Kittitas Valley Healthcare·Ellensburg, Washington
The APC provides comprehensive patient care including evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment within a vascular surgery team. This role involves a combination of outpatient clinic duties and procedural support.
Company DescriptionKittitas Valley Healthcare is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our growing Vascular Surgery team.
This role provides a mix of outpatient clinic, and procedural support alongside our collaborative vascular team.Why Join Us?Collegial, team-based vascular programOpportunity to grow procedural skillsSupportive leadership and APC-friendly practice modelAbout KVH & the Community:Kittitas Valley Healthcare (KVH) is an independent, rural healthcare organization dedicated to serving our community.
With a network of clinics, specialty services, and a critical access hospital, we provide compassionate care across all stages of life—from prenatal and birthing services to palliative and hospice care.However, what truly sets us apart is our dedicated team of more than 850 professionals who embody our mission of care, compassion, and healing.Located in the foothills of the beautiful Cascade Mountains in Ellensburg, WA., KVH offers the benefits of practicing in a welcoming and vibrant community with access to excellent schools, outdoor recreation, and a high quality of life.Benefits - KV HealthcareWhy Ellensburg & KVH?Easy access to hiking, biking, skiing, fly fishing, and trail runningNo commute stress—spend more time doing what you loveFour distinct seasons | 300 days of sunshine | vibrant farmers marketsFamily-friendly community with excellent schoolsHome to Central Washington University | arts, music, and Top 10-ranked rodeoWithin 1.5 hours of Seattle & BellevueJob DescriptionThe Advanced Practice Clinician (APC) is responsible for providing care to patients.
This includes evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and documentation.
The APC is an integral part of the patient care team of providers, nurses, and medical assistants.
QualificationsRequired Qualifications:Completion of appropriate license or certification (PA-C/ARNP)ACLS certification (maintenance required)Current CPR card (maintenance required)Preferred Qualifications:Previous exposure to clinic environmentAdditional InformationHighlights:Up to $50,000 in student loan repayment$2,500 CME allocations annually7% employer contribution pension plan (no match required)Up to $20,000 Relocation assistanceComprehensive benefit packages including medical, dental, vision, disability, and lifePaid malpractice and tail insuranceWage: Ranges between $136,011 to $147,110 plus Individual Productivity Incentives.
Actual wage will be based on years of applicable experience.
Candidates must hold a PA-C or ARNP license along with current ACLS and CPR certifications. Previous experience in a clinic environment is preferred.
Market context
In Washington, advanced-practice openings for Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants are often competitive because employers look for state licensure, current BLS and ACLS, EPIC proficiency, and recent clinical case documentation. These roles can move quickly when a candidate matches the required scope and charting expectations. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time versus reading the full posting, then prepare your 24-month case logs before applying.
