DSHS ESH Physician Assistant Certified

State of Washington$117K — $192K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Valid Physician Assistant, Certified license from the Medical Quality Assurance Commission.

Responsibilities

  • Provide medical care including physical examinations and diagnoses.
  • Evaluate and interpret laboratory, imaging, and EKG results.
  • Determine appropriate treatment plans and arrange referrals.
  • Lead and direct licensed nursing staff in treatment delivery.
  • Maintain accurate chart documentation and billing records.
  • Collaborate in creating patient treatment plans as part of the treatment team.
  • Participate in committees for regulatory compliance and process improvements.

Benefits

  • Standard working hours: Monday - Friday, 07:30 am - 04:00 pm.
  • Opportunity for career advancement within the Dept. of Social and Health Services.
  • Supportive team environment focused on mental health care.
Full Job Description
Salary : $117,336.00 - $192,312.00 Annually
Location : Spokane County - Medical Lake, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Job Number:
Department: Dept. of Social and Health Services
Division: BHHA
Opening Date: 07/24/2026
Closing Date: 8/9/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Description

DSHS Physician Assistant Certified

We seek a Certified Physician's Assistant to join the team at in Medical Lake, WA. The starting salary for this opportunity is $192,312 annually.

The work hours are Monday - Friday 07:30 am - 04:00 pm.

In this role, you will provide direct medical care to an assigned caseload of patients on the Adult, Geropsychiatric, or Forensic services unit. You will also assess, diagnose, and provide medical treatment to patients admitted to the hospital.

Some of what you'll do:
  • Provide medical care to patients including physical examinations and establishing medical diagnoses
  • Provide appropriate evaluations and interpretation of laboratory, imaging, and EKG results
  • Determine appropriate treatment and arrange for referrals if needed
  • Lead/direct licensed nursing staff in the provision of treatment for medical illness/injury
  • Complete required chart documentation and billing documents
  • Participate as a member of the treatment team in creating the treatment plan for each patient
  • Committee involvement to meet regulatory requirements and support process improvements.

Who should apply?
Professionals with:

  • A valid Physician Assistant, Certified license provided by the Medical Quality Assurance Commission

How to apply
Please include current contact information for three professional references and attach the following with your application:
  • A current chronological resume
  • A cover letter
  • Three or more professional references

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