Physician Assistant – Plastic Surgery
San Francisco, CA
Full Time
Experienced
Our established private practice, led by a board-certified plastic surgeon, is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to join our close-knit surgical team. You’ll work side by side with the surgeon helping deliver exceptional aesthetic and reconstructive results with a personal, high-touch patient experience.
We’re looking for a PA who brings strong clinical and surgical skills, a refined aesthetic eye, and a genuine commitment to outstanding patient care.
Please submit your CV with a copy of a cover letter telling us a little bit about you so we can learn more. We’re a dynamic team looking to expand!
What You’ll Do
Patient Care
- Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, including histories, physical exams, and pre-operative assessments
- Partner with the surgeon to develop individualized treatment plans
- Educate patients on procedures, expectations, and recovery so they feel informed and confident at every step
- Provide attentive post-operative care, including follow-up visits and wound management
In-Office Procedures
- Perform in-office procedures, including but not limited to:
- Suturing and minor excisions
- Neurotoxin and dermal filler injections
- Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) treatments
- Light- and laser-based treatments
Surgical Assistance
- Assist in the operating room across a range of cosmetic and reconstructive procedures
- Support intraoperative care, including retraction, suturing, and maintaining a sterile field
- Help ensure a seamless, safe, high-quality surgical experience for every patient
Care Coordination
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical records
- Collaborate with clinical and administrative staff to keep the patient experience efficient and elevated
- Support surgical scheduling and continuity of care from consultation through recovery
What You Bring
Required
- Graduate of an ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program
- Current NCCPA certification
- Active California PA license, or license in process (must be active by your start date)
- Current BLS certification
- At least 1 year of surgical or related clinical experience
Preferred
- 3+ years of experience, ideally in plastic, cosmetic, or reconstructive surgery
- Operating room / surgical first-assist experience
- Experience with aesthetic injectables and laser or energy-based devices
- ACLS certification
Who You Are
- Clinically strong, with sound judgment and close attention to detail
- Passionate about aesthetics and patient-centered outcomes
- A warm, clear communicator who builds trust quickly
- Organized and adaptable, and at your best in a fast-paced surgical setting
- A collaborative team player who models professionalism
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary: $165,000+, based on experience and qualifications
- Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- 3 weeks of paid time off annually
- Exposure to a wide range of aesthetic and reconstructive procedures, with room to grow your skills
- Work directly with a board-certified plastic surgeon in a respected, results-driven practice
How to Apply
Please submit your resume/CV and a cover letter introducing yourself and sharing why you’d like to join our practice. We look forward to meeting you!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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