General Surgery - Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner RNFA - Syracuse, NY

NONPF; City of Syracuse (NY); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting bonus $5,000

Retention bonus $5,000

Relocation assistance eligible

Shift differentials for evening/night/

Job summary

St. Josephs Health in Syracuse, NY is seeking a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner with RNFA certification to join our General Surgery team. The role involves first assisting in the OR, post-operative rounds, and coordination of care in a dynamic surgical environment.

The position offers varied shifts including 8-, 10-, 12-hour schedules, with weekend or overnight options to support a team-based approach and excellent patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program or Nurse Practitioner program with RNFA certification.
• NYS license (or eligible).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Manage post operative care, including daily rounds and ongoing assessment.
• Provide patient education, care coordination, and discharge planning.
• Order, review, and interpret labs and diagnostic tests as appropriate.
• First assist in the OR supporting a team of general surgeons.
• Collaborate closely with surgeons and APP colleagues to implement and adjust treatment plans.
• Mix of operating room time and floor-based responsibilities including advanced and robotic procedures.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

PA program graduate or NP program with RNFA certification

Job description

St. Josephs Health is seeking a Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner with RNFA certification to join our General Surgery team in Syracuse, NY. Join a collaborative surgical team committed to high quality, patient centered care with strong system support and a team-focused environment.

Position Details:

• Manage post operative care, including daily rounds and ongoing assessment
• Provide patient education, care coordination, and discharge planning
• Order, review, and interpret labs and diagnostic tests as appropriate
• First assist in the OR supporting a team of general surgeons
• Collaborate closely with surgeons and APP colleagues to implement and adjust treatment plans
• Mix of operating room time and floor-based responsibilities including advanced and robotic procedures

Opportunity Highlights:

• Exposure to a wide range of surgical specialties and techniques
• Supportive, team based surgical environment with experienced providers
• Flexible scheduling offering home/work life balance
• Variety of Shifts Available:
• Traditional Full-time Schedule: (5) 8-hour, (4) 10-hour, and (3) 12-hour; mix of mostly days plus evenings, overnights, and weekends as needed
• Weekend Track Shifts: 12-hour or 24-hour shifts (Friday-Sunday)
• Evening Shifts: 8-hour or 10-hour shifts (Monday-Sunday)
• Overnight Shifts: 8-hour, 10-hour, or 12-hour shifts (Monday-Sunday)

Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program or Nurse Practitioner program w/ RNFA certification.
• NYS license (or eligible).
• Previous experience in general surgery or a related field is preferred, new graduates accepted.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Compensation:

• Competitive salary range: $49.33 to $74.08 (DOE) plus $10-$12/hr shift differentials for evening, overnight, and weekend hours
• This salary reflects the starting range of total compensation and does not include potential productivity bonuses, quality performance incentives, or other forms of cash compensation. The salary range is provided in accordance with state law and may vary based on individual qualifications and experience.
• Starting bonus: $5,000
• Retention bonus: $5,000
• Relocation assistance eligible

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage
• Paid malpractice, including tail coverage
• CME time & $2,500 annual expense allowance
• Paid time away from the practice
• 403b Retirement savings program
• Loan Repayment:Our institution qualifies as an eligible employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.