Skip to main content
Tallo logoTallo logo

Find Jobs

Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location

Skip to job details

Back to Results

Apply for this opportunity

To apply for this job, you'll continue to an external website or email application.

New Solutions

Physician Assistant, Surgical Assistant

Career Insights for Surgical Physician Assistant

See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.

Scorecard

Based on New York data

Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?

Were these scores useful?

What they do

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.

$134,421 / year median in New York

+13% projected growth

Explore Career

Job Description

Physician Assistant, Surgical 1st Assistant We are actively hiring for a full-time, permanent hire Physician Assistant, Surgical 1st Assistant role. This opportunity is ideal for a Physician Assistant who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys being an integral part of a high-performing surgical team. You'll work closely with the Chief of Surgery, as well as Vascular and Oncology Surgeons—serving as a First Assist in the OR while also supporting patients before and after surgery in the clinical setting.
Position Responsibilities:
Act as First Assist in the operating room Support pre-operative evaluations and post-operative follow-up care Participate in clinic responsibilities and patient management Assist with inpatient rounding as needed Coordinate communication with referring and primary care providers to ensure seamless continuity of care
Benefits:
Competitive compensation with incentives Student loan repayment support Sign-on bonus On-site child daycare Comprehensive benefits package Supportive, collaborative surgical team Opportunities for growth and advancement Requirements Current Physician Assistant license National Certification (NCCPA) Valid DEA license BLS and ACLS certifications Strong clinical assessment and communication skills Confidence working in both surgical and clinical environments Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity) Short Term & Long Term Disability Training & Development

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) Plans
  • Other Retirement and Savings
  • Bonuses/Stipends