Surgical Physician Associate

2 months ago


Brockton, Massachusetts, United States Steward Health Care Full time

The Surgical Physician Associate is an integral part of the General Surgical team at Steward Health Care, collaborating with experienced surgeons, fellow Physician Associates, and Surgical Residents.

In this capacity, the Physician Associate operates under the supervision of a physician, delivering exceptional and cost-efficient patient care through a variety of surgical preparations, peri-operative, post-operative procedures, and medical management tasks. Additionally, the Physician Associate will support the execution of surgical and other critical procedures.


Key Responsibilities:

The Physician Associate will undertake comprehensive history-taking, conduct physical assessments, and thoroughly review patient medical records. They will also be tasked with ordering pertinent laboratory, radiological, and diagnostic tests based on the patient's clinical status. Furthermore, the Physician Associate will engage in daily multidisciplinary rounds, maintain precise progress notes, provide pre-operative education to patients and their families, and address any inquiries related to surgical procedures, recovery, or associated risks.

Moreover, the Physician Associate will facilitate hospital admissions and discharges under the guidance of the supervising physician.

The Physician Associate will also perform or assist in a range of procedures, including but not limited to:

  • Incision and drainage of wounds
  • Post-pyloric feeding tube placement
  • Central line placement (internal jugular, subclavian, and femoral vein cannulation)
  • Dialysis catheter placement
  • Phlebotomy
  • Arterial puncture
  • Foley catheter insertion
  • Radial artery cannulation
  • Emergent decompression of tension pneumothorax, including thoracostomy catheter insertion
Required Qualifications:
  • Current BLS and ACLS certification
  • Valid Massachusetts license to practice as a Physician Assistant
  • DEA / Massachusetts Controlled Substance Licensure
  • Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant Program, with preference for candidates possessing a minimum of one year of experience in a surgical setting.

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