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Pays $121k-$212k — Physician Assistant market median is ~$126k (29 jobs) · Above average in Surgery (PA) for work-life (3.9/10, vs 404 in this specialty)

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Glen Cove, New York

Physician Assistant-General Surgery (Per Diem) (Variable Shifts)

Physician Assistant Above average in Surgery (PA)No weekendsPer Diem
Posted 2h ago · Verified live

About the Role

Per diem PA in general surgery. Variable shifts. Glen Cove, NY.

Join Northwell as a Physician Assistant – General Surgery, Per Diem in Glen Cove, New York, United States. Performs a variety of functions and technical procedures necessary for patient admission, assessment, diagnosis, treatment, follow-up, and outcome evaluation. Participates in performance improvement, research, and educational activities.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Salary: $121K - $212K

Work Schedule

  • Per Diem position.
  • No weekends required.

This position offers weekends off. Work with Northwell in Glen Cove, New York, United States.

Key Responsibilities

The Physician Assistant performs patient assessments, diagnoses, and treatments while managing daily rounds and care plans. They also collaborate with the medical team to ensure quality care and handle discharge documentation and patient instructions.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree and be a graduate of an ARC-PA accredited program. A current New York State Physician Assistant license, NCCPA certification, and BLS certification are required.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

BLS

Key Skills

Patient assessmentPhysical examinationsPlan of care developmentPatient roundsMedication orderingDiagnostic test interpretationClinical documentationDischarge planningPatient educationSurgical assistanceCollaborationQuality improvement

Position Insights

AI ANALYSIS

This role scores 3.9/10 on work-life balance for Physician Assistant roles.

Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...

Benefits analysis: Compared to 29 similar roles, this listing's benefits package ranks...

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Benefits & Perks37 jobs · 36 employers

401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
65%
Sign-on bonus
38%
Loan repayment
14%
Relocation assistance
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