Surgical PA: Perioperative Care Expert

Surgery Partners Brand; Mill Grove (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina Specialty Hospital is seeking a Physician Assistant, RN First Assistant or Certified First Assistant. The role focuses on delivering comprehensive perioperative care under physician supervision, coordinating with anesthesia and hospital teams to optimize surgical readiness and outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds NC licensure as an RN or PA, with a master’s degree from a recognized program and ACLS certification. This is a full-time, on-site position at the Durham, NC campus.

Qualifications

• RN or PA licensure in NC required.
• Master’s degree from NCN or PA accredited program required.
• ACLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide surgical assistance in the operating room.
• Adapt to various surgeons and procedures for optimal perioperative support.
• Assess clinical problems pre-/post-surgery to guide care.
• Assist in pre-admission testing and surgical clearance.
• Review patient charts and labs the day before planned surgery.
• Collaborate with anesthesia and surgical teams on patient care.

Skills

Independent work

Time management

Decision making

Highly organized

Attention to detail

Professionalism

Flexibility

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant

Graduated NCN or PA accredited master’s degree program

Job description

North Carolina Specialty Hospital is seeking a Physician Assistant, RN First Assistant or Certified First Assistant. The role focuses on delivering comprehensive perioperative care under physician supervision, coordinating with anesthesia and hospital teams to optimize surgical readiness and outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds NC licensure as an RN or PA, with a master’s degree from a recognized program and ACLS certification. This is a full-time, on-site position at the Durham, NC campus.