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u003cdivu003eu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003ePhysician Assistant - General Surgeryu0026 u003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003eu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eSchedule:u003c/strongu003e Full-Time Hospital-Based Role Surgical u0026Perioperative Careu003c/pu003eu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003ePosition Overview:u003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003eu003cpu003eWe are seeking a dedicated and experienced Physician Assistant with a strong foundation in General Surgery to join our surgical team. This role is ideal for a candidate with a minimum of 1-2 years of surgical experience, looking to leverage their expertise in a dynamic and high-acuity environment.u003c/pu003eu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eKey Responsibilities:u003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003eu003culu003eu003cliu003eAct as first assist during general surgery procedures within the operating room.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eDeliver comprehensive preoperative and postoperative care, including hospital rounding.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eConduct thorough patient evaluations, including history, physicals, and perioperative assessments.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eCoordinate care plans and surgical consults in collaboration with the attending surgeon.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003ePerform bedside procedures such as wound care, drain removal, suturing, and staple removal.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eEducate and counsel patients and their families on surgical procedures and recovery.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eWork closely with multidisciplinary care teams to ensure optimal surgical outcomes.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eMaintain accurate documentation within the electronic health record (EHR).u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eEngage in quality improvement initiatives, workflow optimization, and patient safety efforts.u003c/liu003eu003c/ulu003eu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eQualifications:u003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003eu003culu003eu003cliu003eGraduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eBoard-Certified Physician Assistant with an active Alabama PA license or eligibility to obtain.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eBLS and ACLS certifications, or willingness to obtain them.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eProven experience in general surgery or surgical subspecialties preferred.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eStrong OR first-assist capabilities and procedural competency.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eExceptional communication and collaboration skills in a team environment.u003c/liu003eu003c/ulu003eu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eCompensation and Benefits:u003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003eu003culu003eu003cliu003eCompetitive base salary with productivity incentives.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eComprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eMalpractice coverage and CME allowance with paid CME time.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003ePaid time off and reimbursement for licenses and certifications.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eSupportive, team-oriented surgical environment with robust clinical resources.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eLucrative Sign on Bonus and Relocation Assistanceu0026 u003c/liu003eu003c/ulu003eu003cpu003eThis opportunity offers a chance to work in a hospital setting that values high-quality patient care, collaborative teamwork, and ongoing clinical excellence. If you are a skilled Physician Assistant ready to make a significant impact in General Surgery, we encourage you to apply.u003c/pu003eu003c/divu003e ', 'location ': 'Dothan, AL ', 'remote ':null, 'jobtype ': 'directhire ', 'remoteoption ': 'no ', 'featuredonjobboard ':false, 'ownedbyagency ':false, 'externalid ': 'MA84-2751940