Physician Assistant (Surgical 1st Assistant)

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.