About this opportunity
Catholic Health Services lists this Physician Assistant - General, Vascular and Colon Surgery opportunity in town of islip, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Physician Assistant – General Surgical Services (OR-Focused)
Non-Exempt | Full-Time
Location: Good Samaritan University Hospital and Outpatient facility at 580 Union Boulevard, West Islip, NY 11795
Join a high-volume, collaborative surgical team in West Islip offering extensive operating room exposure, strong surgeon mentorship, and a supportive APP environment. This role is ideal for a surgical PA seeking hands-on OR experience with continuity of care in the outpatient setting.
Why This Role Stands Out
80% dedicated OR time with first-assist opportunities
Work closely with 7 experienced surgeons across a variety of cases
Balanced role with both surgical and outpatient continuity of care
Surgeons You Will Support
Michael J. Sacca, MD
Rakesh Hegde, MD
John Hsu, MD
Christine J. Park, MD
Dr. Garri Pasklinsky, MD
Nathan Thomas, DO
Pratibha Vemulapalli, MD
The PA will collaborate with all surgeons, supporting their patients throughout the perioperative continuum.
Position Overview
This role is primarily focused on operating room support (~80%), with the remaining 20% dedicated to outpatient care, including pre-operative evaluations, post-operative follow-ups, and patient education. The PA will work closely with surgeons, nursing staff, and office personnel to ensure high-quality, coordinated care.
Key Responsibilities
First assist in the operating room
Manage pre-operative and post-operative patient care
Conduct outpatient visits and surgical follow-ups
Perform minor procedures and wound care as delegated
Collaborate with physicians and clinical teams to support patient flow
Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation
Schedule
Full-time, 5 days schedule
Qualifications
Master’s degree in Physician Assistant studies from an accredited program.
Current New York State Physician Assistant licensure.
Certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
Previous surgical experience or a strong interest in surgery preferred.
BLS and ACLS required – from AHA
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive compensation
Paid overtime (non-exempt role)
Comprehensive benefits package
Paid time off and holidays
CME allowance and professional development support
Why Join Us
Well-established surgical practice with a strong reputation
Hands-on OR experience and surgeon mentorship
Collaborative, team-oriented culture
Opportunity for long-term growth and skill development
Salary Range
USD $71.98 - USD $95.00 /Hr.
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Who can apply
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