Animas Surgical Hospital
Job Title
Physician Assistant, Surgical Job Summary
The Surgical Physician Assistant (PA) provides comprehensive medical care to surgical patients under the supervision of a licensed surgeon. This role includes pre-operative assessment, intraoperative assistance, and post-operative management to ensure high-quality, safe, and effective patient care throughout the surgical continuum. Reports To
Supervising Physician | Director, Outpatient Services Salary Range
$123,760 - $180,752 (salary range is intentionally broad as pay will bedeterminedbased on qualifications,experienceand eligibility for bonuses) Essential Job Functions
Perform pre-operative patient evaluations, including history and physical examinations Assist surgeons during operative procedures, including first assist duties as credentialed Manage post-operative care, including rounding, wound care, and discharge planning Order and interpret diagnostic tests, labs, and imaging within scope of practice Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with the surgical team Document patient encounters accurately in electronic health record (EHR) systems Communicate effectively with patients, families, surgeons, nurses, and ancillary staff Ensure compliance with clinical protocols, patient safety standards, and regulatory requirements Additional Duties
Participate in on-call coverage and surgical rotations as required Assist with patient education regarding procedures, recovery, and follow-up care Support quality improvement initiatives and clinical best practices Participate in departmental meetings, training, and continuing medical education Perform other duties as assigned by supervising physician or administration Minimum Requirements
Education
Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program Current Physician Assistant licensure in the state of practice NCCPA certification (preferred) Experience
Previous experience in a surgical setting preferred (new graduates may be considered depending on specialty) Experience assisting in operative procedures and managing post-operative patients preferred Physical Requirements
Ability to stand for prolonged periods during surgical procedures Ability to lift, position, and transfer patients as needed (up to 50 pounds with assistance) Manual dexterity to perform surgical assisting and clinical procedures Ability to work in fast-paced, high-stress environments Working Conditions/Environmental Exposures
Environmental hazards such as chemicals, solvents, needles, needle containers, sharps, blood, body fluids, various infectious/communicable diseases, infectious medical waste, radiation, and/or radioactive materials and/or radioactive waste, proximity to moving mechanical parts. Protective clothing/equipment may be necessary. ASH IMMUNIZATIONS AND VACCINATIONS REQUIREMENTS – Aligns with CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) for Healthcare Personnel
Hepatitis B- Lab evidence of immunity (titer) to Hepatitis B or three doses Hep B vaccine at appropriate intervals Influenza- documentation of current seasonal flu vaccine (mandatory from November 1st through March 31st each year) Measles, Mumps, and Rubella - Lab evidence of immunity (titer) to Measles, Mumps, and Rubella or 2 doses of MMR Vaccination Varicella (chickenpox) - Lab evidence of immunity (titer) to Varicella or 2 doses of Varicella Vaccine Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (Tdap) - documented proof of immunization Tuberculosis Screening - Documentation of a two-step TB skin test within the past year OR lab verification of a negative TB Gold or T-Spot tuberculin test within the past 6 months * VACCINE RECORDS OR EVIDENCE OF IMMUNITY ARE REQUIRED PRIOR TO 1ST DAY OF SCHEDULED WORK
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Physician Assistant, Surgical Job Summary
The Surgical Physician Assistant (PA) provides comprehensive medical care to surgical patients under the supervision of a licensed surgeon. This role includes pre-operative assessment, intraoperative assistance, and post-operative management to ensure high-quality, safe, and effective patient care throughout the surgical continuum. Reports To
Supervising Physician | Director, Outpatient Services Salary Range
$123,760 - $180,752 (salary range is intentionally broad as pay will bedeterminedbased on qualifications,experienceand eligibility for bonuses) Essential Job Functions
Perform pre-operative patient evaluations, including history and physical examinations Assist surgeons during operative procedures, including first assist duties as credentialed Manage post-operative care, including rounding, wound care, and discharge planning Order and interpret diagnostic tests, labs, and imaging within scope of practice Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with the surgical team Document patient encounters accurately in electronic health record (EHR) systems Communicate effectively with patients, families, surgeons, nurses, and ancillary staff Ensure compliance with clinical protocols, patient safety standards, and regulatory requirements Additional Duties
Participate in on-call coverage and surgical rotations as required Assist with patient education regarding procedures, recovery, and follow-up care Support quality improvement initiatives and clinical best practices Participate in departmental meetings, training, and continuing medical education Perform other duties as assigned by supervising physician or administration Minimum Requirements
Education
Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program Current Physician Assistant licensure in the state of practice NCCPA certification (preferred) Experience
Previous experience in a surgical setting preferred (new graduates may be considered depending on specialty) Experience assisting in operative procedures and managing post-operative patients preferred Physical Requirements
Ability to stand for prolonged periods during surgical procedures Ability to lift, position, and transfer patients as needed (up to 50 pounds with assistance) Manual dexterity to perform surgical assisting and clinical procedures Ability to work in fast-paced, high-stress environments Working Conditions/Environmental Exposures
Environmental hazards such as chemicals, solvents, needles, needle containers, sharps, blood, body fluids, various infectious/communicable diseases, infectious medical waste, radiation, and/or radioactive materials and/or radioactive waste, proximity to moving mechanical parts. Protective clothing/equipment may be necessary. ASH IMMUNIZATIONS AND VACCINATIONS REQUIREMENTS – Aligns with CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) for Healthcare Personnel
Hepatitis B- Lab evidence of immunity (titer) to Hepatitis B or three doses Hep B vaccine at appropriate intervals Influenza- documentation of current seasonal flu vaccine (mandatory from November 1st through March 31st each year) Measles, Mumps, and Rubella - Lab evidence of immunity (titer) to Measles, Mumps, and Rubella or 2 doses of MMR Vaccination Varicella (chickenpox) - Lab evidence of immunity (titer) to Varicella or 2 doses of Varicella Vaccine Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (Tdap) - documented proof of immunization Tuberculosis Screening - Documentation of a two-step TB skin test within the past year OR lab verification of a negative TB Gold or T-Spot tuberculin test within the past 6 months * VACCINE RECORDS OR EVIDENCE OF IMMUNITY ARE REQUIRED PRIOR TO 1ST DAY OF SCHEDULED WORK
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