Surgical Physician Assistant

Surgical Physician Assistant

Surgical physician assistants (PAs) are highly skilled clinicians who have received didactic and clinical training to function in all areas of the peri-operative environment, including pre-admission, testing, intra-operative first assisting, PACU care, SICU care, step-down unit, outpatient clinic, office practice, and even home care.

Surgical PAs handle many of the functions of a fully trained doctor in the absence of a doctor and exercise autonomy in medical decision-making. All PAs work under the ultimate supervision of a licensed physician, who is responsible for all decisions made regarding patient care.

The PA who specializes in surgery assistance will have extensive knowledge of surgical procedures as well as specific areas of healthcare studies. The primary role of the surgical PA is to assist licensed physicians in patient surgery.

Job Description

• Performs comprehensive and problem-focused histories and physical examinations
• Performs minor surgical procedures
• Performs first assist duties in surgery
• Orders and interprets laboratory and radiographic studies
• Educates and counsels patients
• Renders emergency care
• Writes orders and progress notes
• Handles discharge planning and dictates discharge summaries
• Works effectively with CEO and physician partnership team to facilitate achievement of goals and objectives
• Establishes and maintains effective communications and collaboration with CEO and physician partnership team
• Uses, protects, and discloses patient's protected health information (PHI) in accordance with Health Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standards
• Follows all United Medical policies, upholds professional standards, and performs work responsibilities in a manner that is respectful to others
• Performs other duties or projects as needed