FM Physician - DO/MD
About The Position
Bring Your Heart for Service to a Community Where Your Work Truly Matters! The Puyallup Tribal Health Authority (PTHA) is more than a healthcare provider — we are a wellness community rooted in respect, culture, and service to the Indigenous population we are honored to serve. Our work is grounded in community values and our team is united by a shared commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care. We are seeking a dedicated Family Medicine Physician (MD or DO) who will provide comprehensive, high-quality healthcare services in an ambulatory care setting. In this role, you will deliver medical care to a diverse patient population, support the education of future healthcare providers, and contribute to the overall mission of advancing wellness within the Indigenous community. This position is ideal for a provider who values relational care, appreciates the cultural context of medicine, and thrives in a collaborative team environment. If you have a heart to serve, a passion for equitable and culturally respectful healthcare, and a desire to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to consider joining our team.
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 with 5+ years post-residency or Board certified in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine with completion of a Geriatrics Fellowship.
- Current ACLS and/or PALS and/or ALSO certification.
- Experience with Electronic Health Records.
- Experience teaching or precepting medical residents.
- Commitment to teamwork, cultural humility, ethical standards, and high-quality care.
- A genuine heart for service and respect for the Indigenous community.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate, diagnose, and treat a wide range of medical, obstetric, psychiatric, and surgical conditions within your scope of credentialing.
- Provide compassionate health education and counseling to patients and families.
- Make referrals to specialists and ensure appropriate follow-up care.
- Work closely with a supportive team of medical providers, precepting mid-level clinicians as needed.
- Participate in after-hours on-call rotation and provide backup consultation to fellow PTHA providers.
- Engage in Peer Review, quality improvement initiatives, and organizational reporting processes.
- Serve as a preceptor for medical students and residents, supporting the PTHA Family Medicine Residency Program.
- Collaborate with medical schools as adjunct faculty when available.
- Perform hospital rounding for PTHA patients as scheduled (rounding only).
- Maintain accurate, timely charting and uphold HIPAA and organizational confidentiality standards.
- Demonstrate professionalism, self-care, and respect for Indigenous cultures, traditions, and values.
- Support infection control protocols and safety requirements.
Benefits
- Supportive environment that values a healthy work/life balance
- Medical/Dental/Vision monthly premiums paid 100% by PTHA for employees (health coverage begins the first of the month following hire date)
- (13) annual leave (vacation) days + (13) annual sick leave days
- (18+) annual paid holidays including a birthday holiday
- 401(k) with annual profit-sharing contributions after (2) years of service
- Life and AD&D insurance coverage
- Have student loans? PTHA is an approved loan repayment site for various student loan programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
