General Surgery PA: First Assist with Sign-On Bonus

Vogrinc Search Group; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

CME allowance

Malpractice coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Vogrinc Search Group is seeking a Physician Assistant for a General Surgery role in Alabama. This full-time, hospital-based position emphasizes first-assist duties, perioperative care, and collaborative patient management.

The ideal candidate has a PA degree, board certification, AL license eligibility, and strong surgical experience. A supportive team environment and opportunities for CME, relocation, and professional growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Active Alabama PA license or eligibility to obtain.
• BLS and ACLS certification (or willingness to obtain).
• General surgery experience preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as first assist during general surgery in the OR.
• Provide preoperative and postoperative care, including hospital rounds.
• Perform history, physicals, and perioperative assessments.
• Coordinate care plans 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 and patient safety initiatives.

Skills

OR first‑assist

Team collaboration

Patient communication

Education

PA degree

Board-certified PA

Job description

Vogrinc Search Group is seeking a Physician Assistant for a General Surgery role in Alabama. This full-time, hospital-based position emphasizes first-assist duties, perioperative care, and collaborative patient management.

The ideal candidate has a PA degree, board certification, AL license eligibility, and strong surgical experience. A supportive team environment and opportunities for CME, relocation, and professional growth are offered.