General Surgery - Physician Assistant Opportunity with Academic Health System

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPosition: Physician Assistant – General Surgery Location: Dothan, Alabama Schedule: Full-Time | PermanentOrganization Overview This opportunity is with a respected, community-based academic health system serving Southeast Alabama, Southwest Georgia, and the Florida Panhandle. This is the region’s largest not-for-profit hospital and an extensive primary care and specialty clinic network.The system includes a large regional medical center, a physician group, a foundation, and affiliations with a college of osteopathic medicine, supporting residency programs in internal medicine, transitional year, and pharmacy. It is deeply committed to clinical excellence, education, and improving the health and quality of life across the communities it serves.The flagship medical center is a 420-bed regional referral hub serving over 460,000 residents. It is recognized as a Comprehensive Stroke Center, Level II Trauma Center, and Chest Pain Center, and also operates the region’s only Level III NICU and inpatient pediatric unit.With a medical staff of over 200 physicians across nearly every specialty, the organization fosters a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. Ongoing expansion efforts, including significant facility growth, reflect its continued investment in advanced care delivery and innovation.Position Summary The facility is seeking a Physician Assistant to join its established General Surgery team in Dothan, Alabama.This position offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced surgeons in both inpatient and outpatient settings, assisting with the management of surgical patients throughout the continuum of care. Responsibilities include first assisting in the operating room, conducting patient evaluations, providing perioperative care, and supporting postoperative recovery.The Physician Assistant will work in a collaborative environment with surgeons, advanced practice providers, nursing staff, and other specialists to deliver high-quality surgical care to a diverse patient population.Essential Position Responsibilities Assist surgeons in the operating room as a first assist during general surgical proceduresPerform preoperative evaluations and postoperative follow-up visitsConduct patient histories, physical examinations, and assessmentsDevelop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with supervising surgeonsManage inpatient surgical patients, including admissions, consultations, and daily roundsOrder and interpret laboratory tests, imaging studies, and other diagnostic proceduresProvide patient and family education regarding surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and postoperative carePerform bedside procedures within scope of practice and institutional guidelinesMaintain accurate and timely documentation within the electronic health record (EHR)Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated patient careQualificationsEducation Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant programLicensure & Certification Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)Eligible for or holding an active Alabama Physician Assistant licenseCurrent DEA registration or eligibility to obtainCurrent BLS certification requiredACLS certification preferredExperience Previous surgical or general surgery experience preferredNew graduates with strong surgical rotations may be consideredStrong clinical, communication, and teamwork skills requiredCompensation and Environment Competitive compensation packageComprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plansMalpractice coverageCME allowance plus paid CME timePaid time off and reimbursement for licenses and professional feesRelocation assistance availableModern surgical facilities with advanced technology and dedicated support staffCollaborative physician-led environment focused on quality outcomes and patient-centered careThank you for your time, and I look forward to connecting soon!Manish Parashar Recruiter | The Provider Finder View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io