Physician Assistant

Parcells Plastic Surgery is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Part-Time Physician Assistant to join our surgical team approximately 2 days per week. This role is primarily operating room–based, with additional clinical responsibilities in our Millburn office for pre- and postoperative care.We are a high-level aesthetic and reconstructive plastic surgery practice committed to excellence, precision, and exceptional patient care.Position OverviewThe Physician Assistant will work closely with the attending plastic surgeon in the operating room, assisting in a wide range of cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. The ideal candidate is technically strong, calm under pressure, detail-oriented, and passionate about aesthetic surgery.Surgical ResponsibilitiesAssist in complex plastic surgery procedures, including:Breast reductionsBreast reconstructionAbdominoplasty (tummy tuck)Mommy makeoversLiposuctionFaceliftsBody contouring proceduresRevision surgeriesResponsibilities include:First assist in the ORTissue handling and retractionSuturing and layered closureHemostasis managementPositioning and preppingMaintaining sterile techniqueAssisting with intraoperative decision-making and efficiencyClinical Responsibilities (Millburn Office)Conduct preoperative evaluationsPerform postoperative follow-upsAssess wound healing and manage minor complicationsRemove drains and suturesPatient education and recovery counselingDocumentation in EMRSupport continuity of careQualificationsLicensed Physician Assistant (PA-C) in NJ (and/or ability to obtain NY license if applicable)Prior operating room experience requiredPlastic surgery or surgical specialty experience strongly preferredStrong suturing and closure skillsExcellent clinical judgmentProfessional demeanor and patient-centered approachAbility to work efficiently in a fast-paced surgical environmentScheduleApproximately 2 days per weekPrimarily OR-basedSome flexibility required based on surgical scheduleIdeal CandidatePassionate about aesthetic and reconstructive surgeryHighly detail-oriented with strong technical skillsTeam-oriented and collaborativeCalm, confident, and composed in the ORInterested in growing within a high-performing surgical practice