Advanced Practice General Surgery Opening in Astoria OR
Updated 10/16/26
Astoria, Oregon, United States
Physician Assistant
Surgery-General
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MPAS/MHS/MMSc/MPH
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
APP General Surgery opening in Oregon
Full time
Astoria, OR
Clinic & OR | Monday–Friday | Up to 10 Days of Call/Month | Relocation Assistance
An established General Surgery team in Astoria, Oregon is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join a busy rural surgical practice. This position offers a combination of outpatient clinic and operating room responsibilities with significant clinical autonomy and close collaboration with experienced surgeons. The incoming APP will practice at a 25-bed Critical Access Hospital serving communities throughout Oregon's northern coast.
Position Highlights
Full-time, permanent General Surgery APP opportunity
Combination of clinic and operating room responsibilities
Dedicated clinic days and scheduled OR block time
Monday–Friday schedule
Up to 10 days of call per month
Busy rural General Surgery practice
Broad variety of bread-and-butter General Surgery cases
Work alongside multiple experienced surgeons
Supportive surgical team with a strong emphasis on teaching
Significant clinical autonomy
Collaborative relationship with a major academic medical center
Opportunity to make a direct impact within a community-based surgical program
Clinical Responsibilities
Evaluate new General Surgery patients
Conduct follow-up visits
Perform preoperative evaluations
Provide postoperative care
Participate in operating room and surgical care
Assist with management of a broad range of General Surgery conditions
Coordinate care throughout the surgical process
Collaborate closely with surgeons, nursing staff, and other specialties
Provide independent patient management within the APP scope of practice
Compensation & Benefits
Guaranteed base salary
Annual quality incentives
Relocation assistance provided
Annual CME stipend
Paid educational leave
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Paid sick time
Comprehensive benefits package
Retirement plan options
Employer retirement contributions/match
Strong clinical and administrative support
Qualifications
Physician Assistant/Associate or Nurse Practitioner
Minimum 2 years of surgical PA/NP experience required
Active, unrestricted Oregon professional license
Active, unrestricted DEA registration
Current American Heart Association ACLS certification
For Physician Assistants/Associates:
Master's or bachelor's degree and completion of an accredited PA program
Current NCCPA certification
Active, unrestricted Oregon Physician Associate license
For Nurse Practitioners:
Master's, post-master's, or doctoral degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
Appropriate Oregon NP licensure and certification
Hospital & Surgical Environment
25-bed Critical Access Hospital
Independent, nonprofit healthcare organization
Full-service hospital serving Oregon's northern coast
More than 900 employees
Medical staff of more than 100 physicians and Advanced Practice Providers
Broad surgical, medical, and Primary Care specialty support
Established academic healthcare collaboration
Growing regional hospital and outpatient network
Strong emphasis on person-centered care
About Astoria & the Northern Oregon Coast
Astoria combines the character of a historic coastal community with immediate access to the outdoor recreation of the Pacific Northwest.
Located along Oregon's spectacular northern coast
Hiking and cycling
Fishing and kayaking
Surfing and kiteboarding
Beachcombing and tide-pooling
Golf and other year-round recreation
Vibrant local restaurant and arts scene
Festivals, history, and family-friendly activities
Excellent opportunity for an experienced surgical APP seeking a broad General Surgery practice, clinical autonomy, strong physician mentorship, and a coastal Oregon lifestyle
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