Physician Assistant – Surgical First Assistant
Direct Hire | Full-Time | Geneva, NY - Finger Lakes
Take your surgical career to the next level in a role that blends hands-on operating room experience with meaningful patient care across the surgical continuum. 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.
Your Role
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.
What You'll Do
- 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
What You Bring
- Current New York State 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
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary Range: $125,000 – $135,000
- 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
If you're looking for a role where you can be hands-on in the OR while building strong patient relationships beyond surgery, this position offers the perfect balance.