Physician - Surgical Hospitalist (Acute Care Surgery)

MultiCare Health System • Covington, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

You Belong Here. At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers, opportunities for growth, safe workplaces, and flexible schedules. We are connected by our mission - partnering and healing for a healthy future - and dedicated to the health and well-being of the communities we serve. FTE: 1.0, Shift: Day, Schedule: Variable Position Overview: Acute Care General Surgery coverage for two hospitals located approximately 10 miles apart in South King County: Auburn Medical Center (AMC) is a Level 3 Trauma Center Covington Medical Center (CMC) is a community hospital Details: Schedule :188 daytime shifts per year, split between the two hospitals Daytime shifts will be at one hospital at a time 10 Hour Day Shifts 61 nights (14 Hours) of at home call coverage per year Call coverage will cover AMC fully and CMC by phone only 30 minute response time to AMC required for trauma activations Minimal clinic responsibilities 2 + years post residency is preferred DaVinci Xi robots may be available for acute care cases Ideal candidate must be comfortable operating on cases independently What We Have to Offer Competitive compensation: Attractive salary with potential sign-on and relocation. Top-tier benefits: Medical, dental, CME, retirement plans, and malpractice insurance (including tail). Career growth: Student loan repayment, leadership training, and advancement opportunities. Innovation lab: Partner with our medical device incubator to develop cutting-edge healthcare solutions. Wellness support: Access to mental health services and wellness coaching. Pacific Northwest lifestyle: Enjoy stunning views and outdoor adventures in a vibrant community. For more information contact Peggy Andes @ [email protected]. #LI-PP1 Position Summary MultiCare is seeking an Acute Care Surgeon to join our well established, thriving program. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality care in an inpatient setting for the MultiCare Health System. It is a great opportunity to work in a collaborative environment and contribute to the growth of an integrated Acute Care Service with community partners across Puget Sound.Responsibilities • Coverage of assigned MHS facilities in South King County • Inpatient consults, ED consults, Rounding • In-basket Management • Manage Patient List • Perform bedside procedures • Urgent/emergent surgery • Post-Op clinic • APP/staff/resident Training and ongoing education Requirements • Board certified or board eligible (American Board of Medical Specialties or American Osteopathic Association) • WA state license required • DEA, NPI & prescriptive authority required • Trauma Certification, as per facility requirement • ACLS, ATLS & BLS for Healthcare providers – certification by AHA required • Robotics preferred, not required About Covington Medical Center MultiCare Covington Medical Center, a four-story, 58-bed hub, serves southeast King County with inpatient and outpatient surgical care, a birth center, primary and specialty care, urgent care, 24-hour Emergency Department, pharmacy, lab and imaging services. Clinicians benefit from a neighborhood-focused, team-oriented culture, delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a rapidly growing community. About the Covington Community Covington is a friendly King County community with easy access to Seattle, Kent, Auburn and Maple Valley. With over 150 acres of parks, trails, waterways and sports facilities — plus a year-round aquatic center — the city provides abundant outdoor and family-friendly activities. Covington combines small-town charm with convenience and connectivity, offering a strong sense of community and an exceptional quality of life. Why MultiCare? Rooted in the local community – Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years Growth and education – Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in your future Well-being and support – Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared for at work and in life Living our values – Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other Belonging for all – Employee Resource Groups, inclusion initiatives and outreach programs support a workplace where every voice is valued Pacific Northwest lifestyle – Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life Pay and Benefit Expectations We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $516,200.00 - $516,200.00 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align. Associated benefit information can be viewed here. MultiCare’s roots in the Pacific Northwest go back to 1882, with the founding of Tacoma’s first hospital. Over the years, we’ve grown from a Tacoma-centric, hospital-based organization into the largest, community-based, locally governed health system in the state of Washington. MultiCare's comprehensive system of health includes more than 300 primary, urgent, pediatric and specialty care locations across Washington, Idaho and Oregon, as well as 13 hospitals. We welcome patients from the entire Pacific Northwest region and our 20,000-plus team members — including employees, providers and volunteers — proudly care for the communities we serve. Without a doubt, our organization has changed over the years. But what has never changed, throughout our long history, has been our dedication to the health and wellness of the people of the Pacific Northwest. Guided by our mission, vision and values, we are on a continuous journey to deliver the services that our communities need, and to ensure access to those services, now and in the future. Join our talent network by creating a simple profile with us and we'll see if you're a fit for any current openings! Don't see an opening that fits your current preferences? 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Requirements

• Board certified or board eligible (American Board of Medical Specialties or American Osteopathic Association)
• WA state license required
• DEA, NPI & prescriptive authority required
• Trauma Certification, as per facility requirement
• ACLS, ATLS & BLS for Healthcare providers – certification by AHA required

Nice To Haves

• 2 + years post residency is preferred
• DaVinci Xi robots may be available for acute care cases
• Ideal candidate must be comfortable operating on cases independently
• Robotics preferred, not required

Responsibilities

• Coverage of assigned MHS facilities in South King County
• Inpatient consults, ED consults, Rounding
• In-basket Management
• Manage Patient List
• Perform bedside procedures
• Urgent/emergent surgery
• Post-Op clinic
• APP/staff/resident Training and ongoing education

Benefits

• Competitive compensation: Attractive salary with potential sign-on and relocation.
• Top-tier benefits: Medical, dental, CME, retirement plans, and malpractice insurance (including tail).
• Career growth: Student loan repayment, leadership training, and advancement opportunities.
• Innovation lab: Partner with our medical device incubator to develop cutting-edge healthcare solutions.
• Wellness support: Access to mental health services and wellness coaching.
• Pacific Northwest lifestyle: Enjoy stunning views and outdoor adventures in a vibrant community.
• Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in your future
• Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared for at work and in life

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed