Physician Assistant - Orthopedics Ongoing Per Diem

Careerwebsite; Bellingham, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 107,000 - 136,000; Part time

Job summary

PeaceHealth in Bellingham, WA is seeking a Board Certified Physician Assistant for an orthopedic practice. The role involves relief work in the clinic and Rapid Access Clinic (RAC), with potential for full-time hours in the future.

Initial schedule is three days per week, continuing to grow as needed. Candidate should have at least 2 years post-certification orthopedic experience, enjoy a fast-paced setting, and be comfortable performing surgical assists with a strong PA team.

Qualifications

• Board Certified Physician Assistant required.
• At least 2 years post-certification experience in Orthopedic Clinic practice and surgical assists.
• Interest in a high-energy, busy elective orthopedic practice with a supportive PA team.
• Willingness to relief in regular clinic and RAC, plus surgical assists.

Skills

Board Certified PA

Orthopedic clinic experience

Surgical assistance

Epic EHR

Tools

EPIC EHR

Job description

Ideal Candidate

• Board Certified Physician Assistant
• At least 2 years of demonstrated post-certification experience in Orthopedic Clinic practice and surgical assists (REQUIRED)
• Interest in being part of a high-energy, busy elective orthopedic practice with a strong and supportive PA team
• Interest in working on a Relief, as needed basis in both regular clinic and the Rapid Access Clinic (RAC) as well as surgical assists.
• This position will start at 3 days per week and may become full time in the future.

Practice Highlights

• Clinic is in the Medical Office Plaza near St. Joseph Medical Center
• Regular Clinic hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
• 33 total staff members at the clinic, including 7 surgeons and 8 Physician Assistants
• Onsite Imaging and Laboratory
• Current Clinician team is experienced, collegial, and high functioning
• Strong support staff who are excited to support the clinicians
• Focus on practicing excellent medicine with smooth continuity of care
• Epic EHR

Bellingham, WA is the perfect blend of endless outdoor recreation, urban living, strong schools, great shopping & cuisine, and so much more! These amenities are surrounded by incredible scenery, from the sea to the mountains and the rainforest, making this community an amazing place to live. Head to Mount Baker for a day in the snow. Tour the San Juan Islands by sea kayak or sailboat. Trek the North Cascades on foot. Stay in town to explore the shops and cafes of historic Fairhaven and Downtown and then catch a show at Mount Baker Theater – you can do it all in Bellingham! PeaceHealth has been serving the communities of northwest Washington since 1890 with PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center, now a 253-bed, two-campus hospital providing a Level II Trauma Center and a full range of inpatient and outpatient services. PeaceHealth’s Whatcom Region also includes the comprehensive heart care services of the Cardiovascular Center at PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center as well as the primary and specialty care provided by PeaceHealth Medical Group.

• Hourly Relief Rate, depending on Years of Experience (0-3, 3-5, 5-10, 10+): $78.24 - $98.19

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting. See how PeaceHealth is committed toInclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.

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Contact information:

Company name: PeaceHealth
Contact name: Amber Martinez
Contact email: [e-mail]
External ID : PH-INFOR-120349C5
Posting ID : 1001058966