Step Into the OR with Confidence and Purpose — Surgical PA-C Opportunity in Omaha, Nebraska

Overview

There is a particular kind of focus that settles over a skilled Physician Assistant the moment the surgical suite comes to life. Monitors hum, the team falls into formation, and every movement carries weight. If that rhythm feels like home to you — if you find meaning in the precision, the preparation, and the quiet satisfaction of a procedure done right — then this opportunity was built with you in mind.

We are actively seeking a full-time Surgical Physician Assistant to join a thriving, collaborative surgical team in Omaha, Nebraska. This is a role that reaches far beyond the operating room. You will be a constant presence throughout the continuum of care — from first consultation through final follow-up — serving as a trusted clinical partner to both your surgical colleagues and the patients who depend on you most. Your instincts, your training, and your genuine investment in patient outcomes will be put to full use here, every single day.

What You Will Be Doing

• Perform thorough patient evaluations, including comprehensive physical assessments and in-depth medical history reviews
• Interpret laboratory results and diagnostic imaging to support the evaluation and diagnosis of surgical conditions
• Work side by side with attending surgeons to develop and carry out individualized, patient-centered treatment plans
• Offer skilled intraoperative assistance — from room preparation and patient positioning to instrument handling during live procedures
• Manage all aspects of pre- and post-operative care, including medication management, wound care protocols, discharge coordination, and thorough patient and family education

Education Requirements

• Master's degree from a fully accredited Physician Assistant program
• Clinical rotations with a focus in surgical settings are strongly preferred

Required Certifications

• Active and unrestricted PA-C certification through NCCPA
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• Valid Nebraska state licensure, or documented eligibility to obtain it

Core Skills and Attributes

• Solid foundational knowledge of surgical principles, aseptic technique, and sterile field management
• Demonstrated ability to interpret complex diagnostic data and contribute meaningfully to clinical decision-making
• Clear, professional communication skills adaptable across patient, family, and provider interactions
• Composure and competency in fast-moving, high-acuity surgical environments
• A patient-first approach grounded in empathy, dignity, and respect

Benefits and Compensation

• Highly competitive annual salary with performance-based incentive opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package covering medical, dental, and vision
• Generous paid time off allotment and CME reimbursement allowance
• Access to state-of-the-art surgical facilities and equipment
• Clear pathways for professional advancement within a growing and forward-thinking healthcare system

The Role Beyond the Scrubs

Being a Surgical Physician Assistant means being the person patients look to when they are most vulnerable — when fear sits heavy in the room and reassurance is the most powerful medicine you can offer. You will be present in the OR, yes, but your impact will echo through every pre-op conversation, every post-surgical wound check, and every moment a patient looks at you and says, "I think I'm going to be okay."

This team supports everything from minimally invasive laparoscopic cases to complex inpatient surgical procedures. You will be a legitimate contributor to the clinical process — not a background presence, but a frontline voice whose observations are heard and whose recommendations carry real weight. This is a team that leads with humility, learns together, and celebrates outcomes as a collective achievement.

Whether you are newer to surgical practice and eager to grow under experienced mentorship, or a seasoned PA ready to bring your full skill set to a high-performing team, you will find this environment both challenging and deeply rewarding.

Life in Omaha: A City That Earns Your Loyalty

There is something quietly extraordinary about Omaha, Nebraska — a city that surprises people who underestimate it and never lets go of those who truly know it. It is a place where Midwestern warmth is not a cliche but a daily reality, where neighbors still wave from front porches and local restaurants feel like extensions of someone's home kitchen.

Omaha's culinary scene has emerged as one of the most exciting in the central United States. World-class steakhouses sit alongside innovative farm-to-table concepts, vibrant taco spots, and craft breweries that take their grain as seriously as their community. The Old Market district — with its cobblestone streets, brick facades, and indie boutiques — offers a walkable, energetic backdrop for weekends spent exploring rather than rushing.

When the outdoors calls, the Missouri River corridor delivers. Hiking and biking trails wind along the riverbanks, while parks and green spaces offer a genuine escape from the pace of clinical life. In the warmer months, outdoor festivals and farmers markets bring the city together in the best possible way. In winter, the city does not retreat — it gathers, filling its theaters, jazz clubs, and gallery spaces with the same easy enthusiasm it brings to everything else.

Omaha is also one of the most affordable major metros in the country. Your salary goes further here — housing costs remain remarkably reasonable compared to coastal and Sun Belt cities, and the overall cost of living gives you the breathing room to save, invest, and truly enjoy what you have earned. It is the kind of place where a fulfilling career and a full personal life do not have to compete with each other.

From the Joslyn Art Museum to the Henry Doorly Zoo — consistently ranked among the finest in the world — to the electric energy of a college football Saturday, Omaha offers a richness of experience that catches people off guard and keeps them planting roots.

Is This You?

We are searching for a Physician Assistant who thrives under pressure without losing their humanity — someone who walks into an OR with a steady hand and walks out of a patient room having genuinely connected. Someone who asks questions, welcomes feedback, and shows up every day with the same commitment they brought on day one.

Clinical experience in surgical settings is a strong advantage, but we are equally invested in the kind of person you are and the kind of provider you are becoming. If intellectual curiosity, professional integrity, and an honest care for patients define the way you practice, you will fit right in.

Precision, Partnership, and a Place to Call Home

This is not simply a position to fill a gap on the schedule. This is an invitation to join something meaningful — a surgical team that sees every patient as a person with a life to return to, and every PA as an essential part of making that possible.

If you are ready to bring your expertise, your energy, and your dedication to a city and a team that will genuinely appreciate all three, we are ready to hear from you. Let's start this conversation.