Physician Assistant – General Surgery

Sutter Health

Physician Assistant managing patient care in surgical settings with Sutter Health. Responsible for assessments, diagnoses, and implementing care plans while collaborating with physicians.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeSanta Clara • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $204,630 - $296,691 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patient assessment, care planning, and implementation of medical procedures while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams. Proficient in electronic health records management and possesses strong communication and critical thinking skills essential for patient education and care continuity.

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Patient AssessmentElectronic Health Records (EPIC)Medical Knowledge and SkillsCritical Thinking SkillsInterpersonal Skills

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Hard Skills

Patient Care GuidelinesTherapeutic ProceduresMedical TerminologyAnatomy and PhysiologyDocumentation Skills

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsLeadership SkillsCollaboration SkillsCounseling SkillsComposure Under Pressure

Industry Keywords

Continuity of CarePatient EducationInfection ManagementQuality of DocumentationMultidisciplinary Team Approach

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assesses, diagnoses, plans and implements the medical care of patients in collaboration with a physician.
Functions within the full scope of licensure; accountable for the assessment, coordination delivery and evaluation of care, including direct patient care, patient/family education and transitions of care.
Provides medical consultation including the performance of therapeutic procedures delegated by the supervising physician, assist with various procedures, provides patient education, treatment and follow-up, may complete daily rounds and as needed using an organized multi-disciplinary team approach to provide continuity of care throughout the care continuum.
Performs patient assessments to include: obtaining basic medical information and history, reviewing patient's medical record, performing physical exam, documenting findings into patient medical record, and reporting deviations from normal findings to attending physician.
Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in provision of continuity of care.
Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens, normal growth and development, family planning, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance.
Performs procedures and managing infection.

Requirements

What you’ll need

2 years of recent relevant experience
Demonstrates knowledge of patient care guidelines/policy as evidenced by quality of documentation.
Medical knowledge and skills applicable to perform within the scope of practice.
Thorough knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology.
Working knowledge of electronic health records such as EPIC.
Critical thinking skills as it relates to specialized departments this may include the ability to complete age-appropriate assessments
Communication skills (verbal, written and listening) with ability to work effectively across the organization, especially in situations requiring instructing, persuading, negotiating, consulting and advising.
Technical and analytical skills for analysis and interpretation of test procedures and results in order to determine appropriate corrective actions.
Interpersonal skills with the ability to work with and collaborate across the organization and with patients and their families as needed.
Ability to effectively lead, mentor and/or develop others.
Ability to maintain composure during challenging interpersonal interactions.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.