Berkshire Health Systems is seeking a Surgical Physician Assistant to join their comprehensive surgical team. The role involves perioperative care, operating room duties, and consults within a state-of-the-art facility. The position offers the opportunity to work with experienced surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing staff in a teaching hospital setting, serving a community known for its cultural and recreational amenities.

Responsibilities

• Provide perioperative care for surgical patients.
• Assist in the operating room during surgical procedures.
• Conduct patient consultations and assessments.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing staff.
• Participate in preoperative and postoperative patient management.
• Contribute to patient education and discharge planning.
• Support the surgical team in maintaining sterile and safe operating environments.
• Engage in clinical documentation and record-keeping.

Compensation

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Sign-on bonus and relocation support available.
• W-2 employment with standard tax withholding.
• Value-based compensation model.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance.
• Comprehensive benefits package (details not specified).
• Supportive team environment within a teaching hospital.
• Opportunity to work in a community with excellent schools and recreational activities.

Shift & Schedule

• Mix of perioperative care, operating room duties, and consultations.
• Schedule details not explicitly specified; likely includes standard surgical hours.

Requirements

• Certification as a Physician Assistant with surgical experience preferred.
• Current state licensure or eligibility to practice as a PA.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced surgical environment.
• Experience with perioperative patient management.
• Knowledge of sterile techniques and surgical protocols.
• Commitment to providing high-quality patient care.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Prior experience in a teaching hospital setting is a plus.
• Flexibility to adapt to a varied surgical schedule.