Locums General Surgery Physician Assistant (PA) Job Opportunity- Maryland
Glencoe, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician Assistant
Specialty
Surgery-General
Degree Required
MPAS/MHS/MMSc/MPH
DHS/DHSc
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Work Environment
Hospital
Inpatient
Location
Maryland, Maryland, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Experience Level
1 year
Job Description
Last Update:
2/07/25
We are seeking a skilled General Surgery Physician Assistant (PA) to join our growing surgical team. This role offers a full-time or part-time opportunity in a high-priority position, providing hands-on surgical assistance in a fast-paced hospital environment.
- Assist in general surgical procedures from preoperative to intraoperative and postoperative care.
- Work independently in the operating room (OR), with surgeries beginning at 7:30 AM and running until completion (typically 5:30 PM).
- Provide first-assist support during surgical procedures, including suturing and wound closure.
- Utilize the EPIC EMR system for documentation and charting.
- Participate in call coverage, including six shifts per month (four weekday night shifts and two 24-hour weekend shifts).
- Ensure a 30-minute response time for on-call duties.
- No clinic responsibilities—all duties are strictly surgical.
Job Responsibilities
Work independently in the operating room (OR), with surgeries beginning at 7:30 AM and running until completion (typically 5:30 PM).
Provide first-assist support during surgical procedures, including suturing and wound closure.
Utilize the EPIC EMR system for documentation and charting.
Participate in call coverage, including six shifts per month (four weekday night shifts and two 24-hour weekend shifts).
Ensure a 30-minute response time for on-call duties.
No clinic responsibilities—all duties are strictly surgical.
State Licensure: Must be licensed in Maryland.
Board Status: Not required.
Experience: Minimum one year of surgical experience.
Preferred Skills: Experience with the DaVinci robotic surgical system (not required but preferred).
Certifications: BLS certification required.
DEA License: Not required.
CSR License: Not required.
Qualifications
Board Status: Not required.
Experience: Minimum one year of surgical experience.
Preferred Skills: Experience with the DaVinci robotic surgical system (not required but preferred).
Certifications: BLS certification required.
DEA License: Not required.
CSR License: Not required.
Working Hours
Shift Hours: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM.
On-Call Requirements: Six shifts per month (four weekday nights and two weekend 24-hour shifts).
Skills
Ability to work independently in the operating room.
Proficiency in using EPIC EMR for patient documentation.
Effective communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to handle high-pressure surgical environments.