Family Medicine Physician - DO/MD
About The Position
Puyallup Tribal Health Authority (PTHA) is seeking a compassionate MD or DO to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care and help educate and mentor future healthcare providers. The physician evaluates, diagnoses, and treats a broad range of medical, obstetric, psychiatric, and surgical conditions within the scope of credentialing; educates patients and families; coordinates referrals; and ensures appropriate follow-up care. The role includes collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, precepting mid-level clinicians as needed, providing backup consultation to PTHA providers, and participating in an after-hours on-call rotation. The physician supports medical education and workforce development by precepting medical students and residents through the PTHA Family Medicine Residency Program and collaborating with medical schools as adjunct faculty when opportunities are available. Hospital responsibilities are limited to scheduled rounding for PTHA patients. The role also participates in peer review, quality improvement, and organizational reporting; maintains accurate and timely medical records; and follows HIPAA, confidentiality, infection prevention, organizational policy, and safety requirements. The position is based at Puyallup Tribal Health Authority in Tacoma, Washington. PTHA is a tribally operated, accredited healthcare organization rooted in Indigenous values and committed to community wellness. The physician is expected to practice with cultural humility and respect for Indigenous cultures, traditions, and values while fostering a welcoming, patient-centered healing environment. This is a full-time, exempt position with a hiring base salary range of $243,424.00–$250,726.72, plus applicable differentials. The position close date is November 10, 2026.
Requirements
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) from an accredited institution.
- Current license to practice medicine in Washington State.
- Board certified in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine.
- Current ACLS and/or PALS and/or ALSO certification.
- Experience with Electronic Health Records.
- Commitment to teamwork, cultural humility, ethical standards, and high-quality care.
- A genuine heart for service and respect for the Indigenous community.
Nice To Haves
- Experience teaching or precepting medical residents preferred.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate, diagnose, and treat a broad range of medical, obstetric, psychiatric, and surgical conditions within the scope of credentialing.
- Educate and counsel patients and families, coordinate referrals, and ensure appropriate follow-up care.
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
- Precept mid-level clinicians as needed and provide backup consultation to fellow PTHA providers.
- Participate in the after-hours on-call rotation.
- Precept medical students and residents through the PTHA Family Medicine Residency Program and collaborate with medical schools as adjunct faculty when opportunities are available.
- Perform scheduled hospital rounding for PTHA patients; hospital responsibilities are limited to rounding.
- Participate in peer review, quality improvement initiatives, and organizational reporting processes.
- Maintain accurate and timely medical records and comply with HIPAA, confidentiality requirements, infection prevention protocols, organizational policies, and safety standards.
- Practice with cultural humility and respect for Indigenous cultures, traditions, and values.
- Demonstrate sound professional judgment, accountability, and commitment to personal well-being and sustainable clinical practice.
Benefits
- PTHA pays 100% of employee monthly medical, dental, and vision premiums; coverage begins the first of the month following the hire date.
- 13 annual vacation days and 13 annual sick leave days.
- 18 or more paid holidays each year, including a birthday holiday.
- 401(k) plan with annual profit-sharing contributions after one year of service.
- Employer-provided life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage.
- Student loan assistance opportunities through several repayment programs for which PTHA is an approved site.
- Supportive work environment that values employee well-being, mutual respect, and work-life balance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
