Surgery - General Physician Assistant

Company: St. Luke's University Health Network
Location: Sellersville
Posted on: June 17, 2026

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 () including weekends and holidays. Every 4th 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

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