Perioperative Surgery Physician Assistant Job Gallupville New York USA,Nursing

Location: Gallupville

The Orthopedic and Robotic Surgical Services at Albany Medical Center is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant to join our busy and collaborative Perioperative Surgical team
. This position offers an exceptional opportunity to be part of a progressive surgical team at the forefront of patient care. The candidate will work alongside accomplished surgeons and staff while gaining hands‑on exposure to advanced robotic technology, such as the Davinchi Xi, dv5, and the Mako in Orthopedics robotics. The candidate will also assist a wide variety of surgical specialties in a supportive learning environment.

Our experienced surgical team is committed to mentoring and training staff across a broad range of procedures, helping you build valuable skills and confidence.

Position Highlights:

Some schedule flexibility, as arranged with supervision
Monday-Friday, daytime hours
Preference for four 10-hour shifts with a dedicated day off
Option for five 8-hour shifts
Opportunity for candidates to supplement income by working additional shifts on weekends or regularly scheduled days off
Position located at AMC's main campus (43 New Scotland Ave Albany NY 12208) with occasional work at the South Clinical Campus in Albany

Essential Duties and

Responsibilities include:

Provide comprehensive perioperative care for surgical patients
Assist surgeons during a wide range of surgical procedures, including robotic assist in general surgery, urology, gynecology, thoracic & colorectal, and total joints, sports medicine, foot & ankle, upper extremity in the Orthopedic department.
Perform first-assist and second-assist duties in the operating room
Collaborate with perioperative nursing staff and surgical teams to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care
Participate in a collaborative learning environment where experienced surgical teams provide mentorship and training across multiple surgical specialties
Maintain proficiency in evolving surgical techniques, technologies, and perioperative best practices through ongoing professional development
Document patient encounters, operative notes, and clinical findings accurately and in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, patient safety programs, and evidence-based practice efforts within the surgical department
Support a culture of teamwork, continuous learning, and excellence in a fast‑paced surgical environment

Qualifications:

Completion of appropriate education as follows:
Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant degree program OR
Master's Degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program and completion of RNFA training
Must be licensed and actively registered as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner in New York State
Able to quickly master all aspects of a computerized medical recordkeeping and billing system.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written skills.
Must be HIPAA compliant at all times.
ACLS/BLS certification required

We offer a highly competitive benefits package, including:

Competitive base salary range $126,200-$165,000 depending on years of licensure
Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
Albany Med retirement plan plus a 403(b)
Annual CME allowance and dedicated CME time
Occurrence-based malpractice coverage
Employee wellness programs and mental health support

Albany Medical Center is the centerpiece of medicine, research, and medical education in New York's Capital Region and is the area's largest private employer with more than 10,000 employees.

Albany Medical Center offers excellent career opportunities in a wide range of roles in both patient care and administration. We value all our staff members and offer outstanding employee…