Physician Assistant - General & Thoracic Surgery

Meritus Health External • Hagerstown, MD

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Meritus Health is seeking a Physician Assistant to join their General Surgery team, supporting both General and Thoracic Surgery. This role involves providing comprehensive care throughout the surgical journey, from preoperative evaluation to postoperative recovery, working directly alongside experienced surgeons and APPs. The position offers hands-on surgical experience, teamwork, clinical autonomy, and professional growth opportunities within a fast-paced surgical environment.

Requirements

• Physician Assistant who thrives in a fast-paced surgical environment
• Enjoys working as part of a collaborative, high-performing team
• Experience in General and Thoracic Surgery is a plus
• Willingness to participate in call coverage

Nice To Haves

• Experienced surgical PA
• Looking to build a career in surgery

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop appropriate treatment and care plans
• Provide comprehensive preoperative and postoperative management
• Assist General and Thoracic Surgeons in the operating room
• Participate in surgical procedures and scheduled OR block days
• Perform patient consultations, assessments, and follow-up visits
• Manage postoperative patients and monitor for potential complications
• Conduct hospital rounds and coordinate ongoing patient care
• Educate patients and families regarding procedures, treatment plans, and recovery
• Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care
• Participate in call coverage as part of the surgical team
• Support the continued growth and development of the General and Thoracic Surgery service

Benefits

• Competitive salary of $124,000–$145,000
• Direct collaboration with experienced General and Thoracic Surgeons
• Meaningful operating room and procedural experience
• Diverse surgical patient population
• Supportive physician and APP team
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
• Access to advanced technology and modern surgical techniques
• Teaching and academic opportunities
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Multiple medical plan options
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Paid Time Off beginning accrual on day one
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Access to financial planning resources

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed