Physician Assistant - SeaTac, WA

Wander Staffing; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 146,000; Part time

Job summary

Wander Staffing seeks a Physician Assistant to cover as-needed shifts at the Federal Detention Center SeaTac in SeaTac, WA. The role runs Mon-Fri, 06:00–14:00 with potential 8-hour days and on-site duties within the Health Services Department.

Requirements include ARC-PA-accredited PA program, active PA license, at least 1 year of experience, and BLS. U.S. citizenship or permanent residency with pursuit of citizenship is noted. The contract is 2 years with 60-day notice advised.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ARC-PA-accredited PA program.
• Active, current, full, and unrestricted PA license in any U.S. state or DC.
• At least one (1) year of applicable experience.
• BLS (AHA Healthcare Provider).
• U.S. citizen or permanent resident seeking U.S. citizenship (with lived history as required).
• Pass drug screen and law enforcement background check, including fingerprinting, and favorable credit report.

Responsibilities

• Run daily sick call and clinic operations, health histories, findings, and evaluations.
• Provide emergency care when physician is unavailable, including trauma care.
• Perform minor procedures after consulting the physician (incisions, laceration repair, etc.).
• Prescribe medications; review drug interactions before dispensing.
• Order and interpret tests (labs, x-rays, ECGs, hearing/vision screening).
• Collaborate with staff and physicians on care plans; manage chronic/complex problems.

Education

ARC-PA‑accredited PA program

Job description

Physician Assistant (PA) Needed at the Federal Detention Center in SeaTac, WATHE SHORT: We need three (3) PAs for as-needed coverage at Federal Detention Center (FDC) SeaTac in SeaTac, WA. Mon-Fri, 06:00-14:00. Any state license. At least one (1) year of experience. U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents seeking citizenship.LOCATION: Health Services Department, FDC SeaTac, 2425 S 200th St, SeaTac, WA 98198START DATE / DURATION:2-year contractNote: The duration of the contract is between the government and Wander Staffing. As with any position, if life requires you to leave, please provide a 60-day notice.COMPENSATION:Rate: $90/hrPart time, W2If you report but can’t work because of a facility delay (weather, power, security), you’re paid for 4 hours, or the full day if asked to staySCHEDULE:As-needed coverage when FDC SeaTac’s staff PAs are out (sick leave, annual leave, deployments, vacancies, training)Assignments may be one day or one week at a timeMon-Fri, 8 hours per day, 06:00-14:00, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch. Hours may be adjusted to meet the institution’s needsNo work on federal holidaysMaximum 40 hours per week.QUALIFICATIONS:PAs:Graduate of an ARC-PA-accredited PA program at an accredited college or universityActive, current, full, and unrestricted PA license in any U.S. state, territory, commonwealth, or DCAt least one (1) year of applicable experienceBLS (American Heart Association Healthcare Provider)Correctional experience preferred, not requiredU.S. citizen or national, or lawful permanent resident seeking U.S. citizenship. Must have lived in the U.S. for three (3) of the last five (5) yearsMust pass a drug screen and law enforcement background check, including fingerprinting and a favorable credit reportAble to stand and walk most of the day and occasionally lift up to 25 poundsDUTIES:Run daily sick call and the clinic’s daily operation, including health histories, recording findings, and clinical evaluationsServe as the primary provider for new complaints, chronic care visits, and emergencies when clinically indicatedProvide emergency care when the physician isn’t present, including trauma care and lifesaving proceduresAfter consulting the physician, perform minor procedures such as incision and drainage, laceration repair, cyst removal, and ingrown toenail removal/repairPrescribe medications and treatment, and flag synergistic, antagonistic, and cumulative drug effects before dispensingOrder and interpret diagnostic tests, including labs (urinalysis, CBC, smears, blood glucose), hearing tests, preliminary x-ray reads, vision screening, ECGs, screening dental exams and dental x-rays, and mental health, drug, and alcohol screeningWork with staff and consulting physicians on care plans and on managing chronic and complex problems, and teach patients good health practicesStay security-aware and keep a professional relationship with AICs. Don’t give information to inmates; route it through the Clinical Director, HSA, or CORWear professional attire (scrubs are fine; no open-toed shoes or sleeveless, see-through, or skin-tight clothing) and wear your badge at all timesIF INTERESTED: Interested and qualified PAs are submitted with our proposal, and the Government selects its preferred PAs as part of the process. Please email the items below to Cierra Cole at [e-mail] by November 15, 2026.CV/resume showing at least one (1) year of applicable experiencePA licenseDiploma (PA program or graduate nursing degree)BLS (AHA Healthcare Provider card)Two (2) letters of referenceWHY WORK WITH US:Founded in 2018 by a retired Army OfficerWe are not a commercial staffing agency. We don’t lock you in, “claim,” or “present” you anywhere or share your information. There is never a non-compete.Find out more about us at www.WanderStaffing.comQUESTIONS:Email Cierra Cole at [e-mail] Staffing is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status in providing services or employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.