Physician Assistant - Proctology

Colorectal & Anorectal Surgery - Full time - Clinical - India

Salary range :₹4.5L - ₹8L/yr

Experience: 1 - 5 years

Education: B.Sc. / M.Sc. PA

Supervision: MS (Gen. Surgery)

Role summary

The Physician Assistant - Proctology supports a consultant proctologist or colorectal surgeon in the clinical and surgical management of anorectal and colorectal conditions. The role spans OPD assessment, pre
and post-operative care, procedural assistance, and patient counselling in a hospital or dedicated proctology clinic setting across India.

Key responsibilities

OPD & assessment
Take focused anorectal history and document presenting complaints (haemorrhoids, fissures, fistula, prolapse, constipation, rectal bleeding)
Assist consultant during proctoscopy, sigmoidoscopy, and digital rectal examination (DRE)
Coordinate colonoscopy scheduling and bowel prep counselling
Triage urgent cases (rectal bleeding, incarcerated haemorrhoids, perianal abscess)

Pre-operative
Conduct pre-op assessments and fitness documentation




Obtain informed consent and explain procedures to patients
Coordinate anaesthesia, OT scheduling, and pre-op investigations
Prepare and educate patients on bowel prep protocols

Intra-operative & procedural assist
First assist in haemorrhoidectomy, fistulotomy, lateral sphincterotomy, stapled haemorrhoidopexy (MIPH/PPH), and Seton placement
Perform rubber band ligation (RBL) and sclerotherapy under supervision
Assist in perianal abscess I&D; and wound packing
Support laparoscopic colorectal procedures (port placement, retraction)

Post-operative & ward
Manage post-op wound care, dressings, and sitz bath protocols
Monitor for complications — bleeding, urinary retention, infection
Conduct ward rounds and update case notes in HMS/EMR
Advise on stoma care for colostomy / ileostomy patients

Patient education & follow-up
Counsel patients on diet, fibre intake, and lifestyle modifications
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