NP or PA - Pre-Anesthesia Testing Clinic
Join our Pre-anesthesia Testing Clinic at PeaceHealth Medical Center in Springfield, Oregon. PeaceHealth at RiverBend is adding a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to the team. RiverBend is a Level II Trauma center and the largest hospital between Portland, Oregon and Sacramento, California.
About the role
A highly skilled clinician responsible for pre-operative risk telephone assessment and patient optimization in tandem with the anesthesiologist within the Anesthesia Clinic. This role integrates advanced clinical judgment, effective interdisciplinary communication, and comprehensive diagnostic evaluation to ensure patients are medically prepared for surgery and that perioperative teams receive timely, accurate readiness assessments.
Responsibilities
- Reviews medical histories for patients with key health-risk indicators to determine optimization status and confirm suitability for upcoming procedures.
- Performs onsite interpretation of pre-procedure EKGs and laboratory results in accordance with established clinical protocols.
- Orders additional diagnostic testing when indicated by chart review or medication assessment, including Cardiac Risk Stratification and other pre-operative evaluations.
- Works in partnership with the PAT Control Room and surgical teams to ensure timely review of elective procedures, including obtaining prior medical records and facilitating provider-to-provider case discussions when needed.
Schedule
Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Pay
Salary range: $154,897 - $185,307 (depending on experience)
Benefits
- Employment bonus
- Relocation assistance
- CME allowance
- Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
- Wellness programs
- Retirement plans
Location
The communities of Eugene and Springfield are located at the southern end of the Willamette Valley, also known as Oregon wine country. Two rivers run through the community—the Willamette River and McKenzie River—offering opportunities for biking, walking, or running on the Middle Fork trails. Springfield has a flourishing downtown and is fast becoming a must-visit for culinary experiences. Eugene, home of the University of Oregon, is minutes away.
PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend is a state-of-the-art regional medical center, leading in evidence-based hospital design and creating a patient-centered, healing environment with a strong focus on quality clinical outcomes and patient safety.