Pediatric Surgery Physician Assistant Collaborative Surgical Care Team

Ascension St Vincent; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Ascension St Vincent in Tucson is looking for a dedicated Physician Assistant to join a pediatric surgical team. This role encompasses hospital and clinic responsibilities within a collaborative environment, ensuring high-quality care for children.

The ideal candidate should have completed an accredited PA program, possess an Arizona PA license (or be in the process of obtaining it), and have strong clinical assessment skills. Relocation assistance and a sign-on bonus may be available based on eligibility.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Arizona PA license (or ability to obtain).
• Two years of experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform histories and physical exams.
• Evaluate new patients with operative and nonoperative pediatric surgery needs.
• Manage follow up patients with nonoperative conditions.
• Assist with pre and postoperative care.

Skills

Clinical assessment skills

Procedural skills

Communication skills

Education

Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program

Arizona PA license

CPR

ACLS

Job description

Position Summary

TMCOne, in partnership with Arizona Pediatric Surgery, is seeking a Physician Assistant to join our pediatric surgical team serving Tucson and Southern Arizona. This role supports the surgical side of the practice (not urology) and includes both hospital based and clinic responsibilities.

Position Highlights

• Monday–Friday schedule
• 4 days in the hospital, 1 clinic day
• 6 days of call per month, taken from home
• Collaborative pediatric surgery team providing high-quality care to children and families

Responsibilities

• Perform histories and physical exams
• Evaluate new patients with operative and nonoperative pediatric surgery needs
• Manage follow up patients with nonoperative conditions (e.g., pectus carinatum)
• Provide care for abscesses, stitches/drains, gastrostomy tubes, and stomas
• Train in neonatal circumcision and manage related patient care
• Assist with pre and postoperative care

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong clinical assessment and procedural skills
• Knowledge of PA practice regulations and prescribing guidelines
• Ability to manage chronic care and discharge planning
• Familiarity with CPT and ICD10 coding
• Strong communication skills with patients, families, and care teams

Additional Incentives

• Relocation assistance and sign on bonus available based on eligibility

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Arizona PA license (or ability to obtain)
• CPR and DEA required
• ACLS required (department specific)
• Two years of experience preferred, but not required

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