Surgical Services PA

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

The Physician Assistant is a licensed professional provider who functions in collaboration with an attending physician in a variety of practice settings at YNHHS. Provides exceptional direct diagnostic and therapeutic patient care to the highest standards of the organization as part of a multidisciplinary team. Cultivates a patient centric environment which focuses on the whole individual inclusive of physical, psychosocial, spiritual and functional needs of the patient, family, and significant others. Serves as the focal professional for the continuity of care in patient care within scope of practice standards, as well as specialty specific standards to address and resolve problems that may arise.

Position Details

Physician Assistant must be Acute Care Board Certified) Surgical Services covering Trauma, Emergency General Surgery, Bariatrics, Colorectal, Plastics, Surgical Breast Oncology Inpatient 13 hour rotating day and night shift includes covering the operating room, inpatient consults, trauma response, and inpatient. Experience is preferred; we welcome new grads. We offer a robust training and onboarding program on our service.

What Makes This Opportunity Unique?

• Mastery of Surgical Procedures :  Proficient in assisting with a variety of techniques, from laparoscopic to minimally invasive surgeries, while ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
• Comprehensive Knowledge :  Deep understanding of anatomy, physiology, and advanced surgical instruments to support complex cases.
• Skilled in Pre- & Post-Operative Care :  From preparation to recovery, General Surgery PAs manage patient care with precision and empathy.
• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving :  Capable of analyzing situations and making sound decisions in high-pressure surgical settings.
• Team Collaboration & Communication :  Effective liaisons between surgeons, healthcare staff, and patients, ensuring seamless teamwork and patient education.

This combination of technical expertise, clinical insight, and effective communication is exactly what Yale New Haven Health values in its candidates. If you’re ready to take on a role that makes a true impact, this position is your opportunity to excel.

Responsibilities

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Graduate from an accredited Physician Assistant Program.

EXPERIENCE

Prefer clinical working experience as a PA within the given specialty / service line recommended, but none required. APRNs, PAs, CRNAs and CNMs are required to be appointed to the Affiliated Medical Staff of a YNHHS Hospital and credentialed through the Medical Staff process. Evidence of current competence to practice as {an APRN, PA, CRNA, CNM} via appropriate reference letters from physicians and other practitioners must be able to be obtained during the Medical Staff appointment process in order to be eligible.

LICENSURE

Active PA Certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), Connecticut State Physician Assistant License, ACLS / BLS Certified, when indicated for position profile DEA License, when indicated for pediatric position profile PALS, when indicated for neonatal care NRP Certification. Additional licensure, certifications and / or continuing education credits may be required during employment based on position and area of specialty.