General Surgery Physician Assistant

At Vancouver Clinic, caring for people is our first priority and the driving force behind everything we do. New clinicians will find a collegial, supportive, and caring environment of healthcare professionals committed to our patients and community. Our multispecialty clinic is physician owned, which prioritizes the highest quality patient care and a strong work-life balance.

We’re looking for a highly qualified, hard-working Physician Assistant who will thrive in a busy General Surgery Department. The department currently consists of 6 Surgeons and 3 PAs, who are looking to add a 4th PA. This position is primarily inpatient with responsibilities including hospital rounding and OR assisting. It will also include hospital weekend coverage and assisting in our outpatient surgery center. The ideal candidate will be flexible and able to adapt to changes in this busy department.

Additional details:

• The PAs work on a rotating weekly schedule, with each week varying in structure and consisting of 2–7 shifts ranging from 4.5 to 10.5 hours

• No additional call

• Established referral network with excellent collaboration between primary care and specialty care

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in general surgery required

• Compensation is a salary model ($144,178 - $172,812) based on years of experience

• Compensation information is provided based on available data at the time of posting and is subject to change.

We are rooted in Southwest Washington, located in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. The area offers a variety of housing options from suburban neighborhoods, downtown high rises, or rural locations with acreage. We enjoy year-round recreational opportunities, a flourishing craft brewery scene, wineries, and tasty restaurants. Portland, Oregon, is nearby offering world-class food, a vibrant art and theater scene, and numerous professional sports teams. Plus, if you live and work in Washington, there is no state income tax.

We recognize that each person’s unique experience, identity, and perspective advances our ability to deliver the best possible care to our patients. We encourage candidates of every background to apply to join our team.

Please submit a CV and cover letter detailing your interest in our organization and position.

Michele Ritter

Physician & APC Recruiter

[email protected]

The above information is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work required in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive description of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of those assigned to this job.

We offer a competitive Total Rewards Program. Eligibility for benefits is dependent on factors such as position type and FTE. Benefit-eligible employees qualify for benefits beginning on the first of the month following one month of employment. Vancouver Clinic offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, long term disability, health savings account, flexible spending account, employee assistance program, and multiple supplemental benefits (voluntary life, critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, legal services, etc.). We also offer a 401k retirement plan, 409A Deferred Compensation Plan (for eligible shareholder physicians) and 4% employer matching contribution. Compensation packages and time off programs vary and are dependent on factors such as department, position type, primary work state and FTE. Contact your Recruiter for full information.

Vancouver Clinic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Vancouver Clinic does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.  We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Vancouver Clinic is an alcohol and drug-free workplace.  Offers are contingent on successful completion of background screen and immunization requirements.