Surgical PA - Obstetrics & Gynecology

MaineGeneral Medical Center is seeking a dedicated and experienced Surgical Physician Assistant to join our growing OB/GYN team in Augusta and Waterville, Maine. This is a full-time, dynamic position designed for an experienced surgical APP who thrives in a collaborative environment encompassing first-assist surgical responsibilities, inpatient rounding, and robust outpatient clinic support.

As an integral member of our multi-disciplinary women's health team, you will bridge the gap between surgical intervention and continuity of care. Your time will be split between the operating room, inpatient hospital units, and the outpatient clinic, ensuring exceptional patient-centered care through every phase of the patient's surgical journey.

Key Responsibilities

• Surgical First Assisting: Serve as a dedicated first assist to our OB/GYN surgeons during inpatient and outpatient operative procedures, utilizing state-of-the-art facilities and technology (including access to the Da Vinci surgical robot). Experience with using the surgical robot, preferred.

• Pre- & Post-Operative Office Support: Conduct comprehensive outpatient and clinical assessments, consults, and workups for upcoming surgeries. Manage post-operative follow-up visits, wound care, and recovery path assessments.

• Inpatient Rounding: Perform daily rounds on surgical patients, coordinate cross-functional care plans, manage acute post-operative complications, and facilitate timely hospital discharges.

• Collaborative Care : Partner with highly collegial OB/GYN physicians, certified nurse midwives, APP's, and support staff to provide seamless maternal and gynecological healthcare.

What We Offer

Work-Life Balance: MaineGeneral is deeply committed to staff wellness, offering a Monday - Friday schedule, with dedicated administrative time and no on call responsibility, as well as generous earned time off.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive health, dental and vision package, robust retirement options with employer contributions, and malpractice coverage.

Professional Growth: General Continuing Medical Education (CME) financial allowance and dedicated time off to ensure you remain at the forefront of surgical advancements.

Requirements

Licensure: Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Associate program with the eligibility for an active, unrestricted license to practice in the State of Maine.

Certification: National certification as an NP or PA, with active Surgical First Assist certification preferred.

Experience: Minimum of two years of direct surgical first-assisting experience is strongly preferred, with a focus on general surgery or OB/GYN procedures.