About the 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