Description

You've invested years developing the skills to provide exceptional care - and our model is designed to support you in doing just that. At Washington Permanente Medical Group, our physicians benefit from comprehensive practice and administrative support that allows them to focus on what matters most: their patients. From managing follow-up instructions and patient emails to helping connect patients with social services, we take care of many of the non-clinical responsibilities for you.

Washington Permanente Medical Group (WPMG) is the clinician-led medical group that provides care exclusively for Kaiser Permanente members in Washington state. With over 1,300 clinicians across more than 30 specialties, WPMG is one of the largest and most respected multi-specialty group practices in the Pacific Northwest.

Summary

Kaiser Permanente - Washington Permanente Medical Group (WPMG) is seeking a full-time salaried locum (1.0 FTE) Physiatrist, Spine Clinic Physician to join our Spine Clinic team based in Puyallup, WA on a temporary basis. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of an integrated care delivery system that prioritizes evidence-based medicine, patient-centered care, and physician collaboration.

Core Components of this position include:

• Evaluating and managing patients in the outpatient clinic at all points in the care continuum.
• The population of patients ranges from acute spinal problems to more chronic conditions.
• Primarily diagnostic workups and treatment plans.
• Some longitudinal management is a part of the practice but not an expectation.
• Close relationship with our neurosurgery group who conducts all of our spine surgeries.
• You would also work with associated specialties such as the anesthesia pain clinic who do all of our fluoroscopic injections and pain procedures.
• You would not be expected to manage chronic pain patients on opioids. You would not be expected to prescribe opioids except in unusual circumstances that are appropriate.
• This is a Non-Operative Spine Clinic position where fluoroscopically guided injections or interventions are not part of the position. There is potential for in-office injections with ultrasound, but this is not required.
• No call or inpatient rounding.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary Range: $297,995 to $350,582 (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

Qualifications

• Required: Board Certified or Board Eligible Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
• Required: Completed a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Residency
• Ability to obtain: Unrestricted Federal DEA
• Ability to obtain: WA State Medical License

Community

Puyallup blends small-town charm with easy access to big-city conveniences. Located just 10 miles southeast of Tacoma, this vibrant community is known for its historic downtown, scenic parks, and the famous Washington State Fair-the largest in the state. Residents enjoy a variety of local shops, farmers markets, excellent schools, and a strong sense of community. With quick access to outdoor recreation in Mt. Rainier National Park and a convenient Sounder train station for commuting to Seattle, Puyallup offers a balanced lifestyle with the best of both urban and suburban living.

We are dedicated to building lifetime relationships with peers and patients in Washington State's richly diverse 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, and 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 the 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

Experience

Residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

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.