Physician Assistant

Hudson Regional Hospital; Bayonne (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Hudson Regional Hospital in Bayonne, NJ is seeking a Surgical (Orthopedic & Spine Surgery) Physician Assistant (PA-C) to support the full continuum of patient care—from preoperative evaluations to surgical first-assisting and postoperative management.

You will collaborate with supervising surgeons and an interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal outcomes, maintain safety standards, and deliver compassionate care. Candidates should be a PA-C with NJ license; orthopedic/spine experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current, unrestricted license to practice as a Physician Assistant (or APRN) in New Jersey.
• Active PA-C certification.
• Experience in Orthopedic and Spine surgery or related field preferred.
• Strong clinical and critical thinking abilities; ability to work autonomously and within a team.
• Excellent communication with patients and healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive preoperative evaluations and participate in surgical first-assisting.
• Perform perioperative care including postoperative management and clinic rounds.
• Coordinate care with surgeons and interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
• Educate patients and families about conditions, treatment options, and postoperative care.
• Document patient encounters and treatment plans accurately in the EMR.

Skills

Clinical skills

Critical thinking

Autonomy

Team collaboration

Patient communication

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program

Job description

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Full Time Non Union Professional Bayonne, NJ, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 3651

Salary Range: $120,000.00 To $125,000.00 Annually

SURGICAL (Orthopedic & Spine Surgery) Physician Assistant (PA-C)

Location: New Jersey

Job Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Physician Assistant to join our Hospital System. In this dynamic role, you will be integral to the entire continuum of patient care—from initial preoperative evaluations and surgical first-assisting to postoperative management and clinic rounds.

Working collaboratively with our supervising surgeons and an interdisciplinary healthcare team, you will play a critical role in ensuring optimal patient outcomes, maintaining rigorous safety standards, and delivering compassionate care to our patient community.

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Evaluation: Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, including thorough medical history reviews, physical examinations, and the ordering/interpreting of relevant diagnostic tests.
• Surgical Assisting: Serve as First Assist in Orthopedic and Spine surgical procedures as directed by the surgeon, ensuring strict adherence to sterile techniques and patient safety protocols.
• Perioperative Care: Provide complete preoperative and postoperative care, including conducting clinic visits and rounding on postoperative patients in the hospital.
• Care Coordination: Collaborate with the surgical and interdisciplinary teams to develop, implement, and manage tailored patient care plans. Monitor patient progress, adjust treatments as necessary, and promptly address any complications or concerns.
• Patient Education: Serve as a resource for patients and their families, educating them thoroughly on their condition, available treatment options, and essential postoperative care instructions.
• Clinical Documentation: Accurately and comprehensively document all patient encounters, procedures, and treatment plans within the electronic medical record (EMR) system.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Licensure: Current, unrestricted license to practice as a Physician Assistant (or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse) in the State of New Jersey.
• Certification: Active certification as a Physician Assistant (PA-C).
• Experience: Prior experience in Orthopedic and Spine surgery or a closely related surgical field is preferred, though not strictly required.
• Core Skills: Strong clinical and critical thinking capabilities. Must possess the ability to work autonomously as well as seamlessly within a collaborative team environment.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively and empathetically interact with patients, families, and fellow healthcare professionals.

Schedule & Hours

• Rotating 12-hour shifts (Monday–Saturday).
• On-call coverage required for weekends and holidays.
• Required to work within the Hudson county Hospital Network.