Physician Assistant

Description

Join a Mission-Driven Team in Beautiful Central Washington

We are a team of over 200 passionate professionals committed to delivering personalized, high-quality care close to home. We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our multidisciplinary Wound Care Team in a part-time capacity. In this position, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to patients with acute and chronic wounds.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive assessments of patients with acute and chronic wounds, including medical history, physical examination, and diagnostic interpretation
• Develop, implement, and adjust individualized wound treatment plans using evidence-based practices
• Perform bedside procedures including:
  • Sharp and mechanical debridement
  • Dressing selection and application
  • Incision and drainage when indicated
  • Application of advanced wound therapies (e.g., negative pressure wound therapy, biologics, compression therapy)
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, labs, imaging, and vascular studies related to wound management
• Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with the scope of practice and clinic protocols
• Monitor wound healing progress and modify care plans as needed
• Work closely with the wound care nurse to ensure coordinated, team-based patient care
• Collaborate with physicians, specialists, home health agencies, and referring providers to ensure continuity of care
• Participate in interdisciplinary case reviews and care planning meetings
• Provide patient and caregiver education regarding wound prevention, care techniques, and healing expectations
• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete electronic medical record documentation
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, infection control protocols, and clinic policies
• Support quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice standards

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted state license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
• Board certification in NP or PA specialty
• DEA registration or ability to obtain
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience in wound care, dermatology, surgery, vascular care, or related field
• Proficiency in wound assessment and debridement techniques
• Strong clinical decision-making and procedural skills
• Strong interpersonal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Wound Care Certification (e.g., WCC, CWCN, CWON, or equivalent)
• Experience with advanced wound care modalities
• Experience working in an outpatient or specialty clinic setting