Physician Assistant - General, Vascular and Colon Surgery

Responsibilities

Physician Assistant – General Surgical Services (OR-Focused)

Non-Exempt | Full-TimeLocation: 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

 

Pay Range

USD $71.98 - USD $95.00 /Hr.