Atlantic Health is Seeking a Per Diem Physician Assistant for Surgical Services at Overlook Medical Center in Summit, New Jersey 

The Department of Surgery at Overlook Medical Center is seeking a board-certified Physician Assistant (PA) for a Per Diem opportunity. We are a hospital-based group that offers a supportive and team-based environment with exposure to multiple surgical subspecialties.  Responsibilities primarily include OR first assistant coverage as well as management of admissions, consults, rounding support, post-op management, bedside procedures and discharge of patients.  This position is a great opportunity for growth and exposure to high acuity patients, complex procedures with an emphasis and high volume of DaVinci Robotic Surgery cases.  

The PA should be collaborative and versed in all aspects of General Surgery including laparoscopic procedures. The ideal candidate will bring a positive and caring attitude, excellent communication skills, clinical expertise, and previous operative experience. Successful candidates will have access to the Da Vinci Robotic system and an opportunity to increase their knowledge and skillset in robotics. 

This is a per diem position, ideally looking for 2-4 shifts per month. Depending on operative needs the shift could vary from 8-12 hrs.  There is an extensive onboarding and training period as well as a supportive environment for collaboration and learning.