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Surgical Physician Assistant

Spine Medicine and Surgery of Long Island·Garden City, New York

Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 4 months ago
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About the role

The Surgical Physician Assistant will complete initial patient assessments, serve as a first assist in spinal surgeries including fusions, and manage inpatient rounds and consults. Key duties also involve developing care plans, ordering/interpreting diagnostics, and performing in-office procedures like injections.

Surgical Physician Assistant (PA-C) – Full-Time Spine Medicine & Surgery of Long Island Locations: Ronkonkoma, Garden City, Huntington, & Jamaica Estates

About Us

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.

Position Overview

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.

Key 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

Qualifications

  • 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

Benefits

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience
  • Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, and vision)
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution
  • Paid time off
  • CME allowance and reimbursement for licensure fees
  • Professional development support

Medical Specialty: Medical-Surgical | Orthopedics | Spine Surgery

Requirements

Candidates must possess NCCPA Board Certification (PA-C) and an active New York State Physician Assistant license, along with a minimum of one year of experience, preferably in spine, orthopedic, or neurosurgery. Strong clinical assessment skills and excellent communication are essential for collaborating with attending physicians.

  • professional certificate
  • EMR Documentation
  • Physical Examinations
  • Orthopedics
  • Neurosurgery
  • Patient Care Plans
  • Diagnostic Tests Interpretation
  • Inpatient Rounds
  • Patient Histories
  • Joint Injections
  • NCCPA Board Certification
  • New York State License
  • ER Consults
  • Spinal Surgery First Assist
  • Spinal Imaging Interpretation
  • Trigger-Point Injections

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Garden City, New York
Posted
Mar 25, 2026
Closes
Jun 23, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

Spine Medicine and Surgery of Long Island

Minimally invasive spinal surgery and interventional pain management practice serving patients in Garden City and Ronkonkoma, NY and surrounding areas.

IndustryMedical Practices
TypePrivately Held
Size11-50 employees
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