Trauma Surgery PA/NP (APP) Richland, WA
Join a locum inpatient trauma surgery team in Richland, Washington, with 12-hour day or night shifts and coverage needs for two weeks each month. This assignment offers weekly pay, comprehensive W-2 medical benefits, dedicated support, and the opportunity to contribute to care at a Level 3 Pediatric Trauma Center beginning in October 2026, with coverage noted for January 2027.
Quick Facts
- Location: Richland, WA
- Start Date: 10/16/2026
- End Date/Duration: Two weeks per month; end date not specified
- Shift: Inpatient, 12-hour shifts; 7:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m. 7:00 a.m.
- Hours/Week: Not specified; 12 guaranteed hours per day
- Employment Type: Locum tenens
- License/Certs: Active license or IMLC, DEA, and board certification required
- Experience: Experience performing pediatric surgeries required
Pay & Benefits
- Hourly Pay Rate: $1.00 per hour
- Competitive pay packages
- Weekly pay via direct deposit
- Comprehensive W-2 medical benefits
- Robust referral bonus program
- 24/7 dedicated team support
- Paid sick time in accordance with applicable laws
- Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable
What You ll Do
- Provide inpatient trauma surgery coverage as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner.
- Support the surgical team in evaluating and managing trauma patients.
- Perform or assist with pediatric surgical cases.
- Consult on pediatric trauma cases as needed.
- Participate in applicable surgical procedures, including endoscopic appendectomy cases.
- Provide coverage during assigned 12-hour day or night shifts.
- Collaborate with physicians and other members of the surgical care team.
What You Need
Required - Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner credentials appropriate for the assignment.
- Active state license or IMLC eligibility.
- DEA registration.
- Board certification.
- Demonstrated ability to perform pediatric surgeries.
- Availability to cover two weeks per month and either day or night shifts.
- Current CV submitted with application.
Preferred - No additional preferred qualifications were specified.
About the Assignment
You ll join the surgical team at a leading facility in Richland, Washington, supporting inpatient trauma services at a Level 3 Pediatric Trauma Center. Pediatric case volume is expected to be limited, but providers must be comfortable and competent consulting on pediatric cases and participating in appropriate surgical care.
VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ( EEO )/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply .
