Physician Assistant - Surgical Urology

Overview: Legacy Health is in search of an experienced Physician Assistant for our Surgery department - Urology. Located in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, at Legacy Health, our mission is doing what’s best for our patients, our people, our community and our world. We aim to improve the health of everyone we care for––to create a legacy that truly lives on. Ours is a legacy of health and community. Of respect and responsibility. Of quality and innovation. Come join our team and create your own legacy! Under the direction of the Physician Assistant’s Supervising Physician or Designated Agent, provides medical and surgical services to patients of the assigned clinic. Ability to make responsible decisions within the scope of practice as a dependent medical practitioner. Education: Requires Bachelor’s degree and successful completion of a physician assistant program accredited by any of the following accrediting bodies: Committee on Allied Health, Education Accreditation of the American Medical Association (CAHEA); Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP); Accreditation Review Commission on the Education of the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA). Experience: Requires experience in direct patient management, surgical assisting experience required. Knowledge of acute and chronic disease states, administration and prescription of medications, and delivering physical care following treatment plan. Current BLS certificate from the American Heart Association required. The spectacular Columbia River Gorge and majestic Cascade Mountains surround Portland. The beautiful ocean beaches of the northwest and fantastic skiing at Mt. Hood are all within a 60-minute drive. The temperate four-season climate, spectacular views and abundance of cultural and outdoor activities, along with five-star restaurants, sporting attractions, and outstanding schools, make the Pacific Northwest an ideal place to live. As a nationally known and respected health care provider, Legacy Health offers an outstanding work environment, competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, CME allowance, relocation allowance and much more. Learn more about us and apply on our website at www.legacyhealth.org. For additional information please email Forrest Brown at Fobrown@lhs.org Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled. No J1/H-1B visas. Qualifications: