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.
6/2/2026 SUMMARY The Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant will provide the surgical patient and their family with continuity of care in the outpatient setting. The Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant will act as an integral part of the surgical service. The practitioner will also act as an educator and a liaison to other health care providers providing care across the care continuum.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion , Accountability , Respect , and Excellence as these guide our everyday actions with patients, customers, and one another. Acts as an integral member of the surgical service for patients on the surgical service from inpatient services (both the ICU and the convalescent wards) to outpatient settings to include the following: conducting history and physical exams, ordering and interpreting lab tests, prescribing medications, developing and monitoring patient treatment plans, making appropriate referrals to other specialists, and prescribing and ordering appropriate treatment modalities. Performs minor procedures, including but not limited to: peripheral IV access, central venous access, PICC line placement, repair of lacerations, incision/drainage/washout/debridement of wounds, tube thoracostomy, tracheostomy changes, arterial catheter placement, removal of drains/sutures/staples, placement and removal of N-G tubes/N-D tubes/foley catheters, and assisting with surgery consistent with institutional processes. Collaborates with unit teachers and clinical nurse specialists to provide education to nurses in the patient care units, and serves as a preceptor for medical students, and other NP or PA students. Treats each person with respect and dignity. Participates in research studies and projects. Obtains Human Subjects Protection training. Obtains training in HIPAA compliance and all other applicable state and federal privacy laws. Establishes annual development goals in collaboration with physicians on the surgical service. Prepares health education materials for patients and their families. Attends continued education offerings and obtains all continuing education credits required to maintain licensure. Maintains ACLS certification. Participates in multidisciplinary meetings relating to surgery.
EDUCATION
Master's Degree
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
Current Rhode Island licensure as a Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (for NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) Current DEA licensure
EXPERIENCE/SKILLS
Strong interpersonal skills
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
None. Pay Range $127,504.00-$161,782.40 Location Brown Health Medical Group - 167 Point Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903 Work Type 24 hour shift Work Shift Day Daily Hours 12 hours Driving Required Yes Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
