Emergency Department Physician Assistant Per diem

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Provide high-quality emergency medical care, including evaluation, treatment, and disposition of patients.

Work collaboratively with attending physicians to manage a broad spectrum of emergency conditions.

Ensure effective patient handoffs and communication with consultants, hospitalists, and other care teams.

Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes.

Shifts:

11:00 PM - 8:00 AM

Start Date:

Spring 2025

We are seeking two Per Diem Physician Assistants (PA-C) to join our collaborative and high-performing Emergency Department team in Seattle. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside experienced Emergency Physicians in a dynamic and well-supported environment.

• Work side-by-side with dedicated night Emergency Physicians on overnight shifts.
• 24,000 annual visits in a moderate-acuity urban ED.
• Exceptional specialty support for seamless patient care.
• Comprehensive Stroke Center with onsite Neurohospitalists.
• Regional Hyperbaric Medicine Referral Center, offering unique clinical exposure.

• Certification as a Physician Assistant (PA-C) with prescriptive authority in the State of Washington.
• Required: Minimum one year of Emergency Medicine or Critical Care experience
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area. Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve.

This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth. Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.