Vascular Surgery Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

We are seeking a Per Diem Vascular Surgery Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitionerto join an experienced vascular surgery team in Bakersfield, California. This position provides the opportunity to support inpatient care, operating room cases, outpatient vascular clinic visits, and postoperative follow-up. Per-diem APPs will provide coverage based on departmental needs and provider availability.

Compensation:  $136,500

Schedule

Per-diem schedule with shifts available based on coverage needs

10-hour shifts, typically 7:00 AM–5:00 PM

Weekday coverage

Flexible scheduling based on mutual availability

Responsibilities

Provide care in a fully equipped outpatient vascular clinic

Assist with inpatient endovascular and open vascular surgery cases

Support outpatient surgery center cases

Manage patients with vascular conditions including peripheral arterial disease, varicose veins, dialysis access, and carotid disease

Participate in elective and postoperative vascular clinics

Perform inpatient rounds and consultations

Assist vascular surgeons in the operating room

Collaborate with surgeons, nursing staff, and multidisciplinary care teams

Provide high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced clinical environment

Requirements

Current PA-C or Nurse Practitioner license and certification

1–2 years of vascular surgery experience strongly preferred

Strong clinical and communication skills

Ability to build rapport with patients

Ability to work effectively in a collaborative surgical environment

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Position Highlights

Flexible per-diem scheduling

Malpractice liability insurance provided

Opportunity to work in a high-acuity Level II Trauma Center and teaching hospital

Collaborative and experienced vascular surgery team

Dedicated HR and credentialing support throughout onboarding