Gynecology Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA)

Gynecology Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA)

High Lakes Gynecology | Praxis Health | Bend, Oregon

High Lakes Gynecology, part of Praxis Health, is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our established gynecology practice in Bend, Oregon. This role is 100% gynecology, with no obstetrics, providing office-based evaluation and procedural care alongside our surgical gynecologists.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for an APP with solid gynecology experience — a Women's Health NP certification is a plus, but not required if you have equivalent hands-on gyn experience as an NP or PA.

Day-to-day, you'll be seeing patients independently and managing:

• Well woman exams
• Evaluation and treatment of abnormal/irregular uterine bleeding
• Management of PCOS and other menstrual disorders
• Colposcopy and biopsy, including endometrial and vulvar biopsy
• Hormone replacement therapy and menopausal symptom management
• Contraceptive counseling and management, including IUD and Nexplanon insertion/removal
• Evaluation and treatment of STIs
• Pessary fitting, removal, and cleaning
• Urinary incontinence evaluation
• Infertility counseling
• Minor in-office procedures (e.g., polypectomy, skin tag excision, treatment of condyloma)

Prior experience with colposcopy and office-based procedures is important.

Comfort with IUD/Nexplanon placement and biopsy procedures is expected from day one.

Practice Highlights

• 100% gynecology — no obstetrics
• Full-time, office-based role supporting a busy surgical gynecology practice
• Collaborative team including physicians, experienced clinical support staff, and administrative staff
• Established patient base with strong referral volume
• Physician-led practice environment with clinical autonomy

Qualifications

• Active NP or PA license in Oregon (or ability to obtain)
• Certification as a Women's Health NP, FNP, or PA with demonstrated gynecology experience
• Current DEA registration or ability to obtain
• Current CPR/AED certification
• Colposcopy training/certification preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary (specifics provided during interview process)
• 6 weeks paid time off
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Retirement plan, CME allowance, licensure, and DEA registration covered
• Relocation assistance available (amount discussed during offer stage)

Life in Bend

Life in Bend offers something few communities can match - a nationally recognized outdoor lifestyle paired with an exceptional quality of life and a thriving, welcoming community.

Tucked into the eastern foothills of the Cascade Mountains, Bend, Oregon is where rugged natural beauty meets sophisticated small-town charm. With over 300 days of sunshine annually and a panoramic backdrop of snow-capped peaks, it’s a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and creative spirits alike. The Deschutes River winds through the heart of the city, inviting fly-fishers, paddleboarders, and sunset strollers to its banks, while the nearby high desert and alpine wilderness offer world-class skiing, mountain biking, rock climbing, and hiking—all within minutes of downtown.

Yet Bend is more than a gateway to adventure; it's a cultural destination in its own right. Its walkable, art-filled downtown is lined with gourmet eateries, award-winning breweries, boutique shops, and wellness studios. Local farmers markets, live music, and craft fairs bring the community together year-round, while a vibrant culinary and craft beer scene reflect the city’s creative energy and commitment to quality. Whether sipping a locally roasted coffee on a crisp morning or soaking in the alpenglow from a rooftop bar, visitors quickly discover what locals already know - life in Bend is beautifully balanced between nature, nourishment, and inspiration.

High Lakes Gynecology

Since 2008, High Lakes Gynecology has provided comprehensive gynecologic care for women throughout Central Oregon. Located within our dedicated Hosmer Lake building on the Shevlin Park campus, the practice offers a full spectrum of office and surgical gynecology in a setting intentionally designed around women's health.

As part of High Lakes Health Care and Praxis Health, you'll practice alongside providers who believe medicine is built on lasting relationships, clinical autonomy, and doing what's right for each patient. Our physicians are supported by experienced nurses, medical assistants, and administrative professionals who allow providers to focus on delivering exceptional care rather than navigating unnecessary bureaucracy.

Praxis Health

Praxis Health is the Pacific Northwest's largest independent, physician-led healthcare network, caring for communities throughout Oregon, Washington, and Idaho.

Our mission is simple: deliver compassionate, relationship-centered care while empowering physicians to practice medicine the way they believe it should be practiced. We prioritize continuity, collaboration, and local decision-making over corporate bureaucracy, creating an environment where providers can focus on their patients while enjoying meaningful professional support and work-life balance.

If you're looking for a practice where your voice matters, your patients come first, and your career can thrive for years to come, we'd love to meet you.

Bend, Oregon offers the very best in year-round outdoor life and recreation, and is a favorite vacation destination for many. Mt. Bachelor, 20 minutes from downtown Bend, is the premiere destination ski resort in the state of Oregon, with numerous cross country trails and snow mobile parks.
With the highest average number of sunny days in the state, summer seems to never end! Clear days average 158 days per year with an additional 105 days that are mostly sunny. Summer sports include hiking, climbing at Smith Rock, fishing (lake and river), mountain biking, river sports, and over two-dozen golf courses are within a 45-minute radius. The public school system is strong, and there re private school options at all grade levels. There is a strong community college, and Oregon State University just launched the Cascades Campus, a full four-year university, also offering some graduate programs. A terrific regional airport in nearby Redmond provides numerous daily shuttles to Portland, Seattle, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Salt Lake City, Denver and Chicago.

High Lakes Gynecology is located in the Hosmer Lake building, a dedicated site for gynecology, on our Shevlin Park Campus. Additional clinics within walking distance offer Family Medicine, Pediatrics and Dermatology. High Lakes Health Care is a local, independent health care practice with primary care doctors, family nurse practitioners and more. Our team of care providers remains committed to caring for patients the way they want to, in a hands-on way that values relationships over volume.
Our primary care physicians take on challenges in health care to further assist our patients. To be part of our practice, every provider is charged with making quality improvements to health care above and beyond the normal routine. With locations in Bend’s Upper Mill, Sisters, and Redmond we provide convenient access to health care for our patients. As an organization that is family-owned and operated, we believe in the importance of delivering community-oriented care through accessible services that optimize the health and quality of life for all persons.