General Surgery APP (PA/NP) – Surgical First Assist | Full-Time Coverage
Updated 9/12/26
$100.00
– $120.00
hourly
New York, New York, United States
Physician Assistant
Surgery-General
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
Other
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Work Environment
Hospital
Visa Sponsorship
No
Experience Level
2 years
Job description
Job description
We are seeking an experienced Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner with strong robotics experience to support a high-acuity surgical program. This is a full-time, ongoing opportunity starting in September, ideal for providers open to relocation and consistent monthly coverage.
Position Overview
This role combines Surgical First Assist duties in the OR with Medical-Surgical floor coverage. The provider will work collaboratively with surgeons and clinical teams to deliver high-quality patient care across multiple specialties.
Samantha Hutchinson
Senior Recruiting Consultant
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Job Responsibilities
First assist in surgical procedures (including robotics)
Cauterizing vessels and tissues
Placement of clamps and sutures
Closing surgical sites (sutures, staples, adhesives)
Maintaining hemostasis and controlling bleeding
Assisting with suction, drainage, and irrigation
Proper patient positioning and immobilization in the OR
Supporting surgical exposure and circulation management
Floor coverage duties:
Patient rounding and progress notes
Order management, consults, and discharges
Patient Population:
Adults with a broad range of acute conditions
Case mix includes:
General Surgery
OB/GYN
Orthopedics
Unit Details
Total Beds: 109
Patient Ratio: 1:10–15
EMR: EPIC
Medication Dispensing: Pyxis
Team Structure:
1 Provider
1 NP
1 LPN
Anesthesia support in all procedures
Qualifications
Minimum 2 years of recent surgical experience
Robotics experience required
Active AHA certifications:
BLS
ACLS
ATLS
Active state license
Working Hours
Full-time: 4 weeks per month
Tuesday–Friday, 7a–5p
Call Opportunities:
1–2 weekends/month (Fri 5p – Mon 7a)
Weekend rounding: Sat–Sun, 8a–12p
Weeknight call: ~4 shifts/month (5p–7a)
Skills
Cauterizing vessels and tissues
Placement of clamps and sutures
Closing surgical sites (sutures, staples, adhesives)
Maintaining hemostasis and controlling bleeding
Assisting with suction, drainage, and irrigation
Proper patient positioning and immobilization in the OR
Supporting surgical exposure and circulation management
By applying you agree to our Terms of Service