Physician Assistant - General Surgery
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Job Description
Phelps Health is a 2000-employee-strong hospital and healthcare system serving the heart of small-town Missouri.
No matter where you start with us, we’re committed to taking our team to the top. If you’re ready for the challenge of providing life-saving care or supporting those who do, read on to find your fit in the Phelps Health family.
We’re seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant -- General Surgery who shares our C.A.R.E.S. values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Service.
Position Summary
The General Surgery Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant manages surgical patients from preoperative evaluation through postoperative follow-up, working alongside surgeons and the care team in clinic, inpatient units, and the operating room.
- Perform histories and physicals; diagnose and manage surgical conditions
- Order and interpret labs and imaging; prescribe within scope of practice
- Assess, educate, and optimize patients before surgery, including informed consent
- Round on inpatients; manage postoperative care, wounds, drains, and complications
- Assist in the operating room and perform credentialed bedside and clinic procedures
- Coordinate discharge planning and care with nursing, anesthesia, and other services
- Document accurately, support quality improvement, and mentor staff and students
Location: This is a full-time position based at the Phelps Health Hospital in Rolla, Missouri.
Position Benefits
- Guaranteed base salary for three years, plus wRVU incentives
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401K with employer match
- Comprehensive Benefits
Our Competitive Edge
Supportive Organization with Team-oriented Staff
- Access to state-of-the-art equipment with an organization dedicated to reinvesting in high-quality care; use of Epic EMR, DAX Copilot, etc.
- Hospital-attached clinics in a system that values its employees and work-life balance
- Opportunities for leadership and employer-paid professional development
- High-demand service in rural South-Central Missouri
Location Highlights
Endless outdoor activities, fine dining, and more in the breathtaking Ozarks, with nearby Mark Twain National Forest
- Low cost of living, top-rated public schools, and a low crime rate for family-friendly living
- Close proximity to Missouri S&T, Missouri’s No.1 Public University for ROI (Georgetown’s Center on Education)
- Welcoming atmosphere with big-city amenities, just 90 minutes from St. Louis
Join us at Phelps Health and elevate your career while enjoying the beauty and community spirit of Rolla, Missouri!
At Phelps Health, we think we have a better team, benefits, and opportunities for growth than anyone else around, and we invite you to see for yourself! Apply now to join us on our mission in health care.
Key Responsibilities
The Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner manages surgical patients from preoperative evaluation through postoperative follow-up in clinic, inpatient, and operating room settings. They are responsible for performing physicals, ordering diagnostics, assisting in surgery, and coordinating discharge planning.
Requirements
The candidate must be a licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant capable of managing surgical conditions and performing clinical procedures. They are expected to work collaboratively with surgeons and the care team while adhering to the organization's C.A.R.E.S. values.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Surgery — Physician Assistant Career Context
Of the 50 active Surgery listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 76% have no call, 76% require no weekends.
Surgery pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Surgery median $126k (middle half $110k–$155k)36 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | Missouri index 90.8 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 2% remote · 76% no call · 76% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Surgery pay trend | +3.4% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
| Implied production pay | ~$250k | $50/wRVU × 5,000 wRVUsCMS CPT frequencies; WeekdayDoc listing median $/wRVU |
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