Description

About Us

Washington Permanente Medical Group (WPMG) is a clinician-led, self-governed and independent multi-specialty group practice, providing care to the more than 700,000 Kaiser Permanente patients in Washington state. We work unencumbered by traditional health care obstacles and without silos; prioritizing people over profits, collaboration over ego, and driven by a singular goal: our patients' health. At WPMG, we take care of the whole person, with a team to address the fundamental, social, and emotional needs that contribute to total health. We are clinicians motivated by the desire to make a purposeful difference in the communities we serve, and in how health care is delivered.

We are looking for people to join us who understand that being a leader doesn't always come with a job title; it's about who you are, what you believe, and how you show up every day.

• People who work to know, respect, and guide their colleagues and patients.
• People who focus on serving their team and the people they take care of by inspiring, including and holding themselves and each other accountable for everything they do.
• People who have the courage to commit, improve, and work with others to find solutions to help make this the best place to give care and the best place to get care.

Summary

Kaiser Permanente - Washington Permanente Medical Group is seeking Salaried Locums Hospitalists to join our team based at Swedish Medical Center and KP Central Hospital Inpatient Service Unit in Seattle, Washington.

Washington Permanent Medical Group (WPMG) hospitalists care for Kaiser Permanente of Washington (KPWA) patients at Swedish First Hill with a wide variety of medical issues. WPMG hospitalists are available 24 hours a day to admit, provide excellent, personalized medical care, act as intermediaries for Kaiser Permanente of Washington patients along with subspecialty consultants. WPMG hospitalists will also arrange appropriate follow up care including appointments at discharge. WPMG hospitalists care for Kaiser Permanente of Washington patients with cardiac and neurologic issues at the Swedish Cherry Hill campus. WPMG hospitalists work closely with our Cardiologists and Neurosurgeons to provide comprehensive care. Our hospitalists also work with Swedish Neurology teams to provide full spectrum care in the case of stroke.

Central Hospital Inpatient Service Unit (CHIPS) provides medical and surgical inpatient services with the addition of telemetry for low acuity patients. Physician care is administered by an Internal Medicine Hospitalist team, Surgeons and Consultative Specialists. Radiology, laboratory and pharmacy services are available 24 hours a day. Bedside nursing care is supplemented by respiratory, physical, occupational and speech therapists as well as dietary services and social work/discharge planning. Hospitalist duties involve admitting medicine patients, providing expert consultation for the surgical, other specialty and Urgent Care patients in need of medicine consultation and cross cover of admitted patients.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary Range: $311,939 to $330,289 (salary will be prorated based on FTE, new hire salaries will be based on factors such as education, training and experience.)
• Market-leading health Benefits (medical only, dental not included)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Annual Education Leave Allowance
• Employer Paid Malpractice & Tail Coverage

Community

Seattle is a vibrant seaport city nestled between Puget Sound and Lake Washington, offering the perfect blend of natural beauty, economic opportunity, and cultural richness. With over 750,000 residents, it's the largest city in both Washington state and the Pacific Northwest. Seattle is home to global industry leaders like Amazon, Microsoft, Starbucks, Costco, and Alaska Airlines. Known for its innovation, outdoor lifestyle, and dynamic neighborhoods, Seattle attracts those seeking both career growth and an exceptional quality of life. With stunning views, top-tier healthcare and education, and a thriving arts and food scene, Seattle truly offers something for everyone.

We are dedicated to building lifetime relationships with peers and patients throughout Washington State's many vibrant and unique communities. Many know the Pacific Northwest as an attractive tourist destination with beautiful scenery, friendly people, and a host of cultural and recreational opportunities. These elements, among others, make Washington an excellent place to live.

Our Inclusive Workforce

Washington Permanente Medical Group (WPMG) is committed to an inclusive workforce culture. WPMG has a focus on supporting all our physicians and professional staff in an inclusive environment, identifying community healthcare disparities, and providing education and tools in order to provide culturally responsive care in order to mitigate these disparities. If you have an interest in joining our inclusive workforce culture, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our mission to improve the health of our members and communities that we serve.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, marital status, physical or mental disability, age, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.

Qualifications

Education

Medical Degree MD/DO or better.

Licenses & Certifications

DEA License
WA Medical License

Experience

BE/BC Internal Medicine or BE/BC Family Medicine + Completion of one of the following Hospital Fellowship or Hospitalist track during Family Medicine residency + minimum of 3 consecutive years Hospitalist experience or 5 years Hospitalist experience in the last 10 years
Minimally 3+ years experience as a Hospitalist.
All applicants must have an unrestricted Washington State Medical License and Federally Issued DEA license. All applicants must possess a full range of clinical skills and an interest in working with an innovative group practice.