Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) Surgery Physician Assistant or Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner

Virginia Mason Medical Center in Seattle, Washington is recruiting a Certified Physician Assistant or ARNP to join our Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) Surgery team.

Virginia Mason Medical Center is seeking a Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) or Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) to join our Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) Surgery team. Our surgeons specialize  in liver, bile duct and pancreas surgery.  This role is primarily clinic-based, with the opportunity to participate in inpatient care on the surgical wards. The APP will play a key role in managing preoperative and postoperative HPB surgery patients, clinical-based procedures, developing care pathways, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure excellent patient outcomes.  

Position Highlights

• Clinic-focused role with the opportunity to participate in inpatient care as needed.
• Provider will manage a panel of non-surgical, preoperative, and postoperative patients, ensuring continuity of care for complex HPB conditions.
• Opportunity to perform office-based procedures.
• Work closely with a highly specialized liver, bile duct and pancreas surgery team consisting of four board-certified surgeons and one RN.
• Exposure to a broad spectrum of benign and malignant HPB conditions.
• Active involvement in medical education, working closely with medical students, general surgery residents, and an HPB surgery fellow. Teaching and mentoring trainees is a key component of this role.
• Collaborative and mentorship-driven environment with access to regional and national conferences and tumor boards.
• Potential to participate in clinical research and publication

Nurse Practitioner (ARNP):

• Washington State Registered Nurse License and Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner License required.
• DEA and NPI numbers may be required, along with prescriptive authority.
• Strong foundation in surgical patient management, anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology.
• Experience in surgical oncology, gastroenterology, or HPB surgery preferred.

Physician Assistant (PA-C):

• Certification as a Physician Assistant with prescriptive authority in Washington State.
• Strong clinical skills with the ability to work autonomously in a high-acuity surgical setting.
• Prior experience in pre and postoperative management of general surgery, surgical oncology, or hepatobiliary surgery preferred.

Team & Program Details

• The HPB Surgery team consists of four board-certified surgeons and one RN, working within the broader General Surgery division and the General Surgery Residency Program at Virginia Mason Medical Center.
• Our team provides tertiary-level HPB care, including robotic, laparoscopic, and open surgery.
• The program emphasizes mentorship, education, professional growth, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Why Join Us?

• Become part of a leading HPB surgery program with a focus on excellence and innovation.
• Work alongside experienced HPB surgeons in a highly specialized and supportive environment.
• Competitive salary, benefits, and continuing education opportunities.
• Opportunity to shape and grow the program, with access to research, education, and leadership opportunities.

Apply Today!

If you are passionate about HPB surgery and want to be part of a dynamic and collaborative team, we encourage you to apply.

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Virginia Mason Franciscan Health 

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.

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Located in the Pacific Northwest, Seattle is an area with a mild climate year-round and close to the great outdoors where we enjoy an abundance of activities with our close proximity to the waters of Puget Sound and surrounding mountains. City life and cultural activities are also thriving. With a variety of neighborhoods and areas to work and live, there are many choices for the type of lifestyle you'd like to enjoy.

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.