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 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 13
- 09 27
- 10 11
- 10 25
- 11 08
- 11 22
- 11 06 (possible need)Additional August dates (if privileged in time):
- 08 16 (7a 7p)
- 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 monthWhat 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