Family Practice/Primary Care Physician Assistant

HPSA Score for Primary Care: 18

Join Our Team at Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic

At Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, we believe you are more than an Advanced Practice Clinician, and we are more than a job. As a patient-centered medical home, we are dedicated to serving our communities with compassion, treating everyone with respect regardless of their background or ability to pay.

About Yakima County: Yakima County, known as the fruit basket of Washington, offers a rich agricultural landscape with leading exports in hops, apples, grapes, cherries, and asparagus. The region is home to numerous breweries, wineries, and cider houses, supporting the livelihood of migrant farmworkers and various industries.

Our Commitment: We provide affordable, high-quality care for families, from prenatal care to elder care, and support our communities in various ways, including health services, job assistance, and more. Our dedication to keeping our communities healthy and informed is unwavering.

Position Overview: If you are an Advanced Practice Clinician specializing in Women's Health, dedicated to serving underserved populations, and seeking a competitive salary and a fulfilling quality of life, consider joining the Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic family.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clinic Hours: The position follows standard clinic hours, with potential early starts at 7 am. No overnight shifts required.
• Patient Care: Provide high-quality care to in-clinic patients, addressing various women's health issues.
• Surgical Assistance: Serve as the first assist for our providers during surgeries and C-sections. Responsibilities include surgery prep, retraction, controlling bleeding, suturing/closing, and direct collaboration with OB surgeons.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with OB surgeons during most surgeries requiring an assist, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
• Skills: Strong surgical skills, including retraction, bleeding control, and suturing. Excellent teamwork and communication abilities.

Who we are looking for:

• An experienced Advanced Practice Clinician specializing in Women's Health
• Previous experience in a surgical setting is preferred, but not mandatory.
• A healthcare professional committed to working with underserved patient populations

Position Details :

• Proudly serving a largely migrant and Latino community
• Certified bilingual Medical Assistant dedicated to assisting in translation and patient care
• 1.0 FTE ( 40 hours a week with 34 hours of clinical and 6 hours of admin time)
• EMR system is EPIC
• Clinic Operational Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 6:00 pm

Position highlights:

• Base Compensation: $132k - $149k per year. Additional earnings from productivity and patient satisfaction measures should be expected.
• Hiring Bonus of $15k
• Relocation Allowance of $20k
• $50k student loan repayment assistance beginning the month after your start date.
• Malpractice insurance coverage (no tail coverage policy needed)
• 4-week Medical Spanish Immersion Program in Xayla, Guatemala

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits at no out-of-pocket cost to employees
• Great personal leave time
• 8 paid holidays per year
• $3,100 annual CME allowance with 5 days (40 hours) of CME time
• Profit-sharing plan 401a
• Retirement plan 403b
• Automatic life insurance policy
• Employee assistance program

Qualifications:

To be considered for this position, you must complete a Master's or Doctoral Degree -Nurse Practitioner or Master's Degree - Physician Assistant or Bachelor's Degree in Health Science and a two-year Physician Assistant training program.

Where we are located:

Joining YVFWC means you will benefit from living in the Pacific Northwest, where you can enjoy spectacular wilderness areas, crystal-clear lakes, and rivers. You can enjoy fine Northwest wines and a stunning selection of fruits and vegetables. You will also be within an easy drive to a growing metropolitan area, offering fine dining and shopping, theatres, museums, and elite universities.

About YVFWC:

Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic has changed since we first opened in 1973. We've grown into one of Northwest's largest community health centers, with over 40 clinics in 18 communities across Washington and Oregon. But we haven't forgotten the most important reason we're here: you.

Our Mission Statement

Together we transform our communities through compassionate, individualized care, eliminating barriers to health and well-being.

Our mission celebrates inclusivity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment.

Contact us at for more information about this opportunity!