Staff Physician

Job Description

Searching for a Primary Care Provider – an enthusiastic and adaptable family medicine provider or internist – who feels at ease working in an inpatient psychiatric environment.

Working collaboratively with various disciplines, you will play a pivotal role in advocating for the physical and medical needs of our patients. This involves delivering treatment to a diverse adult patient population, including individuals with forensic, geriatric, and disability-related challenges. Your focus will be on fostering patient relationships and delivering patient-centered medical care, with the ultimate goal of facilitating a healthy transition back into the community for residents.

Role Responsibilities:

• Directly oversee, evaluate, and administer primary medical assessments, diagnoses, and treatments, including prescribing necessary medications.
• Conduct admission and physical examinations, and interpret laboratory tests.
• Provide preventive maintenance care and devise treatment plans.
• Review medical histories, diagnostic tests, medication regimens, and clinical diagnostic procedures.
• Conduct daily rounds, assess and manage the onset of new medical issues.
• Implement health prevention guidelines and coordinate referrals to specialized consultants within the team.
• Perform minor surgical procedures, respond to emergency medical situations, and participate in mortality and morbidity reviews.

Physician Benefits:

• Relocation assistance is available upon request.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• $5,000 annual allowance for Continuing Medical Education (CME).
• State-provided employee representation and/or indemnification.
• Up to $25,000 in tuition reimbursement for qualifying employees.
• Immediate eligibility for benefits.
• Deferred compensation program.
• Optimal work/life balance with Monday to Friday shifts from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM.
• Opportunities for on-site work three days a week may qualify for an additional 5% premium pay, in addition to the advertised salary.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Valid license to practice medicine and surgery in the State of Washington or ability to obtain one.
• Eligibility for certification from an American Board of Medical Specialties accredited program.
• Prior experience in a mental health setting is desirable.