Surgical PA — OR First Assistant in Fast-Paced Hospital

Vital City Med; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Licensing fees covered

DEA registration fees covered

Paid PTO & holidays

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Vital City Med in Pasadena, TX seeks a dedicated Physician Assistant to join its surgical team in a full-time capacity. The PA will work closely with general surgeons to deliver comprehensive perioperative care and participate in rounds across the continuum of surgical care.

The role requires onsite presence in a hospital setting and involves assisting in the operating room, patient education, and care coordination.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies from an accredited program.
• Current board certification as a Physician Assistant.
• Active Texas state licensure to practice.
• DEA license required for prescribing medications.
• American Heart Association BLS certification.
• ATLS certification to be obtained within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under supervision of a licensed physician.
• Attend daily patient rounds and document findings.
• Assist in the operating room as first assistant (laparoscopy/robotic) and perform minor procedures.
• Educate patients pre- and post-operatively on treatment and recovery.
• Facilitate hospital admissions, discharges, and ED/CCU consults.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to ensure effective communication.
• Maintain thorough records in compliance with policies and regulations.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Clinical decision making

Education

Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies

Board Certification

Texas State Licensure

DEA License

Job description

Vital City Med in Pasadena, TX seeks a dedicated Physician Assistant to join its surgical team in a full-time capacity. The PA will work closely with general surgeons to deliver comprehensive perioperative care and participate in rounds across the continuum of surgical care.

The role requires onsite presence in a hospital setting and involves assisting in the operating room, patient education, and care coordination.