Spine Clinic, Physiatrist

Spine Clinic, Physiatrist

Kaiser Permanente - Washington Permanente Medical Group (WPMG) is seeking a full-time (1.0 FTE) Physiatrist, Spine Clinic Physician to join our Spine Clinic team based in Puyallup, WA. 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 required but may be part of the position for interested, well-qualified candidates.
• No call or inpatient rounding.

Compensation and benefits:

• Salary range: 1.0 FTE PM&R is $297,995 to $350,582; a blended position with 0.2 FTE in Interventional PM&R is $314,011 to $369,424 (salary will be prorated based on FTE, new hire salaries will be based on factors such as education, training and experience.)
• Value-based incentives: Annual bonus based on organizational goals and quality metrics
• Generous employer retirement contributions: Upon eligibility, WPMG will contribute 11% of your base salary to your 401(K), with additional employee contributions being optional
• Cash balance plan: Additional means to save for retirement
• Shareholder track program: Defined track to Shareholder of WPMG
• Market-leading health benefits
• Generous paid time off
• Paid annual education leave + allowance
• Leadership development opportunities
• Employer paid malpractice & tail coverage

New hire incentives:

• Relocation allowance: Up to $13,000 (based on location at time of offer)

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

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 Fairthe 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.

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.