Physician Assistant (Surgical 1st Assistant)

Physician Assistant – Surgical First Assistant

Take your surgical career to the next level in a role that blends hands-on operating room experience with meaningful patient care across the surgical continuum. This opportunity is ideal for a Physician Assistant who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys being an integral part of a high-performing surgical team.

Your Role

You'll work closely with the Chief of Surgery, as well as Vascular and Oncology Surgeons—serving as a First Assist in the OR while also supporting patients before and after surgery in the clinical setting.

What You'll Do

• Act as First Assist in the operating room
• Support pre-operative evaluations and post-operative follow-up care
• Participate in clinic responsibilities and patient management
• Assist with inpatient rounding as needed
• Coordinate communication with referring and primary care providers to ensure seamless continuity of care

What You Bring

• Current New York State Physician Assistant license
• National Certification (NCCPA)
• Valid DEA license
• BLS and ACLS certifications
• Strong clinical assessment and communication skills
• Confidence working in both surgical and clinical environments

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $125,000 – $135,000
• Competitive compensation with incentives
• Student loan repayment support
• Sign-on bonus
• On-site child daycare
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Supportive, collaborative surgical team
• Opportunities for growth and advancement

If you're looking for a role where you can be hands-on in the OR while building strong patient relationships beyond surgery, this position offers the perfect balance.