Physician Assistant – Plastic Surgery

Pacific Plastic Surgery Group • San Francisco, CA

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About The Position

An established private practice led by a board-certified plastic surgeon is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to join its surgical team. The PA will work directly with the surgeon to provide aesthetic and reconstructive care and a personal, high-touch patient experience.

The role includes comprehensive patient evaluations, individualized treatment planning, patient education, and post-operative follow-up and wound management. The PA will perform in-office procedures such as suturing, minor excisions, neurotoxin and dermal filler injections, PRP treatments, and light- and laser-based treatments. The PA will also assist in the operating room across cosmetic and reconstructive procedures, support intraoperative care, and help maintain a safe, high-quality surgical experience.

Additional duties include maintaining accurate electronic medical records, coordinating with clinical and administrative staff, supporting surgical scheduling, and ensuring continuity of care from consultation through recovery. The practice offers a base salary of $165,000 or more, based on experience and qualifications, and exposure to a broad range of procedures with opportunities to grow skills.

Requirements

• Graduate of an ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current NCCPA certification.
• Active California PA license, or a license in process that will be active by the start date.
• Current BLS certification.
• At least 1 year of surgical or related clinical experience.
• Strong clinical skills, sound judgment, and close attention to detail.
• Passion for aesthetics and patient-centered outcomes.
• Warm, clear communication skills and the ability to build trust.
• Organization and adaptability in a fast-paced surgical setting.
• Collaborative approach and professional conduct.

Nice To Haves

• 3 or more years of experience, ideally in plastic, cosmetic, or reconstructive surgery.
• Operating room or surgical first-assist experience.
• Experience with aesthetic injectables and laser or energy-based devices.
• ACLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, including histories, physical exams, and pre-operative assessments.
• Partner with the surgeon to develop individualized treatment plans.
• Educate patients about procedures, expectations, and recovery.
• Provide post-operative care, including follow-up visits and wound management.
• Perform in-office procedures, including suturing, minor excisions, neurotoxin and dermal filler injections, PRP treatments, and light- and laser-based treatments.
• Assist in the operating room across cosmetic and reconstructive procedures.
• Support intraoperative care, including retraction, suturing, and maintaining a sterile field.
• Help ensure a seamless, safe, high-quality surgical experience for patients.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in electronic medical records.
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative staff to support an efficient patient experience.
• Support surgical scheduling and continuity of care from consultation through recovery.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• 3 weeks of paid time off annually.
• Exposure to a wide range of aesthetic and reconstructive procedures, with room to grow skills.
• Direct work with a board-certified plastic surgeon in a respected, results-driven practice.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level