Surgical Physician Assistant (PA-C)
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Job Type: Permanent
Company: Palm Careers
Category: Healthcare
Job Description Apply Now
Surgical Physician Assistant (PA-C) – Full-Time Opportunity
Join an esteemed cancer center in the Phoenix, AZ metro area as a Surgical Physician Assistant (PA-C) and become part of a nationally recognized team dedicated to comprehensive patient care in a fast-paced surgical environment. This full-time Surgical Physician Assistant (PA-C) position offers a rewarding career path for those passionate about surgical care, patient education, and multidisciplinary collaboration. The role is designed for an experienced Surgical Physician Assistant (PA-C) ready to contribute their expertise in a renowned healthcare setting, supporting a diverse array of surgical specialties.
This opportunity is ideal for a Surgical Physician Assistant (PA-C) with experience in robotic surgery and a drive to stay at the forefront of surgical innovation. The cancer center is committed to providing outstanding care and fostering professional growth, ensuring Surgical Physician Assistants (PA-Cs) are empowered to perform at their best while making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives. The supportive and inclusive work culture in the Phoenix, AZ region adds to the appeal of this exceptional Surgical Physician Assistant (PA-C) role.
As a full-time Surgical Physician Assistant (PA-C), you will perform first assist duties in the operating room, collaborate closely with surgeons and multidisciplinary teams, and ensure that patient care meets the highest standards. The center’s convenient location in the Phoenix, AZ metro area provides professionals with excellent amenities, a vibrant community, and a positive work-life balance.
Surgical Physician Assistant (PA-C) - Summary- Full-time position in a nationally recognized cancer center.
- Opportunity to work with a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.
- Emphasis on surgical first-assist, patient evaluation, and postoperative care.
- Professional growth in a supportive, innovative environment.
- Serve as a first-assist in the operating room, handling patient preparation, positioning, draping, and tissue manipulation for a wide variety of procedures, including robotic and microvascular cases.
- Perform non-anesthesia minor surgical procedures with autonomy and proficiency.
- Meet the needs of attending surgeons and maintain technical skills across colorectal, breast, plastic, orthopedic, gynecologic, head & neck, thoracic, and urologic surgical services.
- Consult and collaborate with surgeons, hospitalists, intensivists, pain management specialists, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes.
- Evaluate, diagnose, and treat illnesses and injuries in clinic, pre-op, inpatient, and internal medicine settings.
- Order, interpret, and follow up on labs, radiographic studies, and other diagnostic interventions.
- Educate and counsel patients and their families regarding surgical procedures, recovery, and ongoing care.
- Conduct comprehensive and problem-focused histories and physicals, including pre- and postoperative evaluations, discharge documentation, and follow-up visits.
- Maintain licensure and certification as required by state and national authorities.
- Prescribe controlled substances and other prescription-only medications in accordance with federal and state laws.
- Complete timely and accurate documentation in electronic medical record systems, including patient orders, histories, physicals, and surgical information.
- Adhere strictly to universal protocols and organizational standards while performing surgical assistant duties.
- Provide call coverage and onsite patient rounding as required by the facility’s call program.
- Competitive, experience-driven salary (to be discussed during the interview process).
- Full suite of benefits, including medical, dental, and financial packages.
- Professional development opportunities and incentives.
- Relocation allowance and additional incentives for eligible candidates.
- Current or eligible Arizona PA-C licensure required.
- Certification as a Physician Assistant (PA-C) mandatory.
- Robotic surgical experience required.
- Preferred: Experience in hepatobiliary, transplant, surgical oncology, or microscopic surgery.
- Demonstrated proficiency in EMR documentation, PACS navigation, and surgical information systems.
- Ability to prescribe controlled substances per federal and state guidelines.
- Experienced Surgical Physician Assistant (PA-C) with a strong background in a variety of surgical domains and robotic cases.
- Excellent communicator and collaborator, comfortable working with multidisciplinary teams.
- Detail-oriented, highly organized, and committed to maintaining high standards in patient care and documentation.
- Flexible and adaptable to changing clinical environments and patient needs.
- Dedicated to ongoing professional development and keeping up to date with surgical innovations.
- The cancer center has a strong reputation for excellence in patient care and a collaborative work culture.
- Palm Health Resources has a longstanding history of matching healthcare professionals with rewarding career opportunities and supports candidates throughout the recruitment process.
- The Phoenix, AZ metro area offers a vibrant community with excellent professional and lifestyle resources for healthcare professionals.
- Apply now by clicking the job application button to take the next step in your career as a Surgical Physician Assistant (PA-C).
Palm Health Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.