Job Description

Job Description

Physician Assistant – General Surgery

Hospital-Based | Full-Time | OR First Assist & Inpatient Care

A well-supported surgical team is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant with a strong background in General Surgery to join a busy hospital-based practice. This role is ideal for a PA who enjoys hands-on surgical care, inpatient management, and working closely with surgeons in a high-acuity environment.

The Opportunity

As a key member of the surgical team, you’ll play an integral role in both the operating room and inpatient setting. This position offers a balanced mix of OR first assist responsibilities, perioperative care, and patient management , supported by a collaborative, multidisciplinary care team.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as first assist during general surgery procedures

• Provide comprehensive preoperative and postoperative care , including daily hospital rounds

• Perform patient evaluations, including histories, physical exams, and perioperative assessments

• Coordinate surgical consults and care plans in collaboration with attending surgeons

• Perform bedside procedures such as wound care, drain and staple removal, and suturing

• Educate patients and families on surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and follow-up care

• Collaborate with nursing, anesthesia, and specialty teams to ensure optimal outcomes

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR)

• Participate in quality improvement, workflow optimization, and patient safety initiatives

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program

• Board-Certified Physician Assistant

• Active Alabama PA license or eligibility to obtain

• 1–2+ years of experience in General Surgery or a surgical subspecialty preferred

• Strong OR first-assist skills and procedural confidence

• BLS and ACLS certification (or willingness to obtain)

• Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented mindset

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary with productivity incentives

• Lucrative sign-on bonus and relocation assistance

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans

• Malpractice insurance coverage

• CME allowance with paid CME time

• Paid time off

• Reimbursement for licensure and certification expenses

• Supportive, team-focused surgical environment with strong clinical resources

Why This Role Stands Out

• Hands-on surgical role with meaningful OR time

• Hospital-based position with strong physician collaboration

• Opportunity to grow clinically in a high-quality surgical program

• Emphasis on teamwork, efficiency, and excellent patient care

The Bottom Line

This is a high-impact General Surgery PA role for a motivated clinician who wants to stay clinically sharp, work closely with surgeons, and be part of a collaborative hospital-based team.

Job Tags

Full time

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