General Surgery Physician Assistant | First Assist, Sign-On Bonus

SPG; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Malpractice coverage

CME allowance with paid time

Medical, dental, vision, retirement

Job summary

SPG in Alabama is seeking a Physician Assistant specialized in General Surgery to join the hospital-based surgical team. The role requires 1–2 years of surgical experience and offers a dynamic, high-acuity environment with opportunities for advancement.

Responsibilities include first assist in procedures, perioperative care, and contributing to quality initiatives, with a comprehensive benefits package and a sign-on bonus. Join a collaborative team focused on patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Board-certified with active Alabama PA license or eligibility.
• BLS and ACLS required or able to obtain.
• Experience in general surgery preferred.
• Strong OR first-assist capabilities and surgical competency.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as first assist in general surgery procedures.
• Provide preoperative and postoperative care and rounds.
• Perform H&P and perioperative assessments.
• Coordinate care plans with surgeon and team.
• Perform bedside procedures (wound care, drains, suturing).
• Educate patients and families on procedures and recovery.
• Maintain accurate EHR documentation.
• Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.

Skills

PA Certification

Alabama PA License

BLS & ACLS

General Surgery experience

First-assist

Team communication

Education

Physician Assistant Program Graduate

Board Certified PA

Job description

SPG in Alabama is seeking a Physician Assistant specialized in General Surgery to join the hospital-based surgical team. The role requires 1–2 years of surgical experience and offers a dynamic, high-acuity environment with opportunities for advancement.

Responsibilities include first assist in procedures, perioperative care, and contributing to quality initiatives, with a comprehensive benefits package and a sign-on bonus. Join a collaborative team focused on patient-centered care.