Physician Assistant: Surgical & Outpatient Care

University Hospital; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 124,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation Time

Medical Coverage

Dental and Vision Insurance

HSA/FSA

Disability Insurance

Pension Plan

Pet Insurance

EAP

Professional Development

Job summary

University Hospital is seeking a Physician Assistant to support direct patient care under physician supervision in Newark, NJ. You will assist in outpatient processes, participate in rounds, help prepare preoperative evaluations, and support wound care and postoperative follow‑ups.

The role includes collaborating with surgical residents and attending surgeons, positioning patients for procedures, and providing counseling to patients and families.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s in Health Science or related field.
• Graduation from a PA program approved by CAAHEP.
• Certification from NCCPA.
• New Jersey PA license from the State Board of Medical Examiners.
• Prior experience in clinical medicine is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in routine outpatient office needs and answer patient questions.
• Assist in initial patient assessment in outpatient settings, including data collection from medical records.
• Support preoperative history and physicals.
• Take part in daily rounds with surgical team and help document treatment plans.
• Provide patient education and family counseling with the care team.
• Assist in operating room procedures and patient positioning, and aid recovery transfer.
• Support wound care including dressings, sutures, drains.
• Follow up on outpatient care with post-operative notes and recommended tests.

Skills

Clinical medicine

Education

Master’s/Bachelor’s in Health Science or related field

CAAHEP-approved PA program

NCCPA certification

NJ PA license

Job description

University Hospital is seeking a Physician Assistant to support direct patient care under physician supervision in Newark, NJ. You will assist in outpatient processes, participate in rounds, help prepare preoperative evaluations, and support wound care and postoperative follow‑ups.

The role includes collaborating with surgical residents and attending surgeons, positioning patients for procedures, and providing counseling to patients and families.