Physician Assistant - General Surgery - $100K-135K

Job Description

Physician Assistant – General Surgery\n

Hospital-Based | Full-Time | OR First Assist & Inpatient Care

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A well-supported surgical team is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant with a strong background in General Surgery to join a busy hospital-based practice. This role is ideal for a PA who enjoys hands-on surgical care, inpatient management, and working closely with surgeons in a high-acuity environment.

The Opportunity\n

As a key member of the surgical team, you’ll play an integral role in both the operating room and inpatient setting. This position offers a balanced mix of OR first assist responsibilities, perioperative care, and patient management , supported by a collaborative, multidisciplinary care team.

Key Responsibilities\n

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  Serve as first assist during general surgery procedures

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  Provide comprehensive preoperative and postoperative care , including daily hospital rounds

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  Perform patient evaluations, including histories, physical exams, and perioperative assessments

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  Coordinate surgical consults and care plans in collaboration with attending surgeons

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  Perform bedside procedures such as wound care, drain and staple removal, and suturing

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  Educate patients and families on surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and follow-up care

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  Collaborate with nursing, anesthesia, and specialty teams to ensure optimal outcomes

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  Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR)

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  Participate in quality improvement, workflow optimization, and patient safety initiatives

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Qualifications\n

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  Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program

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  Board-Certified Physician Assistant

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  Active Alabama PA license or eligibility to obtain

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  1–2+ years of experience in General Surgery or a surgical subspecialty preferred

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  Strong OR first-assist skills and procedural confidence

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  BLS and ACLS certification (or willingness to obtain)

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  Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented mindset

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Compensation & Benefits\n

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  Competitive base salary with productivity incentives

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  Lucrative sign-on bonus and relocation assistance

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  Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans

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  Malpractice insurance coverage

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  CME allowance with paid CME time

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  Paid time off

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  Reimbursement for licensure and certification expenses

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  Supportive, team-focused surgical environment with strong clinical resources

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Why This Role Stands Out\n

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  Hands-on surgical role with meaningful OR time

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  Hospital-based position with strong physician collaboration

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  Opportunity to grow clinically in a high-quality surgical program

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  Emphasis on teamwork, efficiency, and excellent patient care

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The Bottom Line\n

This is a high-impact General Surgery PA role for a motivated clinician who wants to stay clinically sharp, work closely with surgeons, and be part of a collaborative hospital-based team.