General Surgery Physician Assistant - St. Lawrence Region

Rochester Regional Health

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Join Rochester Regional Health – St. Lawrence Region. At Rochester Regional Health, we believe exceptional care starts with exceptional people. Our providers are empowered to build meaningful patient relationships, collaborate with supportive colleagues, and thrive both professionally and personally in one of the most scenic and welcoming regions of New York State. The St. Lawrence Region offers the perfect balance of purpose-driven medicine and quality of life — where you can make a lasting impact in a close-knit community while enjoying the natural beauty, affordability, and lifestyle flexibility that are increasingly hard to find elsewhere. This position is for an Outpatient General Surgery / Surgical First Assist role, located at Canton-Potsdam Hospital and General Surgery Practice in Potsdam, NY. The role involves 2 clinical days per week in the Hospital’s General Surgery Practice and 2 clinical days per week in the Hospital’s Operating Room. The provider will cover approximately 47 calls per year, with call hours from 5p through 7a. The team structure involves collaboration with St. Lawrence Region Physicians and providers as well as other Physicians and providers within the RRH system. EMR used is Epic.

Requirements

• BS: Physician Assistant (Required)
• PA-C - Certified Physician Assistant - National Committee on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
• RPA - Registered Physician Assistant - NYS Office of Professions
• Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning.
• Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments.
• High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns.
• Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus.
• Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation.
• TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Preference for experienced Surgical First Assist Physician Assistants

Responsibilities

• Serve a diverse patient population with strong community ties
• Enjoy a collaborative environment with experienced clinical teams
• Opportunity for autonomy while remaining connected to a large, integrated health system
• Access to advanced technology, specialty support, and system-wide resources
• Practice Outpatient General Surgery
• Surgical First Assist
• Cover approximately 47 calls per year
• Call hours are from 5p through 7a

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Base Salary: $155,000 + Productivity Incentive
• Additional Pay of $250.00 per night for call above and beyond contracted calls with an hourly rate of $75.00 per hour for any callback hours worked (including contracted call)
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Visa sponsorship opportunities available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree