Physician Assistant, Surgical

Job Title: Physician Assistant, Surgical 

Job Summary: The Surgical Physician Assistant (PA) provides comprehensive medical care to surgical patients under the supervision of a licensed surgeon. This role includes pre-operative assessment, intraoperative assistance, and post-operative management to ensure high-quality, safe, and effective patient care throughout the surgical continuum. 

Reports To: Supervising Physician | Director, Outpatient Services 

Salary Range: $123,760 - $180,752 (salary range is intentionally broad as pay will be determined based on qualifications, experience and eligibility for bonuses) 

Essential Job Functions 

• Perform pre-operative patient evaluations, including history and physical examinations 

• Assist surgeons during operative procedures, including first assist duties as credentialed 

• Manage post-operative care, including rounding, wound care, and discharge planning 

• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, labs, and imaging within scope of practice 

• Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with the surgical team 

• Document patient encounters accurately in electronic health record (EHR) systems 

• Communicate effectively with patients, families, surgeons, nurses, and ancillary staff 

• Ensure compliance with clinical protocols, patient safety standards, and regulatory requirements 

Additional Duties 

• Participate in on-call coverage and surgical rotations as  

• Assist with patient education regarding procedures, recovery, and follow-up care 

• Support quality improvement initiatives and clinical best practices 

• Participate in departmental meetings, training, and continuing medical education 

• Perform other duties as assigned by supervising physician or administration 

Minimum Requirements 

 
Education:  

• Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program 

• Current Physician Assistant licensure in the state of practice 

• NCCPA certification (preferred) 

Experience:  

• Previous experience in a surgical setting preferred (new graduates may be considered depending on specialty) 

• Experience assisting in operative procedures and managing post-operative patients preferred 

Physical Requirements 

• Ability to stand for prolonged periods during surgical procedures 

• Ability to lift, position, and transfer patients as needed (up to 50 pounds with assistance) 

• Manual dexterity to perform surgical assisting and clinical procedures 

• Ability to work in fast-paced, high-stress environments 

Working Conditions/Environmental Exposures 

Environmental hazards such as chemicals, solvents, needles, needle containers, sharps, blood, body fluids, various infectious/communicable diseases, infectious medical waste, radiation, and/or radioactive materials and/or radioactive waste, proximity to moving mechanical parts.  Protective clothing/equipment may be necessary. 

ASH IMMUNIZATIONS AND VACCINATIONS REQUIREMENTS – Aligns with CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) for Healthcare Personnel  

• Hepatitis B- Lab evidence of immunity (titer) to Hepatitis B or three doses Hep B vaccine at appropriate intervals  

• Influenza- documentation of current seasonal flu vaccine (mandatory from November 1st through March 31st each year) 

• Measles, Mumps, and Rubella - Lab evidence of immunity (titer) to Measles, Mumps, and Rubella or 2 doses of MMR Vaccination 

• Varicella (chickenpox) - Lab evidence of immunity (titer) to Varicella or 2 doses of Varicella Vaccine 

• Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (Tdap) - documented proof of immunization 

• Tuberculosis Screening - Documentation of a two-step TB skin test within the past year OR lab verification of a negative TB Gold or T-Spot tuberculin test within the past 6 months  

* VACCINE RECORDS OR EVIDENCE OF IMMUNITY ARE REQUIRED PRIOR TO 1ST DAY OF SCHEDULED WORK