General Surgery PA — First-Assist, High-Impact Care

United Future; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Relocation Assistance

Malpractice Coverage

CME Allowance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Job summary

United Future is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to join our General Surgery team in a hospital setting. The role emphasizes OR first-assist duties, thorough perioperative care, and collaboration with surgeons to deliver high-quality results.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of surgical experience, an active Alabama PA license or eligibility, and certifications (BLS/ACLS). We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and relocation support.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Board-Certified PA with Alabama license or eligibility.
• BLS and ACLS certifications, or willingness to obtain them.
• Experience in general surgery or subspecialties preferred.
• Strong OR first-assist capabilities and procedural competency.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as first assist during general surgery procedures.
• Provide preoperative and postoperative care, including hospital rounding.
• Conduct histories, physicals, and perioperative assessments.
• Coordinate care plans and surgical consults with the attending surgeon.
• Perform bedside procedures (wound care, drain removal, suturing, staples).
• Educate patients and families on procedures and recovery.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for optimal outcomes.
• Maintain accurate EHR documentation.
• Engage in quality improvement, workflow optimization, and patient safety.

Skills

First assist OR

Communication & teamwork

BLS/ACLS certification

Education

PA program graduate

Job description

United Future is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to join our General Surgery team in a hospital setting. The role emphasizes OR first-assist duties, thorough perioperative care, and collaboration with surgeons to deliver high-quality results.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of surgical experience, an active Alabama PA license or eligibility, and certifications (BLS/ACLS). We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and relocation support.