Surgery - General Physician Assistant

Explore a vascular surgery Physician Assistant job in Syracuse, NY, providing inpatient care and first-assist support for complex procedures. Join a high-acuity hospital-based vascular surgery team in this 13-week locum tenens opportunity.

Work alongside an established vascular surgery service while providing comprehensive inpatient management and operating room support. Syracuse is a vibrant Central New York community with accessible urban amenities, nearby parks, and convenient access to the scenic Finger Lakes region.

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $4,900-$5,250
• Location: Syracuse, New York
• Healthcare Setting: Inpatient, hospital-based vascular surgery
• Patient Population: Adult and geriatric
• Start Date: October 19, 2026; earlier availability may be considered
• Contract Duration: 13-week initial term with potential for ongoing coverage
• Schedule: Approximately 40 hours per week; a 3x12 schedule may be possible when staffing permits
• Shift Duration: Primarily 10-hour shifts, with schedules that may also include 12-hour shifts; typical hours include 7 a.m.-5 p.m., 7 a.m.-7 p.m., 9 a.m.-9 p.m., and 7 p.m.-7 a.m.
• Call: In-house and beeper call, typically 1-2 days per week; rotating nights and weekends required
• Patient Volume: Approximately 15-20 total patients daily, with 3-5 individual rounds and approximately 7-8 operating room cases
• Electronic Medical Record: Epic

• Physician Assistant with RNFA qualification or experience
• Active New York Physician Assistant license at the time of submission
• Current NCCPA certification
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• Current DEA registration
• 2-3 years of vascular surgery experience required
• Cardiac surgery experience that included vascular surgery coverage may be considered
• Comfort working in a high-acuity inpatient environment with adult and geriatric patients
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, rotating nights, weekends, and call coverage

• Provide inpatient medical management and daily rounding for vascular surgery patients
• Manage diabetes, hypertension, acute illness, and other medical needs during the perioperative period
• Deliver preoperative and postoperative care for vascular surgery patients
• First assist approximately five vascular surgeons in the operating room
• Assist with open vascular procedures, including peripheral bypass, carotid surgery, arteriovenous fistula creation, and open abdominal aortic surgery
• Perform or assist with bedside procedures such as suturing, PermCath removal, wound vac management, dressing changes, and wound care
• Cover scheduled in-house night and weekend shifts as part of a rotating team
• Respond to in-house or beeper call needs, including operating room coverage after scheduled shifts when required
• Document patient care accurately and efficiently in Epic

Apply now for this vascular surgery Physician Assistant locum tenens opportunity in Syracuse, New York.

GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.

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