Surgical PA: OR Specialist with Travel Coverage

Allegheny Health Network; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network seeks a Physician Assistant to provide specialty and critical care services in the operating room, primarily at West Penn and Wexford, with travel as needed. You will manage medical and procedural care across outpatient and inpatient settings, adhering to scope and hospital standards while supporting a 24/7 coverage model where required.

The role emphasizes patient education, timely communications with physicians, and collaboration with the care team to maintain

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies and active PA license.
• PA-C or board eligible with NCCPA certification.
• Demonstrated experience in emergency or critical care settings.
• Ability to work in both outpatient and inpatient environments.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate diagnostic and emergency care in outpatient and inpatient settings.
• Prepare and electronically prescribe medications; perform minor procedures.
• Coordinate complex care with families and interdisciplinary team.
• Document care accurately in medical records and ensure continuity.
• Participate in rounds, triage calls, and communicate changes promptly.

Skills

Emergency care

Critical care

Patient education

Team communication

Education

Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies

Current PA Physician Assistant License

PA-C or board eligible

Tools

EMR systems

Pharmacy systems

Job description

Allegheny Health Network seeks a Physician Assistant to provide specialty and critical care services in the operating room, primarily at West Penn and Wexford, with travel as needed. You will manage medical and procedural care across outpatient and inpatient settings, adhering to scope and hospital standards while supporting a 24/7 coverage model where required.

The role emphasizes patient education, timely communications with physicians, and collaboration with the care team to maintain