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Physician Assistant - Surgical 1st Assist

Great Bay Staffing Group56 open roles

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$125,000 – $135,000 a year
Where
Geneva, New York, United States
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Physician Assistant – Surgical First Assistant | Direct Hire | Geneva, NY

Join a dynamic surgical team in New York's scenic Finger Lakes region as a Physician Assistant Surgical First Assistant. This full-time, direct hire position offers an exceptional opportunity to advance your surgical career while providing comprehensive patient care across the entire surgical continuum. Work alongside the Chief of Surgery and specialized Vascular and Oncology Surgeons in a fast-paced, rewarding environment where your skills will make a direct impact on patient outcomes.

Position Overview

As a Physician Assistant First Assist, you will serve as an integral member of a high-performing surgical team, providing hands-on support in the operating room while managing pre-operative and post-operative patient care. This role offers the perfect balance between surgical excellence and meaningful patient relationships, allowing you to utilize your full scope of practice in both clinical and surgical settings.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform as Surgical First Assistant in the operating room alongside experienced surgeons
  • Conduct comprehensive pre-operative patient evaluations and assessments
  • Provide thorough post-operative follow-up care and monitoring
  • Manage clinic responsibilities including patient consultations and treatment planning
  • Participate in inpatient rounding and hospital-based patient management
  • Facilitate seamless care coordination with referring physicians and primary care providers
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary surgical teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes

Required Qualifications

  • Active and unrestricted New York State Physician Assistant license
  • Current National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) certification
  • Valid DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) license
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
  • Exceptional clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication abilities
  • Proven ability to work effectively in both surgical and clinical environments
  • Experience or training as a surgical first assistant preferred

About Geneva, NY – Finger Lakes Region

Geneva is a charming lakeside community located in the heart of New York's renowned Finger Lakes region. This picturesque area offers an exceptional quality of life with stunning natural beauty, award-winning wineries, year-round outdoor recreation, and a welcoming small-town atmosphere. Residents enjoy access to excellent schools, affordable cost of living, and the perfect balance between professional opportunity and work-life harmony. Geneva provides easy access to Rochester and Syracuse while maintaining its unique character as a gateway to the Finger Lakes wine country.

Compensation & Benefits Package

  • Competitive Annual Salary: $125,000 - $135,000
  • Performance-based incentive compensation
  • Generous sign-on bonus
  • Student loan repayment assistance program
  • On-site child daycare facility for work-life balance
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
  • Paid time off and continuing medical education (CME) allowance
  • Malpractice insurance coverage
  • Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

This Physician Assistant Surgical First Assistant position represents an outstanding career opportunity for healthcare professionals seeking to expand their surgical expertise while maintaining meaningful patient relationships. You'll work in a supportive, collaborative environment with experienced surgeons specializing in vascular and oncology procedures, gaining valuable exposure to complex surgical cases. The role offers the unique advantage of comprehensive patient care—from initial consultation through surgery and recovery—allowing you to see the full impact of your work.

Beyond the professional benefits, you'll enjoy living in one of New York's most beautiful regions, with competitive compensation, excellent benefits including student loan assistance, and the rare amenity of on-site childcare. This position provides the ideal blend of surgical challenge, patient connection, and quality of life that ambitious physician assistants seek in their career.

Apply Today

If you're a certified Physician Assistant ready to take your surgical career to the next level while building lasting patient relationships, we encourage you to apply for this exceptional opportunity. Join our team in Geneva, NY, and discover why this Surgical First Assistant role offers the perfect balance of professional growth, hands-on operating room experience, and outstanding work-life balance in the beautiful Finger Lakes region. Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their application today.

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