Hospital Medicine Physician Assistant

About the role

We believe in bringing "better" to our local community in Vancouver: better care, better collaboration, and a deep commitment to the people we serve. If you're looking for a role that supports your professional growth and your connection to a vibrant community, we’d love to talk.

Qualifications

• Certified Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP preferred)
• WA license or ability to become licensed
• A minimum of 1 year of previous hospitalist experience as an Advanced Practice Provider; we cannot consider new grads for this position
• Authorized to work in the United States

Key Responsibilities

• Our hospital has a closed ICU with 24/7 intensivist support, and we don’t require procedures or codes.

Scheduling

• We offer a standard 7-days-on, 7-days-off schedule.
• Other flexible schedule options may also be available.
• We support one another by covering shifts when needed.

Living and Working in Vancouver

Vancouver isn’t just where we work—it’s where we live and enjoy the perfect balance of urban convenience and natural beauty. With its scenic parks, easy access to the Columbia River, and vibrant downtown, Vancouver offers a welcoming community and plenty of outdoor opportunities. Whether you’re exploring local trails, enjoying cultural events, or relaxing in a family-friendly neighborhood, Vancouver is a place where you can truly call home.

Values in Action

• Uncompromising Care: You deliver thoughtful, evidence-based care across diverse inpatient populations. We support you with tools and workflows that enhance your clinical impact because every patient deserves excellence.
• Collaboration: You are part of a tightly integrated team of APPs and physicians who work in partnership with nurses, specialists, and case managers to ensure coordinated, efficient care throughout the hospital stay.
• Accountability: You lead with intention, owning your role in shaping patient care, mentoring peers, and contributing to performance across key metrics like length of stay, readmissions, and patient satisfaction.
• Ingenuity & Empathy: You bring steady leadership and innovative thinking to complex clinical and operational challenges, balancing precision with compassion for patients, families, and your team.

Career Path

• Trainee
• Practicing
• Single-site Leadership
• Multi-site Leadership
• Specialty Leadership

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Rewards

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Match & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Wellness Programs (Kaia Health, Maven, Real Appeal)
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• 401K with company match
• CME Reimbursement
• Mental Health Counseling
• Continuing Education & Professional Licensing Support