Locum NP (Nurse Practitioner), PA (Physician's Assistant) General Surgery

This is a contract, on-site locum position in General Surgery offering the opportunity to provide surgical care in a community-focused healthcare environment. You will work alongside experienced surgeons and healthcare professionals, delivering comprehensive patient care from preoperative assessment through postoperative management in a collaborative surgical practice.

Clinical Setting

• Outpatient setting in Tonasket
• General Surgery department
• Daily patient volume of 6-11 patients
• Support provided by physician and nursing staff

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive preoperative patient assessments and histories
• Assist surgeons during operative procedures as needed
• Provide postoperative care and management of surgical patients
• Perform minor surgical procedures and wound care management
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, labs, and imaging studies
• Develop and implement patient treatment plans in collaboration with the surgical team
• Prescribe medications and therapies as appropriate for surgical care
• Educate patients and families on surgical procedures and recovery expectations
• Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical records (EMR)
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care
• Participate in patient rounds and clinical meetings
• Adhere to all medical practice protocols, safety standards, and regulatory guidelines

Required Qualifications

• Associate-level experience as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)
• Current and unrestricted NP or PA license in the state of practice
• Board certification or board-eligible status as an NP or PA
• Experience or strong clinical background in General Surgery
• Ability to work on-site in Tonasket on a contract basis
• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems
• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced surgical environment
• Commitment to patient safety and high-quality care
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• Willingness to adapt to varying clinical schedules and patient needs

Schedule

• Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
• No call required

Travel and Expenses

• Paid travel and expenses provided