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Physician Assistant

San Diego, CA 92130

Posted: 01/09/2025 Employment Type: Permanent Job Category: Beauty Job Number: MM12980219

Job Description

Physician Assistant

Location: San Diego, CA
Type: Full-Time
Join the team of a world-renowned plastic surgeon in San Diego, providing exceptional care in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment. This position offers the opportunity to deliver top-notch surgical and post-operative care while collaborating with a dedicated team to ensure seamless procedures and recovery experiences for patients.

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Physician Assistant (PA) to join our back-office surgical team. The ideal candidate will ensure smooth daily operations, deliver excellent patient care, and provide hands-on surgical support. Flexibility, agility, and a proactive attitude are essential for this fast-paced environment where every day presents new challenges.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee back-office operations, ensuring smooth workflows and effective team collaboration
  • Assist in surgical procedures, including scrubbing in and providing relief breaks
  • Conduct post-operative scheduling and ensure timely follow-ups
  • Remove sutures, assess wound healing, and administer medications as needed
  • Manage OR efficiency and ensure surgical cases progress on time
  • Maintain open communication with the team to ensure high levels of patient satisfaction
  • Respond to patient emails and inquiries with professionalism and urgency
  • Monitor patients for signs of complications and collaborate with the surgical team when necessary
  • Foster a positive team environment and ensure team members receive breaks and support
  • Provide exceptional customer service and emotional support to patients throughout their surgical journey

Qualifications

  • Current and valid PA license in the state of California
  • Current BLS (AHA) certification upon hire and maintain current
  • Minimum of one year of surgical experience, with a strong emphasis on scrubbing in and hands-on surgical tasks
  • Leadership experience in a clinical setting is required
  • Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and flexibility to adapt to daily changes
  • Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented mindset
  • Experience in plastic surgery or a related field preferred but not required

Skills & Attributes

  • Agile and flexible attitude, with the ability to fill in gaps and adapt to various roles
  • Strong emphasis on customer service and patient care
  • Ability to manage a fast-paced environment with varying daily responsibilities
  • Hands-on approach to surgical tasks, including instrument handling and assisting
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM PST (occasional post-ops and surgeries on weekends).
Salary: $120K - $170K/year

Meet Your Recruiter

Nicole Rossetti

Nicole’s background lies heavily in eCommerce and recruiting in various industries. She has always been drawn back to recruiting because of her natural ability to connect with others. For Nicole, finding the right match is immensely rewarding and what motivates her to continue building strong connections.

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