Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

Sound Pain Alliance; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Structured onboarding and mentorship

Balanced work-life schedule

Job summary

Sound Pain Alliance in Lakewood, WA is looking for an Advanced Practice Provider (PA or ARNP) to enhance our comprehensive pain management team. This full-time role involves diagnosing and creating treatment plans, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring optimal patient care in a supportive environment.

Offering a competitive salary between $130,000 and $150,000 annually, we emphasize work-life balance with a Monday-Thursday schedule, no nights or weekends.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in a clinical setting preferred.
• Understanding of cognitive, physical, and emotional aspects of pain.
• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and develop treatment plans for patients with chronic or acute pain.
• Perform physical examinations and document medical histories.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Prescribe medications and therapies.
• Educate patients and families about procedures.
• Collaborate with referring or primary care physicians.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Proficiency with electronic medical records

Ability to provide patient-centered care

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program

Current certification (e.g., PANCE for PA or board certification for NP)

Up-to-date with CME requirements and licensure in Washington State

Job description

Lakewood, WA

Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Salary: $130,000 to $150,000 per year, based on experience

Position Overview

Sound Pain Alliance, a leading Comprehensive Pain Management practice is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (PA or ARNP) to join our growing team. Our collaborative, multidisciplinary team includes physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners who work together to optimize patient care in both medication management and interventional pain procedures.

In 2025, we completed over 50,000 patient visits and continue to grow steadily. We perform procedures in-office using fluoroscopy and at our surgery center in Tukwila. This is a full-time position based in Lakewood, WA.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and develop treatment plans for patients presenting with chronic or acute pain.
• Perform physical examinations and document medical histories.
• Maintain thorough and timely electronic medical records.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with best practices.
• Educate patients and families about recommended interventional procedures.
• Provide ongoing patient support via phone and in-person follow-ups.
• Collaborate with referring or primary care physicians.
• Refer patients for specialty consultations as needed.

Requirements

Education & Certification

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current certification (e.g., PANCE for PA or board certification for NP).
• Up-to-date with CME requirements and licensure in Washington State.

Experience & Attributes

• 1-3 years of experience in a clinical setting preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records.
• Ability to provide patient-centered, empathetic care.
• Understanding of the cognitive, physical, and emotional aspects of pain.
• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and annual reassessment to stay market-leading.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Structured onboarding and mentorship.
• Balanced work-life schedule (M-Th, no nights or weekends).
• Collaborative, high-functioning clinical team.
• Opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Apply Today

If you're passionate about improving the lives of patients through effective pain management and want to join a team that values clinical excellence and long-term community engagement, we'd love to meet you.

Submit your resume and a cover letter describing your interest in our clinic to be considered. Qualified applicants will be contacted to schedule an initial phone interview with our practice administrator.

Visit us at SoundPainAlliance.com to learn more.

Salary: $130,000 - $150,000 per year

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