Physician Assistant - Surgery

Columbia, SC 29229

Specialty Surgery
Profession Physician Assistant


Join Our Team as a Surgery Trauma Physician Assistant — Make a Critical Impact in Trauma Care!

Are you a dedicated and experienced Physician Assistant passionate about trauma surgery? We are seeking a highly skilled Surgery Trauma Physician Assistant to provide vital care in a fast-paced trauma unit. Your expertise will directly save lives and improve patient outcomes in an environment that values professionalism, collaboration, and excellence.

What You'll Bring:

  • Board Certification in Trauma Surgery (BC required)
  • Valid South Carolina State License (or willingness to obtain within 60 days)
  • Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, ATLS, PALS
  • Strong clinical skills in adult trauma surgery, with occasional pediatric cases
  • Ability to work 11-hour day shifts from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, five days a week
  • Experience managing high patient volumes (10-12 patients per shift)
  • Excellent EMR documentation skills using Epic
  • Clean background with verifiable credentials, including NPI number

Additional Skills That Would Boost Your Candidacy:
  • Previous experience in trauma transfer protocols
  • Familiarity with pediatric trauma cases
  • Additional certifications in trauma or critical care

Preferred Education and Experience:
  • Minimum of 2+ years of recent trauma surgery PA experience
  • Trauma surgery or emergency department background highly valued

Other Requirements:
  • Willingness to secure South Carolina licensure (highly preferred) with a credentialing timeframe of 60 days (or up to 3 months without)
  • Travel reimbursements included; billable travel component
  • Availability for scheduled shifts and adherence to hospital policies

Compensation & Benefits:
  • Competitive hourly rate at $166.92/hour, with billable rates at $214/hour
  • Overtime/holiday pay at $288.90/hour (1.35x)
  • Weekly pay schedule via direct deposit
  • Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2), paid sick time, and licensure/certification reimbursements
  • Robust referral bonus program and dedicated support team committed to your success

This is a fantastic opportunity to elevate your trauma care career while working in a supportive environment that prioritizes your professional growth and work-life balance. If you're ready to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives and thrive in a dynamic trauma setting, we encourage you to apply now!