APP - General Surgery OpportunityLocation: Astoria, Oregon•Established General Surgery team seeking an experienced Physician Associate (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) to provide comprehensive surgical care. •Opportunity to practice in a 25-bed critical access hospital serving the Northern Oregon Coast. •Collaborative environment focused on high-quality outpatient and surgical care with a strong emphasis on work-life balance. Practice Details•Monday-Friday schedule with up to 10 days of call per month. •Dedicated clinic days and OR block time. •Busy rural general surgery practice with a variety of bread-and-butter surgical cases. •Autonomy to see new patients, follow-ups, and pre-/post-operative consultations. •Work collaboratively with multiple surgeons who are supportive and enjoy teaching. •Opportunity to make a direct and positive impact on patient care in a close-knit community. Compensation & Benefits•Guaranteed base salary with annual quality incentives. •Relocation assistance provided. •Annual CME stipend with paid educational leave. •Paid time off, holidays, and sick time. •Comprehensive benefits package. •Retirement plan options with employer matching contributions. Required Qualifications•Minimum 2 years of surgical PA/NP experience. •Active, unrestricted Oregon PA or NP license. •Active, unrestricted DEA certificate. •Current ACLS certification through the American Heart Association. Physician Associate Requirements:•Master's or bachelor's degree from an ARC-PA-approved program. •Current NCCPA certification. •Active, unrestricted Oregon Physician Associate license. Nurse Practitioner Requirements:•Master's, post-master's, or doctoral degree from a nurse practitioner program accredited by CCNE or ACEN. Community Highlights - Astoria, Oregon•Located along the scenic Northern Oregon Coast with beautiful natural surroundings. •Offers a combination of small-town living, a vibrant arts and restaurant scene, history, festivals, and family-friendly activities. •Easy access to outdoor recreation including hiking, beachcombing, fishing, golfing, cycling, kayaking, surfing, hunting, kiteboarding, and tide-pooling. •A supportive environment offering opportunities for both professional and personal growth.
