Job Description

Gynecology & Surgical First Assist Physician Assistant (PA)

High Lakes Gynecology is seeking a compassionate, team-oriented Gynecology & Surgical First Assist Physician Assistant (PA) with a passion for women's health. Whether you're an experienced PA or a new graduate with the desire, dedication, and commitment to learning the specialty long term, we invite you to explore this unique opportunity. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive gynecologic care in a collaborative, team-based setting, while also serving as trained surgical backup in the OR for a range of gynecologic procedures. This is a rewarding position for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and values deep patient relationships, professional collaboration, and lifelong learning.

Please note: This position is focused on gynecology and does not include obstetrics.

Benefit Highlights

• Compensation: $130,000 $180,000 annually (base + production)
• Sign-On Bonus & Loan Repayment: Up to $30,000
• Benefits: Comprehensive package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), CME stipend, paid time off, and malpractice coverage

Work Schedule:

• Primarily outpatient clinic hours, 4-day work week, Monday through Friday.
• OR days as scheduled based on team and surgical need (estimated 4 days/month)

What You'll Do

Outpatient Gynecology Primary Focus

• Evaluate and manage a wide range of gynecologic conditions including abnormal uterine bleeding, pelvic pain, infections, menopause, and contraception.
• Conduct well-woman exams and provide preventive care and health counseling.
• Order and interpret labs and imaging, and develop evidence-based treatment plans.
• Collaborate closely with our gynecology physicians, nursing staff, and administrators to ensure seamless, patient-centered care.
• Educate and empower patients to understand their health and treatment options.
• Maintain clear and timely documentation in the electronic health record system.

Surgical First Assist Secondary, As Needed

• Serve as first assist in gynecologic surgical procedures including laparoscopic, vaginal, and open cases.
• Support preoperative planning and postoperative care coordination.
• Maintain sterile technique and promote surgical efficiency and safety during procedures.
• Participate in OR days as needed (estimated 4 days per month).

Bend, Oregon

Tucked into the eastern foothills of the Cascade Mountains, Bend, Oregon is where rugged natural beauty meets sophisticated small-town charm. With over 300 days of sunshine annually and a panoramic backdrop of snow-capped peaks, it's a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and creative spirits alike. The Deschutes River winds through the heart of the city, inviting fly-fishers, paddleboarders, and sunset strollers to its banks, while the nearby high desert and alpine wilderness offer world-class skiing, mountain biking, rock climbing, and hikingall within minutes of downtown.

Yet Bend is more than a gateway to adventure; it's a cultural destination in its own right. Its walkable, art-filled downtown is lined with gourmet eateries, award-winning breweries, boutique shops, and wellness studios. Local farmers markets, live music, and craft fairs bring the community together year-round, while a vibrant culinary and craft beer scene reflect the city's creative energy and commitment to quality. Whether sipping a locally roasted coffee on a crisp morning or soaking in the alpenglow from a rooftop bar, visitors quickly discover what locals already knowlife in Bend is beautifully balanced between nature, nourishment, and inspiration.

Minimum Qualifications

Required

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
• NCCPA certification and unrestricted PA license in Oregon (or eligibility)
• DEA license and prescriptive authority (or ability to obtain)
• Strong clinical judgment, interpersonal communication, and teamwork skills

Preferred

• Prior experience in gynecology, women's health, urgent care, or surgical specialties
• Surgical first assist experience or training (willing to train highly motivated candidates)
• Confidence in managing patient panels with appropriate physician collaboration
• A growth mindset and commitment to advancing your clinical skill set

About Us

High Lakes Gynecology in Bend, Oregon is a trusted, patient-centered clinic dedicated exclusively to women's health. As part of the Praxis Health network, the clinic offers comprehensive gynecologic care across all stages of lifefrom adolescence through menopause and beyond. With a focus on individualized care, the team provides services including preventive exams, management of complex gynecologic conditions, and minimally invasive surgical procedures. Known for its compassionate providers and collaborative approach, High Lakes Gynecology combines clinical excellence with the personalized touch of a community-based practice in the heart of Central Oregon.

Praxis Health is the Pacific Northwest's leading independent healthcare network, providing the highest levels of individualized patient care. We are not big-box health care, rather a family of primary care and specialty clinics throughout Oregon, Washington, and Idaho. Providing a small clinic environment, uncommon provider autonomy, and an umbrella of administrative support services, it's the best of all worlds.

With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care, which all starts with putting patients and families at the forefront. Our efforts focus not only on providing exceptional patient care, but also on the wellness services and community outreach that engage and empower the people we serve to take charge of their health. All delivered by a team of mission driven physicians, employees, and administrators the best minds and the biggest hearts to help ensure the safest, highest quality of care for all.

General Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Work Environment: Combination of medical office and exam/procedure room settings.

Equal Opportunity Statement

EOE Disabled/Veteran

Praxis Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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