Physician Assistant - Surgery

Potsdam, United States | Posted on 08/13/2026 On-Call Shift Schedule: Weeknight call: 5p-7a; Weekend call: Fri 5p – Mon 7a (Round Sat-Sun 8a-12p) JOB OVERVIEW Job Id: Y-PA-3425785 Profession: Physician Assistant Specialty: Surgery 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Adelphi Medical Staffing, LLC