Penn Medicine Princeton Health is looking for a Physician Assistant to join their busy Surgery Department.The Physician Assistant performs as a first assistant to surgeons during operative procedures in the inpatient and outpatient care settings at Princeton Health. General surgeries vary and include: C-section, plastics, ortho, urology etc.The Physician Assistant demonstrates competency in the performance of operative and procedural skills. Applies principles of asepsis and infection control. Provides for appropriate positioning, prepping and draping of the patient. Applies knowledge of surgical anatomy, physiology, and operative technique relative to the surgical procedure. Provides hemostasis, retraction and anatomical exposure. Performs wound closure and applies surgical dressings, casts and immobilizing devices.The PA works independently and collaborates with physicians and other health care professionals to support a comprehensive plan of care.Communicates effectively with physicians, team members, nursing and ancillary staff. Participates in daily rounds in the inpatient care setting.Documents appropriate information into the medical record, orders diagnostic tests and prescribes medications to support a comprehensiveplan of care. Develops and maintains specialty skill sets as required (i.e. Robotics). Maintains certifications as required. Demonstrates commitment to professional growth by participation in continuing medical education activities.Also provides emergency room and clinic coverage as needed.

Current NC C PA National Board Certification\nCurrent and valid New Jersey Physician Assistant license\nCurrent New Jersey CDS/DEA registration\nCurrent BLS/AC LS Certificate\nGraduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.