Physician Assistant - General, Vascular and Colon Surgery

Catholic Health Services

West Islip (NY)

On-site

USD 99,000 - 131,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid overtime

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off and holidays

CME allowance and professional

development support

Job summary

Catholic Health Services is seeking a Physician Assistant for General Surgical Services with an OR focus at Good Samaritan University Hospital in West Islip, NY. The role is 80% OR time and 20% outpatient care, offering hands-on case exposure and strong surgeon mentorship.

Ideal candidates hold a NY PA license, NCCPA certification, and surgical interest with BLS/ACLS. This full-time position includes comprehensive benefits and paid time off.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Physician Assistant studies from an accredited program.
Current New York State Physician Assistant licensure.
Certification from NCCPA.
Surgical experience or a strong interest in surgery preferred.
BLS and ACLS required - from AHA.

Responsibilities

First assist in the operating room.
Manage pre-operative and post-operative patient care.
Conduct outpatient visits and surgical follow-ups.
Perform minor procedures and wound care as delegated.
Collaborate with physicians and clinical teams to support patient flow.
Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation.

Skills

Surgical experience

BLS/ACLS

Education

Master’s degree in Physician Assistant studies

New York State Physician Assistant licensure

NCCPA certification

Job description

Job Details

Physician Assistant – General Surgical Services (OR-Focused)

Non-Exempt | Full-Time

Location: Good Samaritan University Hospital and Outpatient facility at 580 Union Boulevard, West Islip, NY 11795

Join a high-volume, collaborative surgical team in West Islip offering extensive operating room exposure, strong surgeon mentorship, and a supportive APP environment. This role is ideal for a surgical PA seeking hands-on OR experience with continuity of care in the outpatient setting.

Why This Role Stands Out

80% dedicated OR time with first-assist opportunities
Work closely with 7experienced surgeons across a variety of cases
Balanced role with both surgical and outpatient continuity of care

Surgeons You Will Support

Michael J. Sacca, MD
Rakesh Hegde, MD
John Hsu, MD
Christine J. Park, MD
Dr. Garri Pasklinsky,MD
Nathan Thomas, DO
Pratibha Vemulapalli, MD

The PA will collaborate with all surgeons, supporting their patients throughout the perioperative continuum.

Position Overview

This role is primarily focused on operating room support (~80%), with the remaining 20% dedicated to outpatient care, including pre-operative evaluations, post-operative follow-ups, and patient education. The PA will work closely with surgeons, nursing staff, and office personnel to ensure high-quality, coordinated care.

Key Responsibilities

First assist in the operating room
Manage pre-operative and post-operative patient care
Conduct outpatient visits and surgical follow-ups
Perform minor procedures and wound care as delegated
Collaborate with physicians and clinical teams to support patient flow
Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation

Schedule

Full-time, 5 days schedule

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Physician Assistant studies from an accredited program.
Current New York State Physician Assistant licensure.
Certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
Previous surgical experience or a strong interest in surgery preferred.
BLS and ACLS required - from AHA

Compensation & Benefits