Physician Assistant - Surgery

Physician Assistant

Job Type: Locum Tenens

Location: Potsdam, NY

Service Setting: Hospital

Coverage Type: Clinical + Call

Coverage Period: Dec 14, 2026 Jun 14, 2027

On-Call Shift Schedule: Weeknight call: 5p-7a; Weekend call: Fri 5p Mon 7a (Round Sat-Sun 8a-12p)

Coverage Dates:

• Dec 14, 2026 Dec 18, 2026 (7am-5pm)
• Dec 18, 2026 Dec 21, 2026 (5pm-7am)
• Dec 28, 2026 Dec 30, 2026 (3x12s)

Patient Information:

• Patient Demographics: Adults
• Case Mix: General Surgery, OB/GYN, Orthopedics

Facility Information:

• No. of Beds in Department: 109
• EMR System: Epic
• Reason for Coverage: PRN Coverage

Required Procedures:

• Cauterizing wounds and vessels
• Packing sponges in body
• Positioning patient to maintain circulation and access for surgeon
• Placing clamps and sutures
• Closing skin with adhesives, sutures, or staples
• Applying direct pressure on veins and tissue
• Performing or aiding in patient suction, drainage, and irrigation
• Hemostasis: stopping of excess bleeding and blood flow
• Immobilizing patients on the operating table

Job Requirements:

• Licenses: Active New York License
• Board: Board Certified (Physician Assistant)
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, ATLS (AHA)
• Experience: Minimum 2 years recent experience in surgery
• Other Qualifications: Epic experience required; No residents or fellows accepted

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive care to hospitalized patients as a Physician Assistant in General Surgery, OB/GYN, and Orthopedics.
• Serve as Surgical First Assist in the Operating Room, including cauterizing, suturing, positioning, and hemostasis.
• Perform Medical Surgical Floor coverage including rounding, progress notes, order management, discharges, and consults.
• Participate in on-call coverage including weeknight and weekend shifts.
• Collaborate with physicians, anesthesia, and nursing staff to ensure patient safety and quality care.