About this role
Why Join Our Team?
At New York Health (NYH), we are revolutionizing healthcare with a holistic, integrated approach. Our multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals works collaboratively to provide comprehensive care that addresses all aspects of patient wellbeing. With state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to personalized care, NYH is setting a new standard for healthcare in our communities.
Join us and become a part of our mission to promote lifelong wellness through compassionate, evidence-based practices that empower patients on their healthcare journeys.
Job Description:
Location: Long Island, NY Organization: New York Health
Why Join Us? At New York Health, we are committed to delivering exceptional patient-centered care through innovation, collaboration, and clinical excellence. We are seeking an experienced, robotically trained Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our growing surgical team as a Surgical First Assistant supporting advanced robotic and minimally invasive procedures across Long Island. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside highly skilled surgeons in a dynamic perioperative environment while contributing to the continued growth of a rapidly expanding healthcare organization.
In This Role, You Will:
• Serve as first assistant in robotic-assisted surgical procedures utilizing the da Vinci platform, as well as open and laparoscopic surgical cases • Provide intraoperative support including patient positioning, port placement, retraction, tissue handling, suturing, and hemostasis • Conduct preoperative evaluations including history & physicals, consent review, and surgical clearance assessments • Perform postoperative rounds, manage inpatient care, and coordinate discharge planning • Collaborate closely with attending surgeons, operating room staff, and hospitalist teams to ensure seamless patient care • Complete clinical documentation within the EMR in accordance with hospital and practice standards • Participate in the on-call rotation schedule as needed We Require:
• Current New York State licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in good standing • Nurse Practitioners must possess RNFA certification
• National certification • ANCC or AANP for NPs • NCCPA for PAs
• Active DEA registration • Current BLS and ACLS certifications • Documented robotic surgical training (da Vinci certification or equivalent) • Prior surgical first-assist experience • Eligibility for privileging at St. Charles Hospital and Mather Hospital • Excellent clinical, interpersonal, and communication skills Preferred Qualifications:
• 2+ years of surgical first-assist experience • Experience in general surgery, gynecology, or related surgical subspecialties • Familiarity with Catholic Health hospital systems and credentialing processes Schedule:
• Full-time • Primarily OR-based coverage at St. Charles Hospital (Port Jefferson) and Mather Hospital What We Offer:
• Competitive base salary: $150,000 – $200,000, commensurate with experience • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance • 401(k) with employer contribution • Paid time off and CME allowance • Malpractice coverage • Opportunities for professional growth within a rapidly expanding organization