General Surgery Physician Assistant
Job at a glance
Job description
Located in northwest Arizona, Kingman offers a mild climate with stunning Arizona sunsets! In the shadows of beautiful mountain ranges and nearby lakes, Kingman is an outdoor enthusiasts' paradise with abundant sunshine and is a great community to live, work and play!
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Physician Assistant to join Mohave Surgical Specialists. This full-time, primarily clinic-based role supports three general surgeons through outpatient evaluation and follow-up, postoperative and global-period care, wound management, and appropriate surgical consultations. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative surgical team and help expand timely access to high-quality patient care.
What we offer
- Competitive salary
- No call requirement
- Comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan options
- Paid time off
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Ability to work closely with experienced surgeons and clinical staff
Job Responsibilities
• Evaluate and manage new and established general surgery patients and develop evidence-based plans of care
• Provide postoperative and global-period follow-up care for patients of all three general surgeons
• Evaluate and manage routine and complex postoperative and surgical wounds within scope
• Provide appropriate surgical consultations, including colonoscopy and EGD-related evaluations consistent with practice workflows
• Order and interpret laboratory tests, imaging, and other diagnostic studies
• Round on hospitalized postoperative general surgery patients as assigned
• Recognize potential postoperative complications and promptly communicate or escalate concerns to the responsible surgeon
• Provide patient and family education regarding treatment plans, wound care, restrictions, warning signs and recovery
• Collaborate with surgeons, nursing, hospitalists, case management, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record
• Participate in quality improvement and patient-safety initiatives
Qualifications
• Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies from an accredited program
Licensure & Certification:
• Current or eligible Arizona Physician Assistant license
• NCCPA Certification Required
• Current ACLS certification
Experience Preferred