About this opportunity
Atlas Search lists this Surgery - General Nurse Practitioner opportunity in fort drum, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Join a Surgical Team Where Your Skills Truly Matter
We re looking for an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with surgical expertise to support a high-performing operating room team. This is a hands-on role ideal for clinicians who enjoy being actively involved in procedures while also contributing to patient care across the full surgical continuum.
If you re passionate about precision, teamwork, and improving patient outcomes, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day.
Schedule & Compensation
Shift: 11:00 AM 7:00 PM
Pay Range: $55/hr $70/hr
Key Responsibilities
In the Operating Room
Assist surgeons with critical procedural tasks, including tissue handling, suturing, and maintaining visibility of the surgical field
Support bleeding control through appropriate techniques and tools
Contribute to advanced surgical cases, including minimally invasive and robotic procedures
Provide suctioning, irrigation, and real-time procedural support
Patient Care & Coordination
Review patient histories and surgical plans to ensure readiness
Partner with RNs and surgical techs to coordinate care and workflow
Monitor patient status intraoperatively under physician direction
Participate in post-procedure care, including wound management and recovery transitions
Surgical Preparation & Safety
Ensure all instruments, supplies, and sterile fields are properly prepared
Assist with patient positioning, prepping, and draping
Maintain strict adherence to aseptic technique and safety protocols
Verify instrument and sponge counts to support patient safety standards
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
One of the following required:
Certified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA)
Physician Assistant (NCCPA certified)
Nurse Practitioner with surgical certification
Minimum of 2 years in a surgical or operating room environment
Scrub experience preferred
Core Competencies
Strong understanding of surgical procedures, anatomy, and instrumentation
Excellent technical skill, including dexterity and coordination
Sound clinical judgment and ability to adapt quickly in complex situations
Effective communicator with a collaborative mindset
Work Environment
Fast-paced surgical setting with exposure to standard operating room conditions
Extended periods of standing and use of surgical attire required
Flexibility for on-call shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Benefits Package
$10,000 sign-on bonus
401(k) with employer match
Medical, dental, and vision benefits starting the 1st of the month after 30 days
24 days of paid time off in your first year
Long-term disability and life insurance options
Atlas Search is a tri-state area recruitment agency, connecting new graduates, Advanced Practice Providers, Physicians and Nurse Leaders to hospitals, clinics, multi-specialty groups, nursing homes, managed care companies, private practices, and healthcare start-ups.
If you would like to learn more about the opportunities we offer, please submit your CV for consideration here.
Worksite address
fort drum, NY, 13602, US
Who can apply
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