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.
Surgical Specialty Advanced Practice Provider SUNY Upstate Medical University - 3.6 Syracuse, NY Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Adoption assistance Employee assistance program Retirement plan Qualifications CPR Certification BLS Certification Advanced practice provider Stakeholder relationship building Full Job Description Syracuse Nurse Practitioners & Physician Assistants Full-time Opening on: Aug 28 2026 APS Inpatient State of New York TH Nurse Practitioner NSSL4/Physician Assistant
NSSL4 90924 UUP
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Job Summary:
SUNY Upstate Medical University is seeking highly skilled and motivated Advanced Practice Provider to join the Upstate Surgical Team to provide service in a full time Surgical Specialty Float role. Position is based in a Level I Trauma Center that provides Critical Care and services to patients across a 17+ County Region. Scheduling is determined based on operational needs. Upstate operates 24 hours a day/Seven days a week , providing continuous care to our region.
Key Responsibilities:
Cover Burn Surgery, Trauma Surgery and Acute Care Surgery in a Float Capacity. Conduct Inpatient and Outpatient encounters at the Downtown campus, providing education to and interfacing with primary teams, patients, and families prior to discharge. Assess and evaluate patients, order and interpret laboratory tests & diagnostic studies, and arrange referrals, consultations, and therapeutic services. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure adherence to quality metrics, optimize patient throughput, and facilitate timely and efficient patient discharges. Build and maintain strong relationships with patients, families, referring physicians, and all members of the health care team. As an APP , you will be an integral member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team, demonstrating professionalism, leadership, and a commitment to Upstate's mission, vision, and values, while adhering to all institutional policies and procedures.
Minimum Qualifications:
Master's Degree as a Physician Assistant (or graduated from an accredited PA program) or eligible by time of appointment. Current NYS Licensure or Registration as a PA or NP. Current National Certification consistent to the clinical practice. Have a NPI number and be Medicare enrolled with a Medicare Identification Number (or PTAN) (or eligible for Medicare Enrollment within 6 months of hire) CPR-BLS Certification required at the time of appointment. Must successfully pass pre-employment and credentialing clearances.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in a Surgical Subspecialty Experience in
Acute Care Work Days:
Monday-Friday, Days and Evenings, with Weekend and Holiday rotations. Coverage based on operational needs. Shifts may range from 8 to 12 Hour shifts. Message to
Applicants:
In return for your dedication and commitment to provide outstanding care you'll receive: Generous paid time off program that includes vacation, holidays, and sick days. Choice of several outstanding health insurance benefits and Well-being plans that include Student Loan Relief Services, Tuition Assistance, Adoption Assistance and an Employee Assistance Program. Retirement options with employer contributions, plus additional voluntary retirement savings plans.
Recruitment Office:
Human Resources We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability or other protected classes under State and Federal law.
