A Surgical Physician Assistant provides medical care to patients, under the supervision of a physician or surgeon. Works in surgical operating rooms and surgery departments, and is licensed to practice medicine but has less formal certification than a physician. Performs duties delegated by a physician such as recording patient medical histories, ordering diagnostic tests, or giving immunizations.
09/02/2026 Northwest Hospital is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our Surgical team in Randallstown, Maryland.
About this role:
Work under the direction and supervision of an attending surgeon to support patient care across hospital floors, the Emergency Department, and other clinical areas. Provide direct and indirect patient care while prioritizing patient safety and quality outcomes. Collaborate proactively with surgeons, physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams. Coordinate patient care among surgeons, referring physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare providers. Obtain comprehensive patient histories and perform physical examinations. Order and prescribe medications, laboratory tests, diagnostic imaging, IV fluids, diets, activity levels, and other patient care orders as appropriate. Assist in surgical procedures by handling tissue, providing surgical exposure, using instruments, suturing, tying, and achieving hemostasis. Respond to the Emergency Department to manage and assist with trauma resuscitations. Educate patients on discharge instructions, wound care, medication use, dietary recommendations, and other aspects of post-hospital care. Required Qualifications Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) program Master's degree required Maryland NP or PA License (active and in good standing) Advanced Practice approval (if applicable) NCCPA certification (for PAs ) National NP Board Certification (for NPs) ACLS and BLS certification Maryland CDS License Preferred Experience Surgical experience preferred Acute Care experience prreferred Compensation & Benefits Competitive hourly compensation CME support Malpractice coverage About Northwest Hospital Northwest Hospital is recognized for delivering high-quality inpatient and critical care services in a collaborative, patient-centered environment. Why Join Our Surgical Team? High clinical autonomy with strong specialist support Modernized facilities and growing critical care services Work in a culture that values professional growth and clinical excellence
