What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician Assistant - OB/GYN position at PeaceHealth?
Job Description
Description
Job Title
Physician Assistant – OB-GYN
Location | Bellingham, Washington
Job Summary
PeaceHealth is seeking a compassionate and skilled Physician Assistant (PA) to join our OB-GYN team in Bellingham, Washington. This position offers the opportunity to provide high-quality women’s health care across the lifespan in a collaborative, patient-centered environment. The PA will work closely with OB-GYN physicians and interdisciplinary care teams to deliver comprehensive outpatient (and potential inpatient) services.
Core Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive women’s health care, including gynecologic and obstetric services, under physician collaboration
- Conduct patient histories, physical exams, assessments, and develop treatment plans
- Manage routine gynecologic care, prenatal and postpartum visits, and contraceptive counseling
- Assist in surgical procedures and support surgical care as appropriate
- Order, interpret, and communicate diagnostic test results
- Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment options, preventive care, and wellness
- Document care accurately and timely in the electronic medical record
- Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and care teams to ensure continuity of care
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and follow evidence-based clinical guidelines
Requirements:
- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
- Current or eligible Washington State Physician Assistant license
- NCCPA certification
- DEA registration (or ability to obtain)
- BLS certification
Preferred:
- Prior experience in OB-GYN or women’s health (new graduates with strong interest encouraged to apply)
- Experience working in a team-based, integrated healthcare system
Skills & Attributes
- Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Cultural sensitivity and dedication to health equity
About Bellingham:
Bellingham, WA is the perfect blend of endless outdoor recreation, urban living, strong schools, great shopping & cuisine, and so much more! These amenities are surrounded by incredible scenery, from the sea to the mountains and the rainforest, making this community an amazing place to live. Head to Mount Baker for a day in the snow. Tour the San Juan Islands by sea kayak or sailboat. Trek the North Cascades on foot. Stay in town to explore the shops and cafes of historic Fairhaven and Downtown and then catch a show at Mount Baker Theater – you can do it all in Bellingham!
Compensation & Benefits
- 0-3 YOE: $68.08/hr., $141,606.40 annually; 3-5 YOE: $71.36/hr., $148,428.80 annually; 5-10 YOE: $75.11/hr., $156,228.80 annually; 10 YOE: $85.47/hr., $177,777.60 annually
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time off
- CME allowance
For more information contact Skyler Brown at sbrown14@peacehealth.org
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Salary : $141,606 - $177,778