Surgical Physician Assistant

Spine Medicine and Surgery of Long Island•Brentwood, NY

About The Position

Spine Medicine & Surgery of Long Island is a premier, minimally invasive spinal surgery practice providing world-class, cutting-edge spinal care to the Tri-State area. We are rapidly expanding across Nassau and Suffolk Counties and are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Surgical Physician Assistant to join our growing team. We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Surgical Physician Assistant (PA-C) to join our dynamic clinical and surgical team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in orthopedics, neurosurgery, or a related specialty, and a passion for delivering high-quality patient care. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with our physicians in both clinical and surgical settings, including serving as a first assist in spinal procedures.

Requirements

NCCPA Board Certification (PA-C) required
Active New York State Physician Assistant license
Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Surgical Physician Assistant (spine, orthopedic, or neurosurgery preferred)
Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Willingness to travel between Ronkonkoma, Garden City, Huntington, & Jamaica Estates locations

Responsibilities

Complete initial patient histories and perform comprehensive physical examinations
Serve as first assist in spinal surgeries, including cervical and lumbar fusions
Develop, document, and communicate patient care plans; ensure follow-through on all aspects of care
Perform inpatient rounds and evaluate inpatient and ER consults
Order and interpret diagnostic tests, laboratory work, and spinal imaging
Perform in-office procedures such as trigger-point and joint injections
Collaborate closely with attending physicians to ensure optimal patient outcomes
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the EMR