Physician Assistant - General Surgery Job at Wellhart, Houston, TX

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  • Wellhart
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Physician Assistant specializing in General Surgery for a 10-day locum tenens assignment in New York. This opportunity, starting on 01/02/2026, involves working 12-hour shifts (7a-7p) with a mix of days and nights at a hospital. The ideal candidate will be comfortable with various surgical procedures including appendectomy, cholecystectomy, and hernia repair. Flexibility in shift scheduling is essential, as assignments may change based on patient and facility needs. The role encompasses a wide range of responsibilities, from assisting in surgical procedures to patient care management, with duties spanning pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative care.

Job Details:

Location: New York

Facility Type: Hospital

Start Date: 01/02/2026

LOA: 10 days (with potential for extension)

Provider Type Needed: Physician Assistant specializing in General Surgery

Schedule: 12-hour shifts (7a-7p), mix of days and nights

Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Assist in surgical procedures such as appendectomy, cholecystectomy, and hernia repair
  • Perform pre-operative assessments and post-operative care
  • Administer IV medications and manage medication drips
  • Conduct wound care, including dressing changes and wound debridement
  • Insert and manage various medical devices (e.g., feeding tubes, Foley catheters, arterial lines)
  • Interpret diagnostic tests including EKGs and ABGs
  • Participate in treatment planning and interdisciplinary rounds
  • Perform history and physical examinations
  • Provide patient education and discharge instructions
  • Write daily progress notes, discharge orders, and summaries
  • Order and interpret imaging studies and laboratory work
  • Manage pain and participate in end-of-life decision making
  • Assist in various medical procedures such as chest tube removal and PICC line placement
  • Participate in code situations and initiate CPR when necessary
  • Utilize Allscripts electronic health record system

Additional Information:

  • New York state license required
  • Flexibility in shift scheduling is crucial
  • Opportunity for assignment extension

Apply now to learn more!

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 (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.

Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.

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Job Tags

Permanent employment, Contract work, Locum, Shift work, Night shift,

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