Physician Assistant – Surgical First Assistant
Direct Hire | Full-Time | Geneva, NY – Finger Lakes

Take your surgical career to the next level in a role that blends hands-on operating room experience with meaningful patient care across the surgical continuum. This opportunity is ideal for a Physician Assistant who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys being an integral part of a high-performing surgical team.

Your Role

You’ll work closely with the Chief of Surgery, as well as Vascular and Oncology Surgeons—serving as a First Assist in the OR while also supporting patients before and after surgery in the clinical setting.

What You’ll Do

  • Act as First Assist in the operating room

  • Support pre-operative evaluations and post-operative follow-up care

  • Participate in clinic responsibilities and patient management

  • Assist with inpatient rounding as needed

  • Coordinate communication with referring and primary care providers to ensure seamless continuity of care

What You Bring

  • Current New York State Physician Assistant license

  • National Certification (NCCPA)

  • Valid DEA license

  • BLS and ACLS certifications

  • Strong clinical assessment and communication skills

  • Confidence working in both surgical and clinical environments

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary Range: $125,000 – $135,000

  • Competitive compensation with incentives

  • Student loan repayment support

  • Sign-on bonus

  • On-site child daycare

  • Comprehensive benefits package

  • Supportive, collaborative surgical team

  • Opportunities for growth and advancement

If you’re looking for a role where you can be hands-on in the OR while building strong patient relationships beyond surgery, this position offers the perfect balance.