Physician Assistant - General, Vascular and Colon Surgery

Job Details

Physician Assistant – General Surgical Services (OR-Focused)

Non-Exempt | Full-Time

Location: Good Samaritan University Hospital and Outpatient facility at 580 Union Boulevard, West Islip, NY 11795

Join a high-volume, collaborative surgical team in West Islip offering extensive operating room exposure , strong surgeon mentorship, and a supportive APP environment. This role is ideal for a surgical PA seeking hands-on OR experience with continuity of care in the outpatient setting.

Why This Role Stands Out

• 80% dedicated OR time with first-assist opportunities

• Work closely with 7 experienced surgeons across a variety of cases

• Balanced role with both surgical and outpatient continuity of care

Surgeons You Will Support

• Michael J. Sacca, MD

• Rakesh Hegde, MD

• John Hsu, MD

• Christine J. Park, MD

• Dr. Garri Pasklinsky,MD

• Nathan Thomas, DO

• Pratibha Vemulapalli, MD

The PA will collaborate with all surgeons , supporting their patients throughout the perioperative continuum.

Position Overview

This role is primarily focused on operating room support (~80%) , with the remaining 20% dedicated to outpatient care , including pre-operative evaluations, post-operative follow-ups, and patient education. The PA will work closely with surgeons, nursing staff, and office personnel to ensure high-quality, coordinated care.

Key Responsibilities

• First assist in the operating room

• Manage pre-operative and post-operative patient care

• Conduct outpatient visits and surgical follow-ups

• Perform minor procedures and wound care as delegated

• Collaborate with physicians and clinical teams to support patient flow

• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation

Schedule

• Full-time, 5 days schedule

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Physician Assistant studies from an accredited program.

• Current New York State Physician Assistant licensure.

• Certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).

• Previous surgical experience or a strong interest in surgery preferred.

• BLS and ACLS required – from AHA

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation

• Paid overtime (non-exempt role)

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Paid time off and holidays

• CME allowance and professional development support

Why Join Us

• Well-established surgical practice with a strong reputation

• Hands-on OR experience and surgeon mentorship

• Collaborative, team-oriented culture

• Opportunity for long-term growth and skill development

Salary Range

USD $71.98 - USD $95.00 /Hr.