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Mass General Brigham

First Assist, NP/PA – Plastic Surgery, Per Diem

Mass General Brigham

. Support the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital and satellite surgical locations .

Posted 10/14/2026part-timeDanvers • Massachusetts • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65 - $84 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patient care within surgical settings, including preoperative and postoperative management, while effectively coordinating with healthcare teams. Holds relevant certifications and licensure to provide comprehensive surgical assistance and patient education.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Master's Degree Nursing or Physician AssistantCurrent Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Licensure in MassachusettsSurgical PA Certification or CAPRNFA Certification3–5 Years' Experience in Advanced Practice RoleQualified in Basic and Advanced Cardiac Life Support

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Hard Skills
Patient AssessmentComprehensive Physical ExaminationsSurgical AssistanceSkin BiopsiesCyst AspirationsIncisions and Drainage ProceduresMedication PrescriptionDiagnostic Data InterpretationPatient EducationFollow-Up Management
Soft Skills
Effective CommunicationRelationship BuildingCalmness in Emergency SituationsQuality Control MaintenanceAdaptability
Certifications & Qualifications
Current Massachusetts Controlled Substance CertificateDEA License
Industry Keywords
Plastic SurgeryReconstructive SurgeryBreast OncologyGeneral SurgeryPatient Care Coordination

Tech Stack

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Support the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital and satellite surgical locations
  • Provide patient care in operating rooms as first assist and in outpatient surgical practice settings
  • Coordinate and perform patient assessments, treatment, patient education, and follow-up
  • Obtain patient histories and perform comprehensive physical examinations
  • Arrange diagnostic procedures and coordinate consultations
  • Implement treatment plans and communicate with referring physicians
  • Provide patient and family education
  • Provide and coordinate care at surgical practices in Boston, Waltham, and Danvers
  • Serve as first assistant during plastic surgery operations and procedures
  • Perform preoperative and postoperative patient management in collaboration with surgeons and healthcare providers
  • Evaluate follow-up, preoperative, and postoperative patients
  • Review and interpret diagnostic data; order tests, consultations, and procedures
  • Conduct examinations, preoperative teaching, postoperative evaluation and management, and follow-up
  • Perform skin biopsies, cyst aspirations, incisions, and drainage procedures
  • Remove drains, sutures, and staples
  • Complete disability and visiting nursing paperwork
  • Prescribe medications and submit billing accurately and promptly
  • Coordinate inpatient and outpatient care
  • Provide direct care, counseling, education, documentation, and bedside procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Master's Degree Nursing or Physician Assistant required
  • Current Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner licensure in Massachusetts
  • Registered Nurse (RN - MA License), Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) (MA License), or Physician Assistant (MA License)
  • Surgical PA certification or CAPRNFA certification
  • Current Massachusetts Controlled Substance Certificate and DEA license
  • Qualified in all basic and advanced cardiac life support standards established by the American Heart Association
  • Experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant; 0–1 year preferred
  • 3–5 years' experience in the Advanced Practice role, particularly in breast oncology, plastic and reconstructive surgery, or general surgery preferred
  • Skilled in taking medical histories and interpreting findings
  • Ability to maintain quality control standards
  • Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
  • Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures
  • Ability to communicate clearly and establish and maintain effective working relationships

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Comprehensive benefits
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Differentials
  • Premiums
  • Bonuses as applicable
  • Recognition programs
  • Continuing education
  • Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities