Physician - Surgical Hospitalist (Acute Care Surgery)

Join a team that shares your calling


At MultiCare, you're more than just a job title - you're part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you'll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.


FTE : 1.0, Shift : Varies, Schedule : Varies

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 Megan Monfordini @View email address on click.appcast.io

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 you.


Well-being and support


Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.


Living our values


Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.


Belonging for all


Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and 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.