Physician Assistant | General Surgery

Key Responsibilities
Patient Care & Clinical Leadership
Lead daily rounds on general surgery patients, managing both pre- and post-operative care with precision and compassion
Document comprehensive progress notes and place appropriate clinical orders to support optimal patient outcomes
Perform high-impact bedside procedures including I&D, wound debridement, central line placement, chest tube placement, and wound vac management
Consultation & Assessment
Evaluate new consults in the ED and for admitted patients, providing timely clinical assessments
Deliver expert surgical consultations across general, HPB, colorectal, vascular, and specialty surgical services (plastic, breast, thoracic)
Manage a diverse patient population, primarily adults with occasional pediatric patients (age 14+)
Surgical Support & Assistance
Provide skilled surgical assistance in the OR, supporting complex procedures across multiple specialties
Respond to emergent OR cases during on-call coverage (overnight, weekends, and holidays)
Collaborate seamlessly with surgical residents and attending physicians to ensure surgical excellence
Team Collaboration & Communication
Communicate clearly and effectively with attending physicians, residents, and interdisciplinary team members
Foster a collaborative surgical environment that prioritizes patient safety and clinical excellence
Contribute to the fast-paced, highly skilled general surgery team culture
On-Call Availability
Maintain on-call coverage from home (approximately 6 times per month) with a 1-hour report time for OR surgical cases
Provide weekend on-call support (approximately 1-2 weekend days per month, scheduled in advance)
Ensure continuity of care for emergent surgical cases
What You Will Need
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree and completion of an AMA-approved Physician Assistant program
Michigan state licensure and current NCCPA certification
Current BLS, ACLS, ATLS/PALS, DEA, and CSL credentials
Minimum 2 years of surgical first assist experience
Demonstrated proficiency with bedside procedures (I&D, wound debridement, chest tube placement, central line placement, and wound vac management)
Preferred Qualifications
Specialized training or certification in surgical assistance
2+ years of acute care experience in a surgical setting

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No