Physician Assistant - OBGYN

Northwell Health; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 102,286 - 145,681; Full time

Job summary

Nuvance Health Med Practice CT seeks a Physician Assistant for Obstetrics and Gynecology to provide advanced clinical support across multiple hospitals, including Danbury and neighboring sites. You will assist in gynecologic surgery, inpatient rounding, and ED consultations under supervision.

Responsibilities include pre/postoperative care, triage, and collaborative management of obstetric cases with the supervising physicians.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current Connecticut and New York PA license or eligibility.
• NCCPA certification required.
• BLS required; ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide first assist support for gynecologic surgical procedures, including minimally invasive, robotic, and open surgeries.
• Conduct daily obstetrics/gynecology inpatient rounding and manage postoperative patients.
• Respond to inpatient and ED gynecology consults with plan of care.
• Support cross-site coverage across Northwell/Nuvance hospitals and participate in standardized workflows.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Team collaboration

Communication

Multi-site coverage

Emergency department triage

Education

PA program graduate

Tools

NCCPA certification

Job description

Overview

The Physician Assistant (PA) for Obstetrics and Gynecology provides advanced clinical support for the expanding OBGYN service line across the Northwell market. This role delivers surgical assistance, inpatient management, and consultative services to ensure high-quality, efficient, and coordinated care. The PA functions as an integral member of the multidisciplinary team, supporting OBGYN surgical cases, inpatient rounding, Emergency Department consultations, and select obstetric surgical procedures under direct supervision.

This position requires cross‑site coverage within the Northwell market, including Danbury, New Milford, Norwalk, and Putnam Hospitals, based on clinical volume and operational needs.

Responsibilities

Surgical Services

• Provide first assist support for gynecologic surgical procedures, including minimally invasive, robotic, and open surgeries.
• Assist with cesarean deliveries as part of OB backup coverage.
• Support attending physicians performing surgical cases without resident or fellow coverage.
• Participate in pre‑operative preparation and post‑operative management to ensure continuity of care.

Inpatient Care

• Conduct daily rounding on obstetrics and gynecology inpatients, including postoperative patients and those admitted for acute gynecologic conditions.
• Manage floor responsibilities to support efficient patient flow, timely discharges, and coordinated care planning.
• Document assessments, interventions, and care plans in accordance with hospital, regulatory, and compliance standards.

Consultation Services

• Respond to inpatient and Emergency Department gynecology consults across assigned hospitals.
• Perform comprehensive evaluations, develop differential diagnoses, and initiate management plans in collaboration with supervising physicians.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to consulting teams and nursing staff in a timely and professional manner.

Cross‑Site Support and Operational Coverage

• Provide flexible coverage across the Nuvance market including Danbury, New Milford, Norwalk, and Putnam Hospitals based on service needs.
• Assist with resident coverage gaps for operating room cases at multiple sites.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of standardized workflows, clinical protocols, and best practices across the GYN service line.
• Answer obstetrics and gynecology service calls as the first line of triage and escalating clinical concerns to specialty physicians as required.

Required Education and Licensure

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current Connecticut and New York PA license or eligibility to obtain.
• National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) certification required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) preferred.

Preferred Experience

• Prior experience in gynecology, women health, or surgical specialties.
• Experience with inpatient management and surgical assisting.
• Experience with robotic surgery.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced clinical environment.
• Commitment to patient safety, quality improvement, and evidence‑based practice.

Company: Nuvance Health Med Practice CT
Org Unit: 590
Department: DB Gyn Oncology
Exempt: Yes
Salary Range: $90/hr. Flat Per Diem Pay Rate