Surgery - General Physician Assistant

About this job

Guthrie Lourdes is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join its Guthrie Binghamton General Surgery Practice,

As a Guthrie Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant working in General Surgery, you play an integral role in assisting with the care of our surgical patients while acting as a patient advocate and collaborating with the Practice physicians and advanced practice providers, as well as Guthrie Specialists throughout the strong Guthrie Referral Network.

• Conduct initial and follow-up patient assessments in the Practice
• Provide high-quality inpatient care to post-operative and acutely ill surgical patients
• Act as a surgical first assist in the OR
• Cover call equally with other General Surgery APPs
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests
• Prescribe medications and treatments, and order and interpret diagnostic tests as directed by supervising surgeon
• Providing patient education and counseling

• Current Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant New York State license
• Master's degree in nursing and completion of an accredited RNFA program, meeting specific certification requirements set forth by the National Assistant at Surgery Certification (NASC). OR a master s degree from an accredited physician assistant program.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask
• Experienced and newly graduated candidates are equally welcome to apply.

• Competitive Salary range starting at $125,000- $140,000 depending on experience.
• Generous PTO
• Full benefits including medical dental and disability insurance.
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage.
• 403B and 457B retirements options; HSA option available.
• Reimbursement for licensure fees, Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) certificate and renewals
• Relocation allowance available up to $15,000 per IRS regulations

• CME-$2,500 for conference registration, certifications, and membership fees for specialty-specific medical societies.
• APP council and other leadership opportunities for advanced practice providers.

• Relocation expenses paid up to $15,000.00 in accordance with IRS regulations.
• Trailing spouse placement assistance available.
• Physician professional and social special interest groups available.
• Dedicated Onboarding Specialist and Provider Services team available to ensure a successful employment start.