Physician Assistant: Neurosurgery

Physician Assistant, Neurosurgery

Olympia Orthopaedic Associates

Location: Olympia, WA

Job Type: Full-time

Starting Pay Range: $100k - $175k per year. Bonus opportunities available based on production and quality of work.

Summary of benefits:

OOA covers part or all of the cost for Health, Dental, Vision, Long-term Disability Insurance and CME. Employees are eligible to participate in a 401k plan with company matching. Flex spending plans, uniform allowances, and an Employee Assistance Program available as well. PTO is accrued based on position and tenure.

Olympia Orthopaedics is a drug-free, alcohol-free, and smoke-free workplace. If offered employment, passage of background screen and pre-employment drug screen is required. Please note nicotine levels are included in testing.

Physician Assistant Summary:

OOA is looking for an experienced Physician Assistant to work directly with one of our well-established Neurosurgeons who specializes in surgery of the back, neck, and spine.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to work both in clinic and assist in surgeries. Under the supervision of a surgeon, you will be responsible for examining patients, administering drugs, ordering medical and diagnostic testing, diagnosing illnesses, and counselling patients and their families.

Physician Assistant Qualifications:

• Active Physician Assistant license in the state of WA, or the ability to obtain one prior to hire.
• 2-3 years of Orthopaedic experience as a Nurse Practitioner.
• 2-3 years of surgical assist experience, with a preference for neuro or spine surgery.

Olympia, Washington is nicely located between Seattle, Washington and Portland, Oregon with access to a variety of activities including hiking, biking, skiing, fishing, camping, and much more. The cost of living is moderate, and the schools are ranked at the highest level by GreatSchools.com.