General Surgery Physician Assistant
About the role
As our General Surgery Physician Assistant (PA), you will serve as a key member of the surgical services team at Centennial Surgery, a department of CHI Mercy Health—an institution nationally recognized as a Top 20 Rural & Community Hospital. Based in Southern Oregon, this full-time position offers an opportunity to deliver comprehensive clinical care primarily in an outpatient setting, complemented by inpatient post-op rounding, within a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. Please note that this role does not include operating room assisting. Every day you will provide high-quality patient care, focusing primarily on outpatient clinical management with scheduled inpatient post-op rounding to ensure a seamless experience for those undergoing general surgery services.
Schedule
Enjoy a Monday-through-Friday schedule with weekends off and no call responsibilities.
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality patient care in an outpatient clinical setting
- Perform scheduled inpatient post-op rounding
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive surgical services
- Demonstrate professional confidence in clinical judgment while remaining dedicated to ongoing clinical growth
- Deliver patient-centered care in a collegial, supportive environment
Requirements
- Master of Science from an ARC-PA accredited program
- NCCPA board certification
- Have or obtain an Oregon medical license and DEA certificate
Preferred Qualifications
- Clinical or non-clinical General Surgery work experience
Compensation
Competitive salary package ranging from $144,739 to $165,677 per year, with a signing bonus, relocation assistance, and annual CME allowance.
Benefits
- Malpractice insurance including tail coverage
- Robust benefits package to support well-being
- 28 days of vacation plus 5 days for CME each year
- Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) via the organization’s 501(c)(3) status
Work Location
CHI Mercy Health is a 174-bed community hospital and level 3 trauma center located in Roseburg, Oregon. Our team of surgeons provides a full range of general surgery services to Douglas County's 110,000+ residents. Roseburg offers small-town charm and access to breathtaking natural beauty with a mild Mediterranean-like climate.
Community Highlights
- World-class fishing on the North Umpqua River with steelhead and trout fishing
- Access to Oregon’s oldest fine wine region and award-winning wineries
- Outdoor adventures including hiking, white-water rafting, mountain biking, camping, and skiing
- Coastal proximity: less than 2 hours from the Pacific Ocean, with scenic beaches, crabbing, and the famous Bandon Dunes Golf Resort