Gynecology Nurse Practitioner!
High Lakes Gynecology | Praxis Health | Bend, Oregon
High Lakes Gynecology, part of Praxis Health, is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join our established gynecology practice in Bend, Oregon. This role is 100% gynecology, with no obstetrics, providing office-based evaluation and procedural care alongside our surgical gynecologists.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for a Nurse Practitioner with solid gynecology experience — a Women's Health NP certification is a plus, but not required if you have equivalent hands-on gyn experience as an NP.
Day-to-day, you'll be seeing patients independently and managing:
- Well woman exams
- Evaluation and treatment of abnormal/irregular uterine bleeding
- Management of PCOS and other menstrual disorders
- Colposcopy and biopsy, including endometrial and vulvar biopsy
- Hormone replacement therapy and menopausal symptom management
- Contraceptive counseling and management, including IUD and Nexplanon insertion/removal
- Evaluation and treatment of STIs
- Pessary fitting, removal, and cleaning
- Urinary incontinence evaluation
- Infertility counseling
- Minor in-office procedures (e.g., polypectomy, skin tag excision, treatment of condyloma)
Prior experience with colposcopy and office-based procedures is important.
Comfort with IUD/Nexplanon placement and biopsy procedures is expected from day one.
Practice Highlights
- 100% gynecology — no obstetrics
- Full-time, office-based role supporting a busy surgical gynecology practice
- Collaborative team including physicians, experienced clinical support staff, and administrative staff
- Established patient base with strong referral volume
- Physician-led practice environment with clinical autonomy
Qualifications
- Active NP license in Oregon (or ability to obtain)
- Certification as a Women's Health NP or FNP with demonstrated gynecology experience
- Current DEA registration or ability to obtain
- Current CPR/AED certification
- Colposcopy training/certification preferred
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary (specifics provided during interview process)
- 6 weeks paid time off
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
- Retirement plan, CME allowance, licensure, and DEA registration covered
- Relocation assistance available (amount discussed during offer stage)
Life in Bend
Life in Bend offers something few communities can match - a nationally recognized outdoor lifestyle paired with an exceptional quality of life and a thriving, welcoming community.
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 hiking—all 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 know - life in Bend is beautifully balanced between nature, nourishment, and inspiration.
High Lakes Gynecology
Since 2008, High Lakes Gynecology has provided comprehensive gynecologic care for women throughout Central Oregon. Located within our dedicated Hosmer Lake building on the Shevlin Park campus, the practice offers a full spectrum of office and surgical gynecology in a setting intentionally designed around women's health.
As part of High Lakes Health Care and Praxis Health, you'll practice alongside providers who believe medicine is built on lasting relationships, clinical autonomy, and doing what's right for each patient. Our physicians are supported by experienced nurses, medical assistants, and administrative professionals who allow providers to focus on delivering exceptional care rather than navigating unnecessary bureaucracy.
Praxis Health
Praxis Health is the Pacific Northwest's largest independent, physician-led healthcare network, caring for communities throughout Oregon, Washington, and Idaho.
Our mission is simple: deliver compassionate, relationship-centered care while empowering physicians to practice medicine the way they believe it should be practiced. We prioritize continuity, collaboration, and local decision-making over corporate bureaucracy, creating an environment where providers can focus on their patients while enjoying meaningful professional support and work-life balance.
If you're looking for a practice where your voice matters, your patients come first, and your career can thrive for years to come, we'd love to meet you.
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.
OSHA Category
This position performs tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids and/or tissues. All employees performing these duties are offered the opportunity to receive the Hepatitis-B vaccination series.