Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Surgery - General Needed in NY

Job Description

Our client in New York is seeking a General Surgery Physician Assistant for a 60-day assignment beginning Aug 24, 2026. This role involves a dynamic schedule combining day shifts (7a-3p) with weekday and weekend call coverage. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive care to hospitalized patients, encompassing surgical first assist duties in the operating room and extensive surgical floor coverage, including managing rounding, progress notes, orders, discharges, and consults.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide comprehensive care to hospitalized patients, working closely with physicians and healthcare teams.
• Perform surgical first assist duties in the operating room.
• Cauterize wounds and vessels.
• Pack sponges in body cavities and position patients to maintain circulation and surgeon access.
• Place clamps and sutures.
• Close skin with adhesives, sutures, or staples.
• Apply direct pressure on veins and tissue.
• Perform or aid in patient suction, drainage, and irrigation.
• Manage hemostasis, the stopping of excess bleeding and blood flow.
• Immobilize patients on the operating table.
• Assist with rounding and progress notes for surgical floor coverage.
• Manage orders, discharges, and consults for patients.
• Work primarily with General Surgery, OB/GYN, and Orthopedic patients.

Additional Information

• Required Board Certifications: General Surgery
• EMR: Epic
• Shift hours include Days: 7a-3p; Weekday Call: 7a-5p or 3p-11p; Weekend Call: Friday 5p- Monday 7a

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.

Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

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