General Surgery First Assisting & Office – Physician Assistant

St. Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates is a leading healthcare provider dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care and advancing medical innovation. Our team of skilled surgeons and surgical Physician Assistants are committed to providing comprehensive healthcare services, and we are currently seeking a motivated and experienced General Surgery Physician Assistant to join our dynamic team at Troy Surgical Associates in Troy, NY.

POSITION DETAILS:

We are seeking a qualified and dedicated part-time General Surgery Physician Assistant to collaborate with our esteemed team of surgeons in providing exceptional patient care. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in assisting with surgical procedures, managing pre-and post-operative care, and contributing to the overall efficiency and excellence of our surgical services.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist in Surgical Procedures: Work closely with the surgical team to assist in various general surgery procedures, including but not limited to laparoscopic surgeries, appendectomies, hernia repairs, and colorectal surgeries.

• Pre and Post-Operative Care: Manage pre-operative assessments, including patient history and physical examinations. Provide post-operative care, monitoring patient progress, and collaborating with the surgical team to optimize recovery.
• Patient Education: Educate patients and their families on surgical procedures, post-operative care, and any necessary lifestyle modifications. Ensure clear communication regarding treatment plans and expectations.
• Collaboration with Medical Team: Work collaboratively with surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless patient care and contribute to a positive and efficient work environment.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care, including medical histories, progress notes, and treatment plans, in accordance with established protocols.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS 

Applicants should have the following:

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current state licensure as a Physician Assistant.
• Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Previous experience in general surgery or a related field is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team. 

RECRUITMENT PACKAGE:

St. Peter’s Health Partners offers a comprehensive salary and compensation package that includes:

• $2,500 starting bonus paid in first payroll month
• Competitive base salary range $67,638-$77,783
• Excellent benefits; including health/vision/dental insurances
• Paid malpractice, including post-SPHP employment tail coverage
• CME time & expense allowance
• Paid time away from the practice
• 403b Retirement savings program with employer matching program

St. Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates, P.C, a physician-governed, multi-specialty group, is a member of St. Peter’s Health Partners in NY's Capital District. St. Peter's Health Partners Medical Associates provides a new model of physician practice that permits St. Peter’s Health Partners to evolve as a health system with strong physician participation while allowing physicians to retain those aspects that make private practice work well in the care of patients. It is one of the largest multi-specialty physician group practices in the region with more than 20 specialties and sub-specialties represented, over 350 providers in 2014, and more than 40 office locations in a six county region. 

St. Peter’s Health Partners, the region’s largest private-sector employer, with more than 12,500 employees, has more than 125 locations across seven counties. The system has an annual budget of nearly $1.1 billion. St. Peter’s Health Partners was created on October 1, 2011 by the merger of Northeast Health, St. Peter’s Health Care Services, and Seton Health. The merger created the region’s largest and most comprehensive not-for-profit network of high-quality and advanced medical care, primary care, rehabilitation, and senior services.

These state-of-the-art services and programs are provided through Albany Memorial and St. Peter’s Hospitals in Albany, NY; Samaritan and St. Mary’s Hospitals in Troy, NY; Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital in Schenectady, NY; and The Eddy system of continuing care and The Community Hospice.

Troy, New York is an urban treasure located in the Capital District. The City’s rich history and eclectic energy has attracted people from across the nation and around the world. It offers the convenience and accessibility of urban living with a friendly, small town feel. The City’s affordable properties draw new residents from all walks of life: urban pioneers who enjoy living and working in Troy's beautiful, historic buildings; college students who come for a world-class education and decide to stay, and business owners seeking a real sense of community.

Capital District, New York - includes the cities of Albany, Schenectady and Troy and the surrounding areas, including Clifton Park and Saratoga Springs.

The Capital Region has excellent year-round outdoor recreation available, including excellent golf, watersports of all kinds, camping, hiking, and great downhill skiing and snowboarding. It offers a wealth of cultural offerings and activities, including several renowned museums and theaters, fine dining, and a year-round events calendar full with music and sporting events.

Excellent public and private schools are available, as are affordable homes and reasonable taxes. This region is a part of New York's Tech Valley and is abound with Higher education opportunities. The Capital District is a short drive to the scenic Adirondack, Berkshire, and Catskill Mountains.

Centrally located, Albany is less than three hours from New York City and Boston. Come find out why Forbes Magazine lists Albany as one of “America’s Most Innovative Cities”, and one of “America’s Best Places to Raise a Family” and why Brookings has described Albany as one of its “Strongest Performing Metro Areas” and Portfolio.com calls Albany one of its “Best Markets for Young Adults.”

To learn more about the Capital Region visit www.albany.org, www.albany.com,  www.techvalley.com, www.renscochamber.com, www.visittroyny.com.

Trinity Health is one of the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems in the nation. We serve people and communities in 22 states from coast to coast with more than 90 hospitals and 100 continuing care facilities – including home care, hospice, PACE and senior living facilities and programs that provide nearly two and a half million visits annually. Trinity Health employs more than 133,000 colleagues, including 7,800 employed physicians and clinicians.

Our mission: We, Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities. We support this mission by living our core values of Reverence, Commitment to Those Who are Poor, Justice, Stewardship, and Integrity. Committed to recruiting talented physicians, we are looking for physicians who share our values and want to help us fulfill the health care needs of the communities we serve.

At Trinity Health, we value the physician relationship and focus on partnering with our physicians. Whether you are a practicing physician looking to relocate or a medical resident, we offer opportunities with the flexibility to fit your individual needs. If you would like to be part of Trinity Health, we encourage you to explore this opportunity at www.trinity-health.org.

If you are interested in this opportunity and would like to submit your CV, please email Trinity Health Recruitment at docopps@trinity-health.org.