Surgical Physician Assistant- Ortho/Urology

Northwell Health; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

CME allowances

Job summary

Northwell Health is seeking a full-time Surgical Physician Assistant for their program at Danbury Hospital in Connecticut. This role involves providing comprehensive care for surgical patients across all hospital areas, including the Operating Room and Emergency Department.

The ideal candidate will have board certification and preferably surgical or patient-management experience. A competitive salary range of $120,000–$150,000 is offered, along with allowances for CME expenses.

Qualifications

• Board‑certified Physician Assistant, preferably with surgical or patient‑management experience.
• Experience or training with DaVinci robotics is a plus.
• Commitment to continuous medical education and associated dues.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical duties for all surgical patients admitted to the hospital.
• Provide consultation and pre‑operative and post‑operative assessment and care.
• Assist with surgeries, including intra‑operative tasks.
• Operate on a rotating schedule that includes days, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

Surgical experience

Patient management

DaVinci robotics

Education

Board-certified Physician Assistant

Job description

Description

Full‑time Surgical Physician Assistant position at Danbury Hospital (Nuvance Health) in Danbury, Connecticut.

The role is within our Surgical Advanced Practitioner Services program, providing comprehensive care for surgical patients in all hospital areas, including the Operating Room, Observation, Extended Stay, Emergency Department, and pre‑ and post‑operative care.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical duties for all surgical patients admitted to the hospital.
• Provide consultation and pre‑operative and post‑operative assessment and care.
• Assist with surgeries, including intra‑operative tasks and potential OR assistance as the program expands to 24/7 service.
• Operate on a rotating schedule that includes days, weekends, holidays, and minimal overnight coverage.

Qualifications

• Board‑certified Physician Assistant, preferably with surgical or patient‑management experience or surgical residency training.
• Experience or training with DaVinci robotics is a plus; new graduates are considered.
• Commitment to continuous medical education and associated dues.

Benefits & Compensation

Competitive salary range: $120,000–$150,000, commensurate with experience.

Includes allowances for CME and dues expenses.

Contact

For more information or to apply, contact Stephanie Ramirez, APP Recruiter, at [e-mail].