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
