Palliative Care Physician - Hourly Locum

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 providers 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 is seeking an hourly locum Palliative Care Physician to join our highly collaborative and collegial Capitol Hill Campus team in Seattle, Washington. This position will serve as a clinical resource and will be a hybrid between inpatient and outpatient settings at our Central Hospital Capitol Hill Campus in Seattle. While most doctors operate from a single location, our small, collaborative team engages in cross-coverage through virtual work and may also support other outpatient sites or the hospital to meet patient needs and assist fellow teammates. The Palliative Medicine Physician will work within an interdisciplinary team to engage with patients who are living with serious illness and seeking assistance with symptom management, goals of care, and end of life issues. Both consultative and longitudinal specialty palliative care service is provided. Our Palliative Medicine Physicians work directly with the patient and their families and caregivers, and their Primary Care and Specialty providers, to create a customized holistic plan of care. Our goal is to improve patient and caregiver quality of life on their terms and optimize service by aligning clinical care with patient values and goals. Our team is dedicated to providing comprehensive patient care wherever it's needed, ensuring seamless coverage across various settings. While most doctors operate from a single location, our small, collaborative team engages in cross-coverage through virtual work and may also support other outpatient sites or the hospital to meet patient needs and assist fellow teammates. Seattle Campus is a multispecialty medical center. Ambulatory Surgery Center, Lab, Radiology and Pharmacy on site. Office hours are 8am - 5pm Monday through Friday, with Urgent Care open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Compensation and Benefits Hourly Rate: $149.99-$157.88 (based on factors such as education and training) Employer Paid Malpractice & Tail Coverage Qualifications Required: Board Certified or Board Eligible in Hospice and Palliative Medicine or Advanced Degree Ability to obtain: Unrestricted Federal DEA Ability to obtain: WA State Medical License Community Seattle is a vibrant seaport city nestled between Puget Sound and Lake Washington, offering the perfect blend of natural beauty, economic opportunity, and cultural richness. With over 750,000 residents, it's the largest city in both Washington state and the Pacific Northwest. Seattle is home to global industry leaders like Amazon, Microsoft, Starbucks, Costco, and Alaska Airlines. Known for its innovation, outdoor lifestyle, and dynamic neighborhoods, Seattle attracts those seeking both career growth and an exceptional quality of life. With stunning views, top-tier healthcare and education, and a thriving arts and food scene, Seattle truly offers something for everyone. 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr LAFP