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Physician Assistant - Surgery

Adelphi Staffing

  • Potsdam, NY
  • 3 days ago

    Highlights

    Provide comprehensive care to hospitalized patients as a Physician Assistant in General Surgery, OB/GYN, and Orthopedics. Perform Medical Surgical Floor coverage including rounding, progress notes, order management, discharges, and consults.

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    LocationPotsdam, NY

    Description

    JOB OVERVIEW
    • Job Id: Y-PA-3425785
    • Profession: Physician Assistant
    • Specialty: Surgery
    • Job Type: Locum Tenens
    • Location: Potsdam, NY
    • Service Setting: Hospital
    • Coverage Type: Clinical + Call
    • Coverage Period: Dec 14, 2026 – Jun 14, 2027
    • On-Call Shift Schedule: Weeknight call: 5p-7a; Weekend call: Fri 5p – Mon 7a (Round Sat-Sun 8a-12p)
    COVERAGE DATES
    • Dec 14, 2026 – Dec 18, 2026 (7am-5pm)
    • Dec 18, 2026 – Dec 21, 2026 (5pm-7am)
    • Dec 28, 2026 – Dec 30, 2026 (3x12s)
    PATIENT INFORMATION
    • Patient Demographics: Adults
    • Case Mix: General Surgery, OB/GYN, Orthopedics
    FACILITY INFORMATION
    • No. of Beds in Department: 109
    • EMR System: Epic
    • Reason for Coverage: PRN Coverage
    REQUIRED PROCEDURES
    • Cauterizing wounds and vessels
    • Packing sponges in body
    • Positioning patient to maintain circulation and access for surgeon
    • Placing clamps and sutures
    • Closing skin with adhesives, sutures, or staples
    • Applying direct pressure on veins and tissue
    • Performing or aiding in patient suction, drainage, and irrigation
    • Hemostasis: stopping of excess bleeding and blood flow
    • Immobilizing patients on the operating table
    JOB REQUIREMENTS
    • Licenses: Active New York License
    • Board: Board Certified (Physician Assistant)
    • Certifications: BLS, ACLS, ATLS (AHA)
    • Experience: Minimum 2 years recent experience in surgery
    • Other Qualifications: Epic experience required; No residents or fellows accepted
    DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
    • Provide comprehensive care to hospitalized patients as a Physician Assistant in General Surgery, OB/GYN, and Orthopedics.
    • Serve as Surgical First Assist in the Operating Room, including cauterizing, suturing, positioning, and hemostasis.
    • Perform Medical Surgical Floor coverage including rounding, progress notes, order management, discharges, and consults.
    • Participate in on-call coverage including weeknight and weekend shifts.
    • Collaborate with physicians, anesthesia, and nursing staff to ensure patient safety and quality care.

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