General Surgery Physician Assistant

Location: McMinnville, TN

Facility Name: Ascension Saint Thomas Medical Partners: McMinnville General Surgery

Schedule:Full-Time M-F Days
Productivity incentives: Base salary then convert to RVU model once established

CME allowance + dedicated CME days

Malpractice coverage with tail

• This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated surgical physician assistant to join an employed practice within a busy, well-respected practice, supported by a strong referral base and the full resources of a robust health system network.

• Join an established team of 2 physicians
• Practice setting: Established practice in a strong supporting community
• Employed position within a nonprofit health system
• Board Certified as a Physician Assistant
• Deliver comprehensive inpatient care through diligent rounding, effective post-op coordination, and seamless admissions management.
• Provide expert outpatient clinical evaluations and perform in-office procedures to support patient wellness.
• Collaborate closely with an established physician team to ensure high-quality, coordinated surgical care.

• About the Facility

• 125-bed hospital / medical center
• Serving a population of approximately 80,000 people
• Integrated referral network
• Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system

• Why Providers Choose Ascension

• Provider-led, collaborative culture
• Long-term practice stability
• National network with local autonomy
• Mission-centered care rooted in service

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • Physician Assistant credentialed from the Tennessee Committee on Physicians Assistants obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program. Master's degree preferred.

Work Experience

• 3+ years of experience preferred.