Physician Assistant - Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Grider Support Services, LLC is a proud partner of Erie County Medical Center (ECMC) and is dedicated to providing high-quality patient-centered care to our community. 

We are seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant (PA) to join our outpatient team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, patient-focused ambulatory care environment. Responsibilities include conducting patient assessments, managing follow-up care, collaborating with physicians and care teams, and supporting the overall delivery of high-quality, compassionate care. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a strong commitment to work-life balance—making this a rewarding next step in your advanced practice career.

📍 Location:462 Grider Street Buffalo, NY 
 🏥 Department: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
 🕒 Shift: Full-Time  (2/3 clinic based, 1/3 on-call in-patient rounding and emergency department)

Job Duties

• Serve as first call for the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery service on a rotating basis, evaluating urgent consults and coordinating care with the attending surgeon.

• Assist surgeons in the operating room as first or second assist, providing exposure, hemostasis, suturing, and other operative support during procedures.

• Perform preoperative evaluations and postoperative management for patients undergoing oral and maxillofacial surgical procedures.

• Evaluate emergency department and inpatient consultations related to facial trauma, infections, and other maxillofacial conditions.

• Rotate through outpatient clinic and procedural sessions, evaluating new patients and providing postoperative follow-up care.

• Participate in procedural-based clinic care, including minor procedures, wound care, and perioperative management.

• Order and interpret diagnostic studies such as laboratory tests and imaging to support surgical decision-making.

• Round on hospitalized surgical patients, monitoring recovery and adjusting treatment plans in collaboration with the attending surgeon.

• Educate patients and families regarding surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and postoperative care.

• Develop expertise in craniofacial and oral maxillofacial surgery, with mentorship and training provided by the surgical team.

Benefits: We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. The hiring range is between $120,000 to 140,000* annually. Enjoy generous PTO, paid holidays, and top-tier medical coverage with low premiums and full deductible coverage through an HRA—plus dental, vision, life insurance, and great discounts!

Qualifications

Education:

• Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant (PA) by the New York State of New York
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, required within 90 days of service

Experience:

• 1-2 years experience in outpatient setting, preferred

Skills & Competencies:

• Comprehensive knowledge of medical terminology, clinical procedures, and patient care techniques
• Strong clinical skills in assessing, diagnosing, and treating a wide range of medical conditions
• Proficiency in Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and other healthcare technology
• Critical thinking, time management, strong communication, problem-solving, and ability to handle various clinical situations. 

Grider Support Services, LLC. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

* The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant at the time of posting. When determining pay, several factors will be considered including but not limited to location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, professional credentials, internal equity, and budget.