Surgical PA or NP – First-Assist & Trauma Care

Genesis HealthCare System; Zanesville (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Genesis HealthCare System is seeking a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join our surgical team in Ohio. The role spans general/trauma, vascular, orthopedic, and other specialties, providing diagnostic, therapeutic, surgical, and preventive care under a surgeon's supervision.

The PA/NP will assess and document patient care, coordinate case management, and advise on health maintenance. Strong emphasis on teamwork and patient-centered care within a comprehensive surgical service.

Qualifications

• Graduate of ARC-approved Physician Assistant Program; Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies or eligible for licensure.
• Accredited APRN training program; current Ohio RN and APRN licensure.
• BLS, ACLS; ATLS (Trauma APPs only) to be obtained within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeon in peri-operative patient care across multiple specialties.
• Act as first assistant in surgery and ensure equipment and CME updates.
• Assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and document patient care; advise on health maintenance.
• Perform postoperative duties, discharge planning, and family communication.
• Order and interpret labs and imaging; support trauma activations as needed.
• Provide intraoperative assistance in invasive procedures as applicable.

Education

ARC-approved PA program

Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies

Accredited APRN training program

Ohio RN and APRN licensure

BLS

ACLS

ATLS (Trauma APPs only)

Job description

Genesis HealthCare System is seeking a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join our surgical team in Ohio. The role spans general/trauma, vascular, orthopedic, and other specialties, providing diagnostic, therapeutic, surgical, and preventive care under a surgeon's supervision.

The PA/NP will assess and document patient care, coordinate case management, and advise on health maintenance. Strong emphasis on teamwork and patient-centered care within a comprehensive surgical service.