Physician Assistant -- General Surgery
About the role
Phelps Health is a 2000-employee-strong hospital and healthcare system serving the heart of small-town Missouri. No matter where you start with us, we're committed to taking our team to the top. If you're ready for the challenge of providing life-saving care or supporting those who do, read on to find your fit in the Phelps Health family. We're seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant -- General Surgery who shares our C.A.R.E.S. values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Service.
The General Surgery Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant manages surgical patients from preoperative evaluation through postoperative follow-up, working alongside surgeons and the care team in clinic, inpatient units, and the operating room.
Location: This is a full-time position based at the Phelps Health Hospital in Rolla, Missouri.
Responsibilities
- Perform histories and physicals; diagnose and manage surgical conditions
- Order and interpret labs and imaging; prescribe within scope of practice
- Assess, educate, and optimize patients before surgery, including informed consent
- Round on inpatients; manage postoperative care, wounds, drains, and complications
- Assist in the operating room and perform credentialed bedside and clinic procedures
- Coordinate discharge planning and care with nursing, anesthesia, and other services
- Document accurately, support quality improvement, and mentor staff and students
Benefits
- Guaranteed base salary for three years, plus wRVU incentives
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401K with employer match
- Comprehensive Benefits
Our Competitive Edge
- Supportive organization with team-oriented staff
- Access to state-of-the-art equipment with an organization dedicated to reinvesting in high-quality care; use of Epic EMR, DAX Copilot, etc.
- Hospital-attached clinics in a system that values its employees and work-life balance
- Opportunities for leadership and employer-paid professional development
- High-demand service in rural South-Central Missouri