Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) – Surgical First (Robotics)

Why Join Our Team? At New York Health (NYH) , we are revolutionizing healthcare with a holistic, integrated approach. Our multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals works collaboratively to provide comprehensive care that addresses all aspects of patient wellbeing. With state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to personalized care, NYH is setting a new standard for healthcare in our communities.

Join us and become a part of our mission to promote lifelong wellness through compassionate, evidence-based practices that empower patients on their healthcare journeys.

Job Description Location: Long Island, NY

Organization: New York Health

Why Join Us?

At New York Health, we are committed to delivering exceptional patient-centered care through innovation, collaboration, and clinical excellence. We are seeking an experienced, robotically trained Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our growing surgical team as a Surgical First Assistant supporting advanced robotic and minimally invasive procedures across Long Island.

This role offers the opportunity to work alongside highly skilled surgeons in a dynamic perioperative environment while contributing to the continued growth of a rapidly expanding healthcare organization.

In This Role, You Will

• Serve as first assistant in robotic-assisted surgical procedures utilizing the da Vinci platform, as well as open and laparoscopic surgical cases
• Provide intraoperative support including patient positioning, port placement, retraction, tissue handling, suturing, and hemostasis
• Conduct preoperative evaluations including history & physicals, consent review, and surgical clearance assessments
• Perform postoperative rounds, manage inpatient care, and coordinate discharge planning
• Collaborate closely with attending surgeons, operating room staff, and hospitalist teams to ensure seamless patient care
• Complete clinical documentation within the EMR in accordance with hospital and practice standards
• Participate in the on-call rotation schedule as needed

We Require

• Current New York State licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in good standing

• Nurse Practitioners must possess RNFA certification

• National certification

• ANCC or AANP for NPs

• NCCPA for PAs

• Active DEA registration

• Current BLS and ACLS certifications

• Documented robotic surgical training (da Vinci certification or equivalent)

• Prior surgical first-assist experience

• Eligibility for privileging at St. Charles Hospital and Mather Hospital

• Excellent clinical, interpersonal, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of surgical first-assist experience
• Experience in general surgery, gynecology, or related surgical subspecialties
• Familiarity with Catholic Health hospital systems and credentialing processes

Schedule

• Full-time
• Primarily OR-based coverage at St. Charles Hospital (Port Jefferson) and Mather Hospital

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary: $150,000 – $200,000, commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Paid time off and CME allowance
• Malpractice coverage
• Opportunities for professional growth within a rapidly expanding organization