Opportunity Criteria

Specialty: Surgery

Loan Repayment: Negotiable

Salary Range: $68.00 to $80.00 / Hour

Employment Type: Not Specified

Bonus Offered: Negotiable

Job Description

Responsibilities

Full-time Physician Assistant (PA-C) position in Seattle. Provides outpatient and inpatient care for thoracic surgery patients, assists in the OR, and develops/manages treatment plans under physician supervision. Flexible scheduling required to meet patient needs. No current call expectation. We anticipate this job will require 50% outpatient, 25% inpatient, and 25% OR coverage. Patient care in various settings (ambulatory, inpatient, OR). Perioperative patient management with surgical residents. Care coordination, patient education, and communication. Histories, physical exams, and test orders/interpretation. Plan of care development and medication orders. Timely and accurate documentation (notes, summaries). First assistant in the OR. Independent clinical judgment. Collaborative relationships with providers. Resident education. Continuing education and adherence to safety standards. Qualifications Certified PA-C with prescriptive authority in Washington. 2-5 years of experience preferred. Ability to work in a dynamic environment. Self-directed with problem-solving skills. Team-oriented and quality-driven. Computer proficiency. BLS required. Team:

Part of a Thoracic Surgery team with surgeons, advanced practitioners, and residents. Focus on academics, education, and multidisciplinary care.

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Overview

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person - body, mind, and spirit - in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

About Virginia Mason Medical Center

Virginia Mason Medical Center, originally established in 1920 in Seattle, WA, is internationally recognized as a preeminent health care organization focused on delivering quality services to our patients. We have a 336-bed hospital in Seattle and multi-specialty medical group practice with more than 450 physicians. With a network of primary, specialty, neighborhood clinics and regional medical centers; you will find our culture is the very definition of best practices and a model that is the benchmark for other medical organizations. Join our team and find out how many ways Virginia Mason offers you the chance to focus on what really matters--your patients. Virginia Mason offers much more than competitive compensation and benefits. With continuing education opportunities and the added potential of relocation assistance, you will find our commitment to your well-being is both rewarding and refreshing. Living in the Pacific Northwest Located in the Pacific Northwest, Seattle is an area with a mild climate year-round and close to the great outdoors where we enjoy an abundance of activities with our close proximity to the waters of Puget Sound and surrounding mountains. City life and cultural activities are also thriving. With a variety of neighborhoods and areas to work and live, there are many choices for the type of lifestyle you'd like to enjoy.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health

We commit to fostering an equitable, diverse, and intentionally inclusive environment. We strive for all to feel valued, respected and that they belong. Our unique life experiences and backgrounds make our patient care extraordinary. Our diversity fuels our culture of innovation and transformative health care. Our differences are our strengths and inspire a promising future.

Pay Range $68.91 - $80.91 /hour

Contact Information

Contact: Stephanie Collins-Russell

Phone: 206-437-5019

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E-mail: Click here to e-mail.

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