frontotemporal dementia, and others. We intend to collect blood, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), skin, nasopharyngeal swab, and saliva samples, alongside detailed clinical data from patients with neurodegenerative diseases and controls. Samples, including CSF, will be de-identified and banked and may be shared with approved academic, industry, and NIH partners under strict agreements with the overall goal of improving diagnosis and treatment of neurodegenerative disease. Essential Functions: Performs complete histories and physical examinations. Orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests. Consistently provides high quality and timely documentation including admission and progress notes, procedure notes, operative notes and discharge summaries. Performs lumbar punctures. Required for All Jobs: Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all policies and standards Does this position require Patient Care (indirect/direct)? Yes Education Master's Degree Physician Assistant required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Physician Assistant MA state license required Experience Experience as a licensed Physician Assistant preferred but not required. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to maintain quality control standards. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures. Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public. The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.