Physician Assistant (Surgical 1st Assistant)

MDS Staffing; City of Geneva (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student loan repayment support

Sign-on bonus

On-site child daycare

Comprehensive benefits package

Growth opportunities

Job summary

MDS Staffing in Geneva, NY is seeking a Physician Assistant – Surgical First Assistant to work closely with the Chief of Surgery and surgical teams, serving as the First Assist in the OR while supporting patients before and after surgery.

Ideal candidates hold NY lic, NCCPA cert, a valid DEA, and BLS/ACLS, with strong clinical assessment and communication skills and confidence in both surgical and clinical settings. Growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• Current New York State Physician Assistant license.
• National Certification (NCCPA).
• Valid DEA license.
• BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Strong clinical assessment and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as First Assist in the operating room
• Support pre-operative evaluations and post-operative follow-up care
• Participate in clinic responsibilities and patient management
• Assist with inpatient rounding as needed
• Coordinate communication with referring and primary care providers to ensure seamless continuity of care

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication

First Assist in OR

Team collaboration

Job description

Physician Assistant – Surgical First Assistant
Direct Hire | Full-Time | Geneva, NY - Finger Lakes

Take your surgical career to the next level in a role that blends hands‑on operating room experience with meaningful patient care across the surgical continuum. This opportunity is ideal for a Physician Assistant who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and enjoys being an integral part of a high‑performing surgical team.

Your Role

You’ll work closely with the Chief of Surgery, as well as Vascular and Oncology Surgeons—serving as a First Assist in the OR while also supporting patients before and after surgery in the clinical setting.

What You’ll Do

• Act as First Assist in the operating room
• Support pre‑operative evaluations and post‑operative follow‑up care
• Participate in clinic responsibilities and patient management
• Assist with inpatient rounding as needed
• Coordinate communication with referring and primary care providers to ensure seamless continuity of care

What You Bring

• Current New York State Physician Assistant license
• National Certification (NCCPA)
• Valid DEA license
• BLS and ACLS certifications
• Strong clinical assessment and communication skills
• Confidence working in both surgical and clinical environments

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range:$125,000 – $135,000
• Competitive compensation with incentives
• Student loan repayment support
• Sign‑on bonus
• On‑site child daycare
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Supportive, collaborative surgical team
• Opportunities for growth and advancement

If you’re looking for a role where you can be hands‑on in the OR while building strong patient relationships beyond surgery, this position offers the perfect balance.