Locum PA (Physician's Assistant) General Surgery

Description

. This contract, on-site position offers an exciting opportunity to provide high-quality surgical care and support within a dynamic healthcare environment.

As a Locum PA in General Surgery, you will play a vital role in assisting surgeons during procedures, managing preoperative and postoperative patient care, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. This locum tenens contract provides flexibility and the opportunity to gain valuable experience in our busy surgical practice.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and obtain detailed medical histories.
• Assist attending surgeons during surgical procedures in the operating room.
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests, including laboratory work and imaging.
• Perform surgical duties such as suturing, wound care, and minor bedside procedures.
• Develop and manage patient care plans for preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative stages.
• Monitor patients' recovery and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
• Coordinate with nursing staff and surgical teams to ensure efficient and safe patient care.
• Educate patients and their families about surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and aftercare.
• Maintain accurate, thorough, and timely medical records.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, medical regulations, and quality standards.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant (PA) degree program.
• Current and valid PA licensure in the state of Tennessee, or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Clinical experience in general surgery or a related surgical specialty suitable for an Associate-level role.
• Strong patient assessment and clinical decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities for patient and team interactions.
• Capacity to thrive in a fast-paced, on-site clinical environment.
• Ability to work a contract schedule as required by the practice.
• Commitment to high standards of patient safety, quality care, and ethical practice.

Schedule: 7p-7a, 3-4 shifts/week

In-house call

Daily Volume: 1-2 admissions/consults, ~5 calls

Duties: Respond to floor calls, evaluate ER consults, complete admission orders and H&Ps, and perform procedures/operations overnight occasionally

EMR: Epic

Must be board-certified

Paid travel & expenses