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Atlantic Health System
Physician Assistant, Surgery - Atlantic Health Chilton Surgical Associates
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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.
$132,684 / year median in New Jersey
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Physician Assistant, Surgery - Atlantic Health Chilton Surgical Associates Atlantic Health System - 3.7 Pompton Plains, NJ Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits 403(b) matching AD&D insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 403(b) Loan forgiveness Childcare Prescription drug insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Patient treatment planning Patient follow-up care Preoperative patient preparation Medical procedure assistance BLS Certification OR experience Radiology ACLS Certification Working with individuals in post-surgery recovery Surgery Medical treatment knowledge Advanced practice provider Perioperative care Prescribing medications Medical lab results review Rehabilitation and recovery (patient care) Entry level Physician Assistant License Collaboration with surgical teams Full Job Description Atlantic Health is Seeking a Physician Assistant for Atlantic Health Chilton Surgical Associates Atlantic Health, one of New Jersey's largest non-profit healthcare networks, is seeking a Physician Assistant (PA) to support Atlantic Health Chilton Surgical Associates located at 242 West Parkway, Pompton Plains, NJ. The PA will join a collaborative and growing multispecialty team. This position requires flexibility Monday-Friday. As a surgery Physician Assistant,you will contribute to the provision of comprehensive patient care. This will include conducting thorough preoperative assessments, ordering, and interpreting diagnostic tests, assisting in surgical procedures under the guidance of attending surgeons, and managing postoperative care and patient recovery. Additionally, you will be responsible for performing thorough history and physical examinations, ordering, and reviewing results of laboratory and radiology studies, prescribing, and renewing medications, and developing and appropriately adjusting treatment plans. New Graduates Welcome to Apply! Qualifications Graduated from an accredited Physician Assistant program Must be licensed or eligible for licensure in New Jersey ACLS and BLS certification required Experience working in the OR preferred Strong work ethic and a team player who can work independently Benefits Competitive salary Robust benefits with health, dental, Rx, and vision plans 403b retirement plan with company match Comprehensive Malpractice Policy Non-Profit Health System - eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Annual CME and Time Off incremental to PTO days Tuition reimbursement for Advanced Degrees Outstanding growth & mentorship opportunities Atlantic Medical Group is a physician-led and physician-governed organization that delivers the highest quality health care, at the right place, the right price, and the right time. We are a multispecialty physician group with more than 1,000 doctors, nurse practitioners and physician assistants at over 300 locations throughout northern and central New Jersey and northeast Pennsylvania. Our mission is to deliver exceptional care recognizing the unique needs of all those we serve. Our vision is to achieve the best outcomes with our patients at the center of the physician-led team, driven by service, innovation and continuous learning. Our integrated network offers seamless access to Atlantic Health's entire health care continuum and our nationally and regionally ranked hospitals. In collaboration with Atlantic Health, several of our practices offer urgent care and walk-in services. In addition to primary care physicians, the team includes specialists that care for patients in all aspects of their health from pediatrics to geriatrics and everything in between. We make health decisions easier for patients with enhanced access to referrals. Atlantic Health offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted: Team Member Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members) Life & AD&D Insurance. Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement) 403(b)