AP Health is a private practice comprised of advanced practice providers. We provide perioperative services to hospitals, surgeons, and surgery centers.
We are seeking a highly experienced Physician Assistant to join our team in the greater St. Louis, MO area.
This is a surgical-only position with no clinic time. It is not a travel, locum, placement, or per diem position.
Required experience: at least 2+ years in orthopedic surgery as a surgical first assistant.
What will you do:
- Functions as a Surgical First Assistant in the Operating Room
- Positions and drapes the patient under the direction of the surgeon
- Suturing and retracting of all tissue layers
- Assists in the intra-operative care of the patient by performing technical duties as assigned
- Perform comprehensive and problem‑focused histories and physical examinations
- Rotating on‑call responsibilities
What do you need:
- 2+ years experience functioning as a surgical first assist in orthopedic surgery
- Current MO State License
- Board certified by NCCPA
- Active BLS and ACLS
- Comprehensive and flexible medical, dental, and vision insurance (employer provided)
- Short and long‑term disability, basic and supplemental life
- 401K retirement plan with company matching
- Participation in the company’s Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP)
- Paid state license, malpractice, and other agreed upon licenses and dues
- Annual $1,500 allotment accompanied by 3 paid days off for Continuing Medical Education (CME)
- Generous PTO and “life/work” balance
AP Health values patient‑centered care and a fast‑paced operating room environment.
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