Physician Assistant; Per Diem), Department of Surgery - Summit NJ

Physician Assistant (Per Diem), Department of Surgery - Summit NJ

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Atlantic Health is Seeking a Per Diem Physician Assistant for Surgical Services at Overlook Medical Center in Summit, New Jersey.

The Department of Surgery at Overlook Medical Center is seeking a board-certified Physician Assistant (PA) for a Per Diem opportunity. We are a hospital-based group that offers a supportive and team-based environment with exposure to multiple surgical subspecialties. Responsibilities primarily include OR first assistant coverage as well as management of admissions, consults, rounding support, post‑op management, bedside procedures and discharge of patients.

This position is a great opportunity for growth and exposure to high acuity patients, complex procedures with an emphasis and high volume of DaVinci Robotic Surgery cases.

The PA should be collaborative and versed in all aspects of General Surgery including laparoscopic procedures. The ideal candidate will bring a positive and caring attitude, excellent communication skills, clinical expertise, and previous operative experience. Successful candidates will have access to the Da Vinci Robotic system and an opportunity to increase their knowledge and skillset in robotics.

This is a per diem position, ideally looking for 2-4 shifts per month. Depending on operative needs the shift could vary from 8-12 hrs. There is an extensive onboarding and training period as well as a supportive environment for collaboration and learning.

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program - NCCPA certified
• 1-3 years of surgical experience / surgical residency trained candidates preferred, but new graduates will be considered
• Must be licensed or eligible for licensure in New Jersey
• ACLS and BLS required
• Completion of post graduate surgical residency/fellowship is a plus
• DaVinci Certification is preferred
• Must be knowledgeable and comfortable in laparoscopic procedures

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
• Life & AD&D Insurance.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan:
  Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
• PTO & Paid Sick Leave
• Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
• Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
• Backup and On-Site Childcare
• Well-Being Rewards
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
• Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
• Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance

Atlantic Health System, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.