Surgical Physician Assistant (PA)
Location : St. Clares Denville NJ
Department : Surgery
Reports To : Chief of Surgery / Attending Surgeon
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Summary :
Key Responsibilities :
- First assist in the operating room across a range of surgical specialties (e.g., general, vascular, orthopedic, bariatric, etc.)
- Conduct pre-operative assessments and histories.
- Manage post-operative care including rounding, wound management, and discharge planning.
- Perform bedside procedures such as central line placement, wound closure, and drain removals.
- Respond to surgical consults in the ER and inpatient units.
- Participate in trauma response as part of the surgical team.
- Document patient care in EMR accurately and in a timely manner.
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes.
- Participate in on-call and weekend coverage rotation.
Qualifications :
Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.Current New Jersey PA license (or eligibility).NCCPA Certification required.BLS and ACLS certification required; ATLS preferred.Minimum of 1-2 years of surgical PA experience preferred (new grads with strong surgical rotations considered).Proficiency in EMR systems (e.g., Meditech, Epic).Excellent communication and clinical decision-making skills.Work Schedule :
Full-time positionBenefits :
Competitive salary commensurate with experience.Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.Paid time off and CME allowance.401(k) with employer match.Malpractice insurance coverage.Tuition reimbursement and professional development support.