Surgical Services Physician Assistant (Nights)
Company: St. Luke’s University Health Network
Location: Sellersville
Posted on: February 4, 2026
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Job Description:
St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of
its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable
asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to
satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering
commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured;
educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and
improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a
patient's ability to pay for health care. These PA’s provide
coverage to the Surgical Services in all surgical subspecialties
including Trauma with rounding, admissions, consults, discharges,
urgent/emergent unit and ED calls, emergency OR and C-sections
in-house ensuring 24/7 coverage for surgical services. The Surgical
Advanced Practice Team at St. Luke’s University Health Network:
With the Surgical Services department within the Surgical Advanced
Practice Department, you will always have support of other surgical
PAs, fellows and attendings. With over 50 surgical APs, you will
find longevity within the department demonstrating an excellent
work environment. There is detailed individualized orientation and
training for all aspects of the position. Surgical PAs at the
Bethlehem/University Campus have been integral to Surgical Services
for over 40 years. Summary of the position: The Physician Assistant
is responsible for providing healthcare services to patients under
the supervision of, and/or in collaboration with, the attending
physician. These services include, but not limited to, medical
evaluation, treatment, counseling, and referrals. Consists of
diagnostic evaluations, therapeutic remediation, surgical
assistance, and pharmaceutical prescription. The Physician
Assistant will cover Surgical Services and Surgical subspecialties,
including OR, C-Sections, admissions, floor calls, procedures.
Schedule/call/weekends : Rotating in house schedule with 16 hour
night shift (1500-0700) including weekends and holidays. E very 4
th week 9 days off CULTURE: St. Luke’s is a thriving, integrated
health network where more than 1,000 Advanced Practitioners are
integral members of the health care team. Our employed providers
benefit from a dedicated leadership structure, a professional
organization, and a culture that puts patient care at the center.
With an established department of advanced practice that has a
dedicated leadership structure, and with room for advancement and
growth within the Network. QUALIFICATIONS: Must be board eligible
or board-Certified Medical Physician Assistant with current license
to practice in the state of Pennsylvania or New Jersey, as
determined by the job location. Certified Registered Nurse
Practitioners must have RFNA certification. Although one year
experience in a similar setting is preferred, new grads are
encouraged to apply! PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Sit up to 8
hours per day; 3 hours at a time. Stand for up to 8 hours per day;
8 hours at a time. Walking for up to 6 hours per day. Frequently
lifting, carrying and pushing objects up to 10 pounds. Rarely
lifting, carrying and pushing objects up to 75 pounds. Frequently
stooping and bending. Frequently reaching above shoulder level.
Frequently handling, firm grasping and twisting & turning as it
relates to performing procedures. Must be able to perceive
attributes of an object through touch. Must be able to hear as it
relates to normal conversation, high and low frequencies. Must be
able to see as it relates to general, near, far, color and
peripheral vision. Must be able to speak as it relates to normal
conversation and projection as it relates to lectures and
presentations. Please complete your application using your full
legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment
history for the past seven (7) years, including your present
employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current
resume, including all work history, education, and/or
certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly
recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of
submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in
St. Luke's
Keywords: St. Luke’s University Health Network, Jersey City , Surgical Services Physician Assistant (Nights), Healthcare , Sellersville, New Jersey