OBGYN APP (Per Diem) – Mount Vernon, Washington

Summary:

Skagit Regional Health is seeking a per-dem physician assistant or nurse practitioner to support our Women’s Health surgical program at Skagit Valley Hospital. At Skagit Regional Health, we are dedicated to enhancing the well-being of our communities, serving with compassion and respect, one person at a time. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients and the community we serve by providing exceptional healthcare, always. We are committed to nurturing a culture that values diversity, inclusivity, and professional growth.

Highlights:

• In this role, you will provide first assist surgical support to our current team of 10 physicians. Assist in a variety of Gynecological and Urogynecological cases in both the inpatient OR and outpatient surgery center settings.
• Surgical block days are Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays. Cases may be scheduled at Skagit Valley Hospital or Cascade Valley Hospital, as needed.
• Integrated EPIC EMR platform utilized system-wide throughout the organization.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or higher in nursing or physician assistant studies from an accredited program.
• Minimum of 3 years of first assist surgical experience required.
• Active Washington State license or ability to obtain a Washington State license by time of start.
• Must have active BLS certification before starting or within first week of employment.
• The ideal candidate will place a priority on improving lives through compassionate and innovative healthcare and focus on building lasting relationships with their patients as well as strong ties within the community.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Shift rate: $80/hour

• Malpractice insurance is fully covered!
• Washington State has no income tax, enhancing your financial benefits.

• Skagit Regional Health is an integrated health system with a growing staff of nearly 3,000, including a medical staff of over 570, and is comprised of two acute care hospitals and almost 30 outpatient clinics in over 25 medical specialties. We provide advanced, quality and comprehensive services to the residents of the nine communities we serve in Skagit, Island and North Snohomish counties. We commit to work collaboratively as a system to lead a culture that is focused on High Reliability and promote safe and reliable activities at all times.
• Skagit Valley Hospital is licensed for 137 beds with a Level III Trauma Center. The hospital features a full range of services including the latest surgery techniques; renal dialysis; a well-appointed Family Birth Center; comprehensive diagnostic imaging and an advanced heart and vascular institute that includes the only cardiac catheterization labs in the area.

• Mount Vernon, located in majestic Skagit Valley, is a growing community that provides immediate access to an abundance of outdoor recreational activities. Situated on the Puget Sound coastal region of Washington, our community has a lot of offer outdoor enthusiasts year round from camping, hiking, skiing, kayaking, and more! 
• Mount Vernon is home to the famous Skagit Valley Tulip Festival, which brings visitors from all 50 states and over 85 countries every spring. Explore our historic downtown and our riverwalk where you can visit a number of our small businesses, unique restaurants and breweries. In the summer, shop at our local farmers market and enjoy an outdoor concert.
• Live in a family friend environment with safe communities, great schools, and exciting opportunities for everyone in your family! Within the state of Washington, you will find a flourishing food, craft drink, art, and entertainment scenes.
• Centrally located between Seattle and Vancouver, BC, you can enjoy all the amenities of a big city, such as access to international and regional airports and world class entertainment, without the cost of living or traffic!
• In 2021, Washington was named #1 in the U.S. News Best States ranking for the second year in a row.