Physician Faculty Preceptor - FM/OB

MultiCare Health System•Puyallup, WA

About The Position

The Physician Faculty Preceptor role is part of the East Pierce Family Medicine (EPFM) Program, a community-based training program in Puyallup, Washington. EPFM trains well-rounded, compassionate, resilient physicians who advocate for wellness in their communities. The program is part of the University of Washington Family Practice Network and teaches third- and fourth-year medical students from the University of Washington, Washington State University, and Pacific Northwest University College of Osteopathic Medicine. The program includes osteopathic recognition and an addiction medicine fellowship, and offers a comprehensive, community-based family medicine education experience. The preceptor provides direct and indirect supervision of residents, fellows, and/or medical students in an outpatient teaching environment. The preceptor teaches in the clinic, seeing patients with learners when appropriate, and provides instruction and supervision within their area of clinical expertise. This position requires hospital and obstetrical call. The role is PRN, with a days shift and schedule.

Requirements

Board certification by the American Board of Family Medicine or American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians is specified for the FM/OB role; the position summary also lists board certification in an eligible primary specialty, including family medicine, internal medicine, emergency medicine, general surgery, orthopedics, Med/Peds, OBGYN, or another ABMS-approved specialty acceptable to the Program Director.
Unrestricted Washington State medical license by the time of employment.
Demonstrated interest in teaching and patient care, including obstetrics.
DEA, NPI, and prescriptive authority.
Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification from the American Heart Association.
Certification or experience in the primary specialty acceptable to the Program Director.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of relevant clinical experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise care provided by residents, fellows, and/or medical students in an ambulatory environment.
Provide direct supervision for procedures performed by learners within the preceptor’s areas of clinical expertise.
Complete chart documentation for teaching and supervisory activities within the timeframe determined by the Program Director.
Provide subject matter expertise and consultation to learners within the preceptor’s areas of clinical expertise.
At the Program Director’s discretion, contribute to the development of educational modules and curricular tools within the preceptor’s areas of clinical expertise.
Teach in the clinic environment and see patients with learners when appropriate.
Participate in hospital and obstetrical call.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package, including sign-on and relocation.
Medical insurance.
Dental insurance.
Annual leave and paid time off.
CME.
Retirement benefits.
Malpractice insurance, including tail coverage.
Generous time off.
Student loan repayment and leadership opportunities.
Research opportunities, including industry-sponsored clinical trials and investigator-initiated research with Research Institute staff.
Wellness program with dedicated mental health services, leadership coaching, and wellness coaching.
Flexible scheduling.
Leadership development, mentorship, and continued professional growth opportunities.
Physician and APP Well-Being Program.
Resource Groups and outreach programs supporting belonging.