General Surgery Physician Assistant — Mon-Fri, Call Coverage

Ascension; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Ascension in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Physician Assistant for General Surgery with 1.0 FTE and a 36 patient contact hour schedule. The role involves direct patient care, diagnoses, and collaboration with a team of providers in an EPIC environment.

The ideal candidate has a Wisconsin PA credential, BLS, and preferred ALS, with a Master's degree and prior PA experience. This full-time position supports Ascension Columbia St. Mary’s Hospital and offers comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physician Assistant in Wisconsin (or eligible) prior to hire.
• BLS provider certification required; ALS preferred.
• Graduate of accredited PA program; Masters preferred.

Responsibilities

• Take comprehensive patient histories and perform physical examinations.
• Order and interpret diagnostic procedures to guide clinical decisions.
• Develop and manage direct treatment plans for surgical and specialty conditions.
• Provide counseling and health education to patients and families.
• Document care thoroughly and coordinate with the team on patient care.

Skills

Patient assessment

Clinical decision making

Patient counseling

Education

Master's degree in PA studies

Graduate of PA program

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Ascension in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Physician Assistant for General Surgery with 1.0 FTE and a 36 patient contact hour schedule. The role involves direct patient care, diagnoses, and collaboration with a team of providers in an EPIC environment.

The ideal candidate has a Wisconsin PA credential, BLS, and preferred ALS, with a Master's degree and prior PA experience. This full-time position supports Ascension Columbia St. Mary’s Hospital and offers comprehensive benefits.