Nurse Practitioner - General Surgery,Physician Assistant - General Surgery Job Richland area,Washington USA,Nursing

Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant – General Surgery (Richland, WA)
Coverage begins 09/01/2026 and offers a flexible schedule with inpatient clinic-only shifts (7a–7p or 7p–7a). You’ll join a surgical team supporting a Level 3 Pediatric Trauma center, with opportunities across September–November (plus select dates). Competitive pay packages, weekly pay via direct deposit (W-2), and comprehensive medical benefits are available—plus licensure/travel reimbursements when applicable.
Quick Facts

Location: 888 Swift Boulevard, Richland, WA 99352
Start Date: 09/01/2026
End Date/Duration: September–November shifts open (see dates below); possible additional need 11/30–12/06
Shift: Inpatient coverage; clinic only; 7a–7p or 7p–7a (availability for either required)
Hours/Week: Guaranteed 12 hours/day (provider min shifts 7–14)
Employment Type: Locums (contract)
License/Certs: Active or IMLC; DEA required
Experience: Must be able to perform pediatric surgeries (peds cases and consultation support)

Open Shift Dates (as of 06/09):

09/07–09/13
09/21–09/27
10/05–10/11
10/19–10/25
11/02–11/08
11/16–11/22
11/30–12/06 (possible need)
Additional August dates (if privileged in time):
08/10–08/16 (7a–7p)
08/24–08/30 (7p–7a)

Pay & Benefits

Pay package: Competitive pay packages
Weekly Pay: Weekly pay schedule via Direct Deposit (W-2)
Medical Benefits: Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
Referral Bonus: Robust referral bonus program
Time Off: Paid sick time in accordance with all applicable state/federal/local laws
Support: 24/7 dedicated team committed to your success throughout your time with VHS
Reimbursements: Licensure–certification–travel and other reimbursements when applicable
Hourly Rate: $1.00 (as listed)

What You’ll Do

Provide APP coverage for the surgical team in an inpatient setting supporting general surgery/trauma workflows
Support trauma surgery care, including pediatric trauma consultation and clinical decision support
Participate in care related to pediatric surgical cases (including comfort with consulting on peds cases)
Be available for clinic-only coverage during assigned shift times (7a–7p or 7p–7a)
Support procedures/case involvement as needed, including endoscopic appendectomy and/or an HMP (as applicable)
Collaborate with the team to manage a pediatric case load of fewer than 20 cases per month

What You Need
Required

Current CV uploaded with your bid/application
License: Active or IMLC
DEA: Required
Board status: BC only
Ability to perform pediatric surgeries and feel comfortable consulting on pediatric cases
Availability for shifts 7a–7p or 7p–7a (must be available for either schedule)

Preferred

Experience working in trauma surgery settings, including pediatric trauma support
Comfort with pediatric surgery consultation in a high-acuity environment (Level 3 pediatric trauma center)

About the Assignment
Join a leading facility in Richland, WA supporting a Level 3 Pediatric Trauma center. The assignment focuses on APP coverage for the surgical team with pediatric consultation support and involvement in select cases; the pediatric case load is typically less than 20 cases per month, but confidence with pediatric surgery is essential.

VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #Live Your Life #VHSRN

Nurse Practitioner - General Surgery, Physician Assistant - General Surgery