General Surgery Physician Assistant

Ascension•Baltimore, MD

12d•$61 - $77•Onsite

About The Position

Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital is seeking a motivated Physician Assistant to join an employed position in a busy, well-respected inpatient general surgery practice in Baltimore, Maryland. The position is supported by the resources of a robust health system network and joins an established team of 6 physicians and 18 advanced practice providers. The practice offers access to advanced surgical technology; experience with robotic-assisted surgery is preferred. The role is within a nonprofit health system. The Physician Assistant will provide comprehensive patient care through assessments, diagnostic orders and interpretation, and management of treatment plans under physician supervision. The role also includes educating patients and families about treatment options, preventive health, and community resources, and documenting care carefully to support patient safety and continuity. Ascension Saint Agnes is a 251-bed teaching hospital with a Level III trauma designation, serving a population of approximately 738,000 through an integrated referral network. It is part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system. The position is full-time and offers a base salary of $60.62–$76.90 per hour, a CME allowance and dedicated CME days, and malpractice coverage with tail.

Requirements

Board certification is required.
Must be eligible for Maryland state medical licensure and DEA registration.
BLS Provider certification is required within 30 days of hire or job transfer; American Heart Association or American Red Cross certification is accepted.
Physician Assistant credentialing from the Maryland Board of Physicians is required before hire or job transfer.
Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
One year of experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

Experience with robotic-assisted surgery is preferred.
Urology experience is a bonus.
Advanced Life Support certification is preferred; American Heart Association or American Red Cross certification is accepted.
A master's degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough patient assessments.
Order and interpret diagnostic tests.
Manage treatment plans under physician supervision to support optimal health outcomes.
Educate patients and families about treatment options, preventive health, and community resources.
Document care accurately to support patient safety and continuity of care.

Benefits

CME allowance and dedicated CME days
Malpractice coverage with tail
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, and HSA/FSA options
Employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability insurance, and life insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Ascension-paid tuition through Vocare, reimbursement, professional development, and online learning
Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care, and stress management resources
Parental leave, adoption assistance, and family benefits
Optional legal and pet insurance
Transportation savings