Craft Your Path: Join Us as a Surgical Physician Assistant in the Dynamic Heart of Oklahoma

Overview

The operating room is a symphony of precision, trust, and collaboration. As a skilled Surgical Physician Assistant, you understand the profound impact of your role not only in the surgical suite but also in patient interactions, follow-up care, and the critical moments in between where healing begins.

We are in search of a committed, meticulous PA to enhance our surgical services through a full-time position in Tulsa. In this collaborative environment, you will partner with talented surgeons and compassionate nursing staff, ensuring each patient’s surgical experience is fluid, supported, and centered on their wellness. Whether you are providing insightful pre-operative education or confidently assisting during procedures, your contributions will resonate throughout every patient’s journey, in a setting that truly appreciates your dedication and skill.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough patient evaluations, encompassing physical examinations and comprehensive medical history reviews
• Assist in diagnosing surgical conditions through careful analysis of imaging studies and lab results
• Work closely with surgeons to formulate and implement individualized surgical treatment strategies
• Provide essential intraoperative support, including preparing the operating room, ensuring proper patient positioning, and assisting with surgical instruments during operations
• Deliver exemplary pre-operative and post-operative care, focusing on medication administration, wound management, discharge planning, and patient education

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Previous experience in surgical rotations is highly preferred

Essential Certifications

• Current and unrestricted PA-C certification
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• State licensure (or eligibility) as a Physician Assistant

Core Skills

• Extensive knowledge of surgical techniques and sterile practices
• Proven capacity to interpret diagnostic data and contribute to complex clinical decision-making
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to thrive under pressure, especially in surgical settings
• Empathetic bedside demeanor and a profound respect for patients’ dignity and independence

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives
• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• Generous paid time off coupled with CME reimbursement
• Supportive team culture complemented by access to cutting-edge equipment and resources
• Opportunities for professional growth in an evolving healthcare environment

Your Impact on the Surgical Experience

Embodying the role of a Surgical Physician Assistant goes beyond mere surgical expertise — it’s about arriving with composed clarity when faced with unexpected challenges, and providing reassurance when a patient’s anxieties overshadow their hopes. You'll find yourself directly involved in intricate surgeries, while also serving as a calming presence in the hallways, articulating diagnoses, guiding family members, and assisting patients in their recovery journey.

Your involvement will span both straightforward laparoscopic procedures and intricate inpatient surgeries. Yet your role extends post-operatively — through wound assessments, recovery discussions, and long-term care planning. Your insights are invaluable, your clinical judgement trusted, and your voice respected in both major and minor decisions.

This is a team that values your contributions, acknowledging that success in surgery is a collaborative endeavor — grounded in trust, humility, and unwavering commitment to patient care.

Discover Tulsa: A City that Inspires and Invigorates

As you step outside the hospital, you enter a vibrant city filled with rich culture and opportunity. Welcome to Tulsa, Oklahoma — a place where historic landscapes blend seamlessly with modern art scenes and dynamic culinary experiences. Here, creativity flourishes and community thrives.

Take a weekend to explore the Gathering Place, a breathtaking park where you can relax or enjoy a paddleboat ride on the serene river. Wander through art districts adorned with murals and galleries or savor a meal at one of the many acclaimed restaurants, each offering a taste of local flavors prepared with a passion that mirrors your own dedication in the surgical arena. In Tulsa, kindness and warmth are not just local traits; they are hallmarks of the community.

With a cost of living that allows your salary to go further, this area not only welcomes quality work but also encourages quality living. Whether you seek a bustling urban apartment with lively nightlife or a cozy home in a peaceful suburb near parks and outdoor activities, Tulsa has something for everyone. The music scene is vibrant, hosting an array of live performances, and the culinary options range from classic barbecue to innovative fusion dishes.

Your Perfect Fit

We are searching for a Physician Assistant who embraces challenges and thrives in high-pressure environments, finding fulfillment in meticulous preparation and execution. A professional who understands the value of listening to patients, supports their teams wholeheartedly, and remains eager to learn and grow.

Whether you're at the start of your surgical journey or bring years of intraoperative experience, we prioritize character as much as expertise. If you possess a keen intellect, a steady hand, and a heartfelt commitment to fostering health, you will find your place among us here in Tulsa.

Join Us in Our Purpose-Driven Mission

This role transcends a mere job; it is a calling — to help individuals reclaim their vitality, restore their mobility, and enhance their quality of life.

Become part of a team that values every role, celebrates shared achievements, and sees every patient as a unique individual. If you are ready to utilize your surgical expertise in a setting that cherishes both clinical proficiency and human connection, we are excited to meet you.