CommonSpirit Health

Nonprofit Catholic health system providing healthcare

General Surgery Physician Assistant

Advanced Practice ProvidersConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timePrescott, AZ, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A degree as a Physician Assistant is required.
An active or eligible license in Arizona is required.
Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program is required.
At least 1 year of surgical first-assist Physician Assistant experience is required; acute-setting experience is preferred.
Candidates must hold and maintain an Arizona Regulatory Board of Physician Assistants license and National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants certification.
A valid Drug Enforcement Administration registration is required.
Candidates must meet medical staff credentialing criteria.
Candidates must have a strong clinical background as a General Surgery Physician Assistant, demonstrated proficiency in outpatient surgery management, and the ability to transition between clinic, hospital rounds, and surgical assistance.

Responsibilities

Provide outpatient and inpatient surgery care to Prescott residents.
Join a group of four surgeons.
Assist an older patient population.
Provide clinic care for up to 20 patients per day and manage inpatient patients and consults as volume requires.
Work 36 patient-facing hours, including morning hospital rounding and clinic patients on 1–2 days.
Assist with clinic hemorrhoid banding and lipoma or cancer removals.
Share and rotate all emergency room call coverage.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with the listed procedures and a commitment to collaborative, patient-focused care.
Acute-setting surgical first-assist experience.

Where You’ll Work

Picture a mid-sized mountain community location within 1.5 hours of a major metropolitan area. Imagine filling your lungs with the scent of pine trees as you enjoy a robust outdoor lifestyle. Let your mind wander through the history of the Wild West as you explore a town brimming with history dating back to the days of Wyatt Earp. Envision practicing medicine with a group of like-minded physicians who are dedicated to their community.

Our Community:

Rich in history and charm, Prescott’s many historic buildings, museums, state parks and sites offer a wide array of ways to explore and experience the area
Locally owned and award winning restaurants, bistros and café’s
Charming shops and boutiques appealing to a wide variety of tastes
Wide variety of festivals and arts/entertainment throughout the year
Home to wineries and tasting rooms
Closest metro area is Phoenix (99 miles) with a population of 1.6 million
A 4-season climate with low humidity and plenty of sunshine!
Regional airport with daily flights to Phoenix, Las Vegas and beyond

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our General Surgery Physician Assistant, you will empower Prescott residents, delivering exceptional outpatient and inpatient surgery care so they can regain mobility, reduce pain, and achieve optimal musculoskeletal health. This crucial role directly supports our mission to provide high-quality, patient-centered healthcare within a thriving community.

In this dynamic role, you will be:

Joining joining a group of four surgeons.
Assisting and older population.
Projected Volumes: Clinic days up to 20 patients
Inpatient? Could be 5 or more
Consults? Could be 5 or more
36 patient facing hours, hospital rounding in am clinic, 1-2 days clinic patients
Procedures: Hemorrhoid banding in clinic (may assist) Lipoma/cancer removals.
Call:All ER call coverage is rotated and shared

To be successful in this role, you must possess a strong clinical background as a General Surgery Physician Assistant, demonstrated proficiency in outpatient surgery management, and the ability to seamlessly transition between clinic, hospital rounds, and surgical assistance. Ideal candidates will have experience with the listed procedures and a commitment to collaborative, patient-focused care.

We are offering a competitive 2 year salary guarantee then RVU-based, a sign-on bonus, full benefits, CME allowance, Malpractice with tail coverage, and relocation assistance for eligible candidates. We also offer a retirement plan with employer match. Qualified candidates may also be eligible for student loan repayment.

Job Requirements

Required

Degree as a Physician Assistant
Active or eligible license in the state of Arizona
Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program
Minimum 1 years surgical First Assist PA experience, preferably in an acute setting.
Must hold and maintain: a.) AZ Regulatory Board of Physician Assistants License, b.) NCCPA - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant
Valid DEA registration
Must meet credentialing criteria for medical staff

About the Company

CommonSpirit Health

Nonprofit Catholic health system providing healthcare

CommonSpirit Health is a nonprofit Catholic healthcare network that provides integrated health services across clinics, care sites, hospital locations, home-based services, and virtual care. Its system coordinates care across hospitals, clinics, home health, and telehealth to create a connected patient experience with teams of physicians, nurses, and providers. Unlike many players in health care, it combines a large national footprint with nonprofit, faith-based stewardship, prioritizing charity care and community benefits and focusing on equitable access over margins. Its goal is to create a healthier future for all by building a just, equitable, and accessible health care delivery system grounded in humankindness and collaboration with patients and communities.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Chicago, IL
Founded: 2019

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