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Who we are

Our award-winning Bariatric Practice is based on providing exemplary customer service, while assisting patients to achieve their weight loss goals. With the support of our employees and our team of skilled bariatric surgeons, we use innovative systems to successfully get our patients on the path to improved health. We serve patients in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.

How you’ll serve our patients

Every day is an opportunity to grow and provide better outcomes at every level. Whether your interests lie as medical staff, administrative, facilities or marketing, every individual plays an important part in our success and the success of our patients. We are a fast-paced growing practice that is always looking for new talent and great employees to enhance our team.

You will serve patients daily in a multitude of ways:

What is in it for you

Compensation is $60.00 - $70.00 per hour based on experience. 

The Plastic Surgery Physician Assistant (PA) provides advanced clinical care, patient education, and support throughout the continuum of cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. Working in collaboration with the surgeons and the multidisciplinary team, the PA delivers comprehensive preoperative and postoperative care with a focus on safety, quality outcomes, and exceptional patient experience. The PA serves as both a clinical provider and a key liaison between patients, staff, and leadership—promoting a unified, patient-centered environment aligned with the organization's mission and standards of excellence.

Essential Functions:

• Support the growth and development of Strive Surgical’ s aesthetic service line, with a specialized focus on aesthetics and injectables, including but not limited to neuromodulators (e.g., Botox, Dysport) and dermal fillers
• Conduct pre-operative evaluations and assessments for plastics surgery candidates
• Take initial patient histories and perform physical examinations
• Initiate, document, and communicate the plan of care and follow up to ensure complete screening and preparation of patients
• Write orders for medications, laboratory work, and diagnostic tests
• Interpret laboratory and test results
• Provide comprehensive education and counseling to patients regarding surgical options, pre-operative preparation, and post-operative care
• Educate patients on medication and post-operative instructions
• Collaborate with the surgical team to develop individualized treatment plans for patients
• Confer with attending physicians, nursing staff, and/or other care providers to ensure optimum quality of patient care
• Apply advanced knowledge of skincare and esthetic techniques to support patient consultations, treatment execution, and post-procedure care
• Perform post-operative follow-up visits and monitor patients' progress
• Note discharge summaries, prescriptions, and any referrals on patient charts
• Inform patients of the necessary post-discharge care instructions
• Assist in the management of complications and provide support to patients as needed
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including medical history, physical examination, and documentation in the EMR
• Assist in preoperative consultations—educating patients about surgical options, expectations, risks, and postoperative recovery
• Manage postoperative care, including wound assessments, dressing changes, drain management, and pain control
• Prescribe medications and order diagnostic tests in accordance with state and institutional regulations
• Evaluate and manage postoperative complications under the guidance of the attending surgeon
• Provide patient education on pre- and postoperative care, scar management, and lifestyle modifications to optimize healing and results
• Collaborate with surgeons, medical assistants, RNs, and front office staff to ensure continuity and quality of care
• Maintain detailed and accurate clinical documentation in compliance with professional and regulatory standards
• Participate in quality assurance initiatives, patient safety programs, and workflow improvement efforts
• Serve as a clinical resource for staff and assist with training on postoperative protocols and patient communication
• Support the operational leader in maintaining high standards of professionalism, respect, and teamwork across the department
• Perform related duties as required

Marginal or Additional Functions:

• • Performs other duties as assigned or apparent
  • Patient-centered communication and empathy
  • Surgical and procedural precision
  • Team collaboration and leadership
  • Clinical accountability and ethical practice
  • Adaptability and composure under pressure
  • Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth
    

Education, Licensure or Certification:

• Bachelor's Degree, required
• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program (Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant – ARC-PA), required
• Current NCCPA Certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), required
• Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the state of practice, required
• Current BLS certification, required

Work Experience or Related Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of pre-operative and post-operative experience, including wound care, required
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working in plastic surgery or a related field is preferred
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical practice as an Esthetician prior to or in addition to PA experience is preferred
• Minimum of 1 year injectable experience

Specialized Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Experience with EHR/Billing, with a preference for candidates with experience in AdvancedMD
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• The ability to be proactive and self-directed utilizing good time management, decision-making, and organization skills is required. Incumbents must be able to prioritize multiple tasks
• Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Work Environment, Conditions and Demands:

• Work is performed on-site. Travel 10-20%

Physical Requirements and Demands:

• • Regular eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity is required to operate office equipment