Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a Surgical Oncology Physician Assistant for a 20-day locum tenens assignment in New York. This opportunity begins Jan 2, 2026, with orientation, followed by clinical work starting Jan 5, 2026. The schedule features day shifts, Monday through Friday, for four shifts each week. The role focuses on ambulatory breast surgical oncology, encompassing comprehensive perioperative care.

Job Details

• Location: New York
• Start Date: Jan 2, 2026
• LOA: 20 days
• Provider Type Needed: Surgical Oncology Physician Assistant
• Schedule: Monday-Friday (4 shifts a week), 08:00-18:00

Responsibilities and Duties

• Assess, diagnose, and monitor patients in ambulatory breast surgical oncology
• Promote health and protection from disease within the designated specialty
• Manage pre-, intra-, and post-operative care and treatment plans
• Conduct patient histories and physical exams, including pelvic exams when indicated
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests and therapeutic modalities
• Implement therapeutic interventions for specific conditions as appropriate
• Perform arterial puncture and blood gas sampling
• Provide debridement and care for superficial wounds and minor surgical procedures
• Conduct incision and drainage of superficial abscesses
• Insert and remove non-weighted nasogastric or oro-gastric tubes
• Harvest and place skin grafts
• Participate in volume replacement or auto-transfusion techniques
• Perform field infiltrations of anesthetic solutions
• Remove chest tubes, arterial catheters, central venous catheters, and drains
• Remove surgical staples and apply appropriate wound dressings
• Assist in surgery, including tissue closure, cautery, and application of appliances as delegated by the supervising physician
• Administer injectable local anesthetics and basic blocks
• Perform urinary bladder catheterization and venous punctures for blood sampling or IV access
• Select and apply immobilizing and medicated wound dressings

Additional Information

• Must hold a current New York license and meet all state requirements
• Required certifications: Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)
• Experience in ambulatory breast surgical oncology and surgical core privilege procedures strongly preferred
• Ability to provide care for the patient age group designated by area specialty and certification

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

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Job Tags

Permanent employment, Contract work, Locum, Local area, Monday to Friday, Shift work, Day shift,

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