General Surgery PA: OR Team, Growth & Benefits

Silverlining Primary Health; Empire (NV); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Licensing and certification fees paid

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Continuing education support including

ATLS training expenses coverage

Job summary

Silverlining Primary Health in Empire, NV seeks a General Surgery Physician Assistant to join our onsite Surgical Center. The role involves pre-operative assessments, intra-operative assistance, and comprehensive post-operative care alongside a respected general surgeon.

You will manage patient care through rounds, orders, admissions and discharges, and provide education to patients and families. Our team emphasizes collaboration, ongoing learning, and commitment to high-quality surgical

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies from an accredited program.
• Current board certification as a Physician Assistant.
• Nevada state licensure as a Physician Assistant.
• DEA license for prescribing and managing medications.
• ATLS certification within the first 12 months of employment.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough patient assessments and diagnostics, including health histories and physical exams.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with supervising surgeon.
• Assist in the operating room during procedures as first assistant or for minor surgeries.
• Manage patient care processes with daily rounds, medication orders, and admissions/discharges.
• Educate patients and families on pre-operative and post-operative care instructions.
• Maintain comprehensive medical records and documentation per standards.
• Demonstrate strong communication with patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team.

Education

Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies

Nevada PA State Licensure

DEA License

ATLS Certification (within first 12 months)

American Heart Association BLS certification

Job description

Silverlining Primary Health in Empire, NV seeks a General Surgery Physician Assistant to join our onsite Surgical Center. The role involves pre-operative assessments, intra-operative assistance, and comprehensive post-operative care alongside a respected general surgeon.

You will manage patient care through rounds, orders, admissions and discharges, and provide education to patients and families. Our team emphasizes collaboration, ongoing learning, and commitment to high-quality surgical