Physician Assistant - Colon & Rectal Surgery

About MultiCare Cancer Institute

MultiCare Cancer Institute is a physician-led, multi-specialty group within MultiCare Health System, delivering integrated hematology, oncology, radiation, surgical and supportive care across Washington state. Each year, we diagnose and treat more than 6,000 new cancer cases across Olympia, Spokane, Tacoma and Yakima.

We bring together advanced pathology, imaging and evidence-based treatment with holistic supportive services to provide personalized, high-quality cancer care. As we continue to grow, we are building the Pacific Northwest’s most comprehensive and high-value oncology network—projected to double in volume over

Launch a Career, Not Just a Job – Be Part of our Colon & Rectal Surgery Team at Allenmore Hospital in Tacoma, WA!

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Colorectal Surgery Nurse Practitioner or PA-C to join our team. This is a unique opportunity to be a foundational member of a specialty team and play a central role in advanced surgical care within MultiCare Cancer Institute.

This role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact by helping to build and grow a surgical practice in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Position Highlights

• Assist in surgical procedures in the operating room

• Conduct and manage outpatient clinic visits

• Provide pre- and post-operative care

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary clinical team

• Help establish workflows and best practices for a new specialty service line

This position offers variety, autonomy, and the chance to grow professionally within a well-supported hospital system.

Why Join Our Team

• Dynamic Role – Blend of OR assist, clinic care, and procedural support

• Shift Based Schedule – 4x10's w/day off TBD + shared call amongst team 180 shifts minimum per year

• Collaborative Environment – Shared office space, integrated clinical team, strong leadership support

• Top Notch Benefits– Sign on + relocation, 401k, full medical, dental, vision, and so much more!

• Ideal Location – Tacoma offers a rich blend of urban amenities and Pacific Northwest natural beauty

Why Tacoma Is a Fantastic Place to Work and Live:

• Regional Referral Hub–Tacoma serves as the healthcare center for the South Sound, providing strong colorectal case volume and diverse pathology.
• Major Metro Access, Balanced Lifestyle–Just 35 minutes from Seattle, offering metropolitan amenities with shorter commutes and a more manageable pace.
• Exceptional Quality of Life–Waterfront living, mountain access, and year-round outdoor recreation alongside a vibrant dining and arts scene.
• Family-Friendly Communities–Established neighborhoods, excellent school options, and a welcoming community atmosphere ideal for long-term roots.

For more information or to submit your CV, please contact:

Kate Esvelt at Kate.Esvelt@multicare.org

Position Summary

MultiCare Health System is seeking a Colorectal Surgical Oncology Physician Assistant to join our well-established, thriving and comprehensive practice. Providers at MultiCare are recognized as being among the best in the Inland Northwest Region. Here, you’ll find everything you need to excel in your job including outstanding facilities, comprehensive resources and talented teammates in partnering for healing and a healthy future.
Practicing within a National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer (NAPRC)-accredited program, you’ll work alongside colorectal surgeons and oncology teams to deliver personalized, evidence-based, and compassionate care.Responsibilities • First assist in surgical procedures and provide perioperative care. • Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including histories and physical exams. • Supports surgical oncologists in both inpatient and outpatient settings, contributing to improved access, continuity, and outcomes for oncology patients. • On call for practice and ER as needed for the practice. • Independently manages hospital-based care and outpatients. • Has specialized training or practice focused on surgical oncology, colorectal training preferred. • Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with colorectal surgical oncologists. • Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests and imaging. • Coordinates patient care with other specialties. • Supervises RN and MAs in the treatment of surgical patients. • Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, procedures, and recovery. • Participate in tumor boards, care conferences, and quality improvement initiatives. • Document all patient interactions and clinical decisions in the electronic medical record (EMR). • Stay current with best practices, emerging therapies, and clinical guidelines through continuing education and training. Requirements • Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program • Washington State Physician Assistant license by the time of employment • DEA, NPI & prescriptive authority • Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification by the American Heart Association

Why MultiCare Cancer Institute?

• Patient-centered care – Our oncology specialists, nurse navigators and support teams guide each patient with compassion, clarity and seamless coordination through every stage of their cancer journey

• Mission-driven impact – We’re dedicated to delivering high-value, personalized cancer care that truly makes a difference for the individuals and communities we serve

• Excellence at every level – We uphold rigorous standards for quality, safety and clinical expertise to ensure the best outcomes for our patients

• Values you can feel – Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration shape how we care for patients — and how we support one another as caregivers

• Pacific Northwest lifestyle – Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $190,270.00 - $195,464.00 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.