Physician Assistant Surgical First Assistant (General Surgery) Job at SouthCoast Health, Savannah, GA

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  • SouthCoast Health
  • Savannah, GA

Job Description

SouthCoast Health is seeking a dedicated and experienced Physician Assistant Surgical First Assistant to join our General Surgery team. This position plays a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care by providing support to our surgeons in a hospital setting.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide first-assist support in laparoscopic, robotic, and open surgical procedures.

  • Aid surgeons in initiating and completing surgical cases.

  • Document all patient encounters and care accurately in the medical record.

  • Respond promptly to medical emergencies, including CPR administration.

  • Maintain communication and collaboration with physicians, nursing, and ancillary teams.

  • Uphold patient confidentiality and professional standards in all clinical activities.

  • Support other clinical duties as assigned by supervising physicians.

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an AMA-accredited Physician Assistant program (BA/BS and Masters required).

  • Current Georgia PA license and NCCPA certification .

  • Current BLS and ACLS certification.

  • Minimum of one year of experience as a Physician Assistant, preferably in a hospital OR setting.

  • Strong interpersonal, decision-making, and teamwork skills.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Health Savings Account or Flex Spending Account
  • Short- and long-term disability coverage

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • CME reimbursement and continuing education support

  • Competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth

EEO, MFVD, DFW

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work,

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