Physician Assistant - PA-C - FT

Washington Gastroenterology believes that digestive health is the foundation for a healthy life.  We are committed to improving the quality of life and longevity of our patients and our communities through the prevention, detection, and treatment of gastrointestinal diseases.  

We are WAGI

Washington Gastroenterology is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant (PA-C) to join our Federal Way and Covington Clinic Team. The Physician Assistant will be responsible for providing internal care for delegated medical aspects of care with collaborating physician(s).    

If you are selected for the position, WAGI is offering a New Hire Incentive Bonus of $10,000 for qualified individuals (must be new hires to the organization and full-time).  Details to be discussed.

Responsibilities

• Provides guidance, screening and health education to patients to promote and maintain health within gastroenterology practice
• Perform comprehensive health assessment including obtaining a complete and accurate health history; performing a complete and accurate physical examination
• Collaborates with physicians in managing acute and long-term medical needs of patients  
• Provides monitoring and continuity of care between physician visits; maintains and reviews patient records, charts and other pertinent information; posts tests and examination results; triages patient telephone calls and provides consultation
• Develops and implements health promotion, illness/injury prevention and therapeutic plans congruent with the client’s diagnosis, health care problem or need

 Qualifications  

• Master of Science degree in Nursing 
• Current Washington State Licensure as a Registered Nurse or Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant   
• Active involvement with professional organizations (ANA, WSNA, AANP, SGNA) 
• Current AANP or ANCC certification or AAPA   
• Current CPR/BLS Certification   
• Current ACLS Certification
• As a healthcare organization, the candidate must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.  WAGI will consider requests for religious or medical accommodation exemptions from this requirement as allowed under the Mandate at the time of Job Offer through Human Resources.  Your vaccination status is confidential information    

Physical Activities and Requirements

• Occasional travel may be required to other local locations on an as-needed basis to back-fill for vacations, etc.
• Ability to stand and walk throughout the day, up to 10 hours per day
• Prolonged periods of sitting and performing administrative duties including the use of computers
• Ability to bend, twist, stoop, and reach
• Able to lift and carry supplies and equipment as needed (up to 15 pounds)

 Washington Gastroenterology has an excellent benefit package that includes the following: 

• Closed for major holidays   
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Prescription  
• Life Insurance coverage  
• Long Term Disability coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement  
• 401(k) retirement program with profit sharing  
• Paid Time Off – 4 weeks in your first year