Physician Assistant General Surgery

Tom Trese; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Malpractice coverage

CME allowance with paid CME time

Paid time off

Relocation Assistance

Sign on Bonus

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Alabama is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant specializing in General Surgery. This full-time position involves acting as first assist during surgeries and providing both preoperative and postoperative care. Ideal candidates will have a strong surgical background and excellent communication and collaboration skills in a team environment. The role offers competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and relocation assistance, fostering a supportive surgical environment focused on high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Board-Certified Physician Assistant with an active Alabama PA license or eligibility to obtain.
• BLS and ACLS certifications, or willingness to obtain them.
• Proven experience in general surgery or surgical subspecialties preferred.
• Strong OR first-assist capabilities and procedural competency.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Act as first assist during general surgery procedures within the operating room.
• Deliver comprehensive preoperative and postoperative care.
• Conduct thorough patient evaluations and coordinate care plans.
• Perform bedside procedures such as wound care and suturing.
• Perform bedside procedures such as wound care, drain removal, suturing, and staple removal.
• Educate and counsel patients and their families on surgical procedures and recovery.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary care teams to ensure optimal surgical outcomes.
• Maintain accurate documentation within the electronic health record (EHR).
• Engage in quality improvement initiatives, workflow optimization, and patient safety efforts.

Skills

Surgical experience

Communication skills

Collaboration

Procedural competency

BLS/ACLS readiness

Education

Accredited Physician Assistant program

Board-Certified Physician Assistant

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Job description

Physician Assistant - General Surgery

Schedule: Full-Time | Hospital-Based Role | Surgical & Perioperative Care

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Physician Assistant with a strong foundation in General Surgery to join our surgical team. This role is ideal for a candidate with a minimum of 1–2 years of surgical experience, looking to leverage their expertise in a dynamic and high-acuity environment.

Responsibilities

• Act as first assist during general surgery procedures within the operating room.
• Deliver comprehensive preoperative and postoperative care, including hospital rounding.
• Conduct thorough patient evaluations, including history, physicals, and perioperative assessments.
• Coordinate care plans and surgical consults in collaboration with the attending surgeon.
• Perform bedside procedures such as wound care, drain removal, suturing, and staple removal.
• Educate and counsel patients and their families on surgical procedures and recovery.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary care teams to ensure optimal surgical outcomes.
• Maintain accurate documentation within the electronic health record (EHR).
• Engage in quality improvement initiatives, workflow optimization, and patient safety efforts.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Board-Certified Physician Assistant with an active Alabama PA license or eligibility to obtain.
• BLS and ACLS certifications, or willingness to obtain them.
• Proven experience in general surgery or surgical subspecialties preferred.
• Strong OR first-assist capabilities and procedural competency.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills in a team environment.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive base salary with productivity incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
• Malpractice coverage and CME allowance with paid CME time.
• Paid time off and reimbursement for licenses and certifications.
• Supportive, team-oriented surgical environment with robust clinical resources.
• Lucrative Sign on Bonus and Relocation Assistance

This opportunity offers a chance to work in a hospital setting that values high-quality patient care, collaborative teamwork, and ongoing clinical excellence. If you are a skilled Physician Assistant ready to make a significant impact in General Surgery, we encourage you to apply.