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Surgical Physcain Assitant

Surgical Physcain Assitant

Prime Healthcare ServicesDenville, NJ, US
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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 position
  • Benefits :

  • 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.
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