Locum PA (Physician's Assistant) General Surgery

77 consultants; Pequannock Township (NJ); Vor Ort; USD 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Paid travel & expenses

Zusammenfassung

77 consultants seeks a Locum Physician Assistant to support the surgical team in a fast-paced, on-site contract role in Pequannock Township, NJ. The PA will assist in the OR, provide pre/postoperative care, and collaborate with attending surgeons to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds an accredited PA degree, an unrestricted license, and experience in general surgery; BLS/ACLS may be required on hire. This on-site position offers travel and expense coverage.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in PA studies or equivalent required.
• Active, unrestricted PA license in NJ or state of practice.
• PA with associate-level experience in general surgery preferred.

Aufgaben

• Assist attending surgeons in the operating room as first assistant for general and colorectal procedures.
• Perform comprehensive H&Ps and document findings.
• Develop and implement treatment plans with the surgical team.
• Order/interpret labs and imaging to guide care.
• Provide pre/postoperative care and wound management.
• Document encounters in EMR accurately.
• Respond to emergencies and provide surgical coverage as needed.
• Communicate with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Adhere to hospital policies, safety protocols, and regulatory standards.

Kenntnisse

Clinical assessment

Emergency response

Communication

On-call adaptability

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies

PA license (unrestricted)

Tools

Epic EMR

Jobbeschreibung

Description

. This contract, on-site position offers a unique opportunity to provide high-quality surgical care within a reputable medical practice. As a Locum PA, you will play a critical role in supporting our surgical team and ensuring exceptional patient outcomes.

In this role, you will work directly with attending surgeons and healthcare professionals to manage preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative care. Your clinical expertise and ability to adapt quickly will be essential in this dynamic, fast-paced environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced PA seeking flexibility and professional growth in a contract capacity.

Responsibilities

• Assist attending surgeons in the operating room, including first-assist duties during general surgery procedures.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including history taking and physical examinations.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the surgical team.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as labs and imaging, to guide patient care.
• Provide preoperative and postoperative care, including wound management and patient education.
• Document patient encounters accurately and thoroughly in electronic medical records.
• Respond to emergencies and provide surgical coverage as needed.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary healthcare providers.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, safety protocols, and regulatory standards.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program with a master’s degree or equivalent certification.
• Current and unrestricted PA license in the state of practice.
• Associate-level experience as a Physician Assistant, preferably in general surgery or a related surgical specialty.
• BLS and ACLS certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and procedural skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to work effectively with surgical teams and patients.
• Ability to work on-site in Pequannock Township and adapt to a contract, fast-paced schedule.
• Proficiency in electronic medical record (EMR) systems and documentation standards.
• Commitment to patient safety, quality care, and ethical practice.
• Flexibility to cover varying surgical schedules and on-call requirements as needed.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8-hour shifts

No call required

Case Types: General and colorectal surgery

Duties: First assist and ICU rounding

EMR: Epic

Must be board-certified

Robotic experience preferred

Paid travel & expenses