Physician Assistant -- General Surgery

Phelps Health is a 2000-employee-strong hospital and healthcare system serving the heart of small-town Missouri.

No matter where you start with us, we’re committed to taking our team to the top. If you’re ready for the challenge of providing life-saving care or supporting those who do, read on to find your fit in the Phelps Health family.

We’re seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - General Surgery who shares our C.A.R.E.S. values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Service.

Position Summary

The General Surgery Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant manages surgical patients from preoperative evaluation through postoperative follow-up, working alongside surgeons and the care team in clinic, inpatient units, and the operating room.

• Perform histories and physicals; diagnose and manage surgical conditions
• Order and interpret labs and imaging; prescribe within scope of practice
• Assess, educate, and optimize patients before surgery, including informed consent
• Round on inpatients; manage postoperative care, wounds, drains, and complications
• Assist in the operating room and perform credentialed bedside and clinic procedures
• Coordinate discharge planning and care with nursing, anesthesia, and other services

Document accurately, support quality improvement, and mentor staff and students

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Location:

This is a full-time position based at the Phelps Health Hospital in Rolla, Missouri.

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Position Benefits:

• Guaranteed base salary for three years, plus wRVU incentives
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401K with employer match

Comprehensive Benefits

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Our Competitive Edge:

• Supportive organization with team-oriented staff
• Access to state-of-the-art equipment with an organization dedicated to reinvesting in high-quality care; use of Epic EMR, DAX Copilot, etc.
• Hospital-attached clinics in a system that values its employees and work-life balance
• Opportunities for leadership and employer-paid professional development

High-demand service in rural South-Central Missouri

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Location Highlights:

• Endless outdoor activities, fine dining, and more in the breathtaking Ozarks, with nearby Mark Twain National Forest
• Low cost of living, top-rated public schools, and a low crime rate for family-friendly living
• Close proximity to Missouri S&T, Missouri’s No.1 Public University for ROI (Georgetown’s Center on Education)

Welcoming atmosphere with big-city amenities, just 90 minutes from St. Louis

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Join us at Phelps Health and elevate your career while enjoying the beauty and community spirit of Rolla, Missouri!

At Phelps Health, we think we have a better team, benefits, and opportunities for growth than anyone else around, and we invite you to see for yourself! Apply now to join us on our mission in health care.