General Surgery Physician Assistant

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our General Surgery Physician Assistant (PA), you will serve as a key member of the surgical services team at Centennial Surgery, a department of CHI Mercy Health—an institution nationally recognized as a Top 20 Rural & Community Hospital. Based in Southern Oregon, this full-time position offers an opportunity to deliver comprehensive clinical care primarily in an outpatient setting, complemented by inpatient post-op rounding, within a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. Please note that this role does not include operating room assisting. 

Every day you will provide high-quality patient care, focusing primarily on outpatient clinical management with scheduled inpatient post-op rounding to ensure a seamless experience for those undergoing general surgery services. Best of all, you will enjoy a Monday-through-Friday schedule with weekends off and no call responsibilities, allowing you to fully enjoy everything our region has to offer.

To be successful in this role, you must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare professionals. We are seeking a candidate who demonstrates professional confidence in their clinical judgment while remaining dedicated to ongoing clinical growth. You must also demonstrate a deep commitment to patient-centered care and the capacity to thrive in a collegial, supportive environment. 

This position offers:

• Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary package with signing bonus, relocation assistance and annual CME allowance, and malpractice insurance including tail coverage.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Robust benefits package to support your well-being.
• Enjoyable Schedule: Monday to Friday—no weekends or call required.
• Paid Time Off: 28 days of vacation plus 5 days for CME each year.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF): Eligibility via our 501(c)(3) status.

CHI Mercy Health is a 174-bed community hospital and level 3 trauma center located in Roseburg, Oregon. Our team of surgeons provides a full range of general surgery services to Douglas County's 110,000+ residents.  Roseburg offers small-town charm and access to breathtaking natural beauty. Enjoy a mild Mediterranean-like climate with year-round outdoor activities, including:

• World-class fishing: The North Umpqua River offers steelhead and trout fishing.
• Wine country: Explore Oregon's oldest fine wine region and award-winning wineries.
• Outdoor adventure: Hiking, white-water rafting, mountain biking, camping, and skiing.
• Coastal proximity: Less than 2 hours from the Pacific Ocean, with scenic beaches, crabbing, and the famous Bandon Dunes Golf Resort.

Job Requirements

Required:

• Master of Science from an ARC-PA accredited program
• NCCPA board certification
• Have or obtain an Oregon medical license and DEA certificate

Preferred: 

• Clinical or non-clinical General Surgery work experience

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Where You’ll Work

At CHI Mercy Health, you'll discover a place where your professional growth is deeply valued within a truly supportive and rewarding environment. For over a century, our commitment to Compassion, Inclusion, Integrity, Excellence, and Collaboration has guided every interaction, shaping how we care for our patients and uplift one another.

 

Today, as CHI Mercy 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. We are proud of our state-of-the- art care and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence.

 

When you join CHI Mercy Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.