Physician Assistant - Seattle - MultiCare Health System

Description

You Belong Here.
At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees.

Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers, opportunities for growth, safe workplaces, and flexible schedules.

We are connected by our mission - partnering and healing for a healthy future - and dedicated to the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

About the OpportunityJoin a compassionate and collaborative team providing essential Primary Care services to patients in a psychiatric inpatient setting.

This unique role offers flexibility and the opportunity to deliver high-quality care to individuals who otherwise may not have access to primary care.

What You?ll Do:

• Deliver in-person Primary Care services in a freestanding inpatient psychiatric hospital during business hours. Manage an average of 1-2 new admissions per day and 3-4 acute visits daily. Conduct basic procedures such as suture removal and wound care. Collaborate with an established team of psychiatric providers, social workers, nurses, and mental health specialists.

What You?ll Get:

• Flexible schedule with no after-hours or overnight call. Supportive team environment that values communication and respect. Opportunity to impact patients lives by addressing primary care needs often overlooked in psychiatric settings.

The Ideal CandidateWe?re looking for a compassionate and adaptable Primary Care Provider who thrives in a dynamic environment.

This position is perfect for someone who enjoys working with diverse patient populations and contributing to a friendly, patient-focused culture.

What You Need:

• Active licensure as a PA-C, or ARNP Experience in primary care, internal medicine, family medicine or psychiatry preferred Strong interest in serving patients with psychiatric conditionsKey Highlights Flexible per diem schedule with a focus on weekend coverage(occasional weekday) Inpatient psychiatric setting with manageable patient volume Work alongside a knowledgeable and welcoming care team Minimal procedures with outpatient-level primary care expectationsAbout the FacilityNavos West Seattle Campus is a freestanding psychiatric inpatient hospital with a long-standing, integrated Primary Care team. The practice is built on a culture of collaboration and a commitment to delivering comprehensive care to underserved populations.

Interested?Apply today to join a team that makes a difference in patients? lives every day while enjoying a flexible, rewarding work environment.

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for more informationPosition SummaryThe Primary Care PA-C provides routine medical care in a 70-bed involuntary inpatient psychiatric facility.

This role involves conducting complete medical examinations, diagnosing medical conditions, and managing medical treatment for routine problems, with consultation from the supervising physician as needed.

ResponsibilitiesPerform routine H&Ps for every new admission.
Assess and manage medical conditions, including acute complaints and chronic illnesses.
Complete Treatment Plan goals for medical care as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Consult with psychiatric providers regarding co-occurring psychiatric and medical conditions.
Prescribe, monitor, and evaluate results of prescribed medications.
Order and interpret laboratory tests as required for medical care.
Provide substance withdrawal management as needed.
Accurately and appropriately document medical care provided.
Implement antimicrobial stewardship practices.
Perform other duties as assigned.

RequirementsWashington State Physician Assistant license by the time of employmentDEA, NPI & prescriptive authorityCurrent BLS for Healthcare Providers certification by the American Heart AssociationExperience providing medical care in family practice, geriatric, and young adult populationsPreferred experience working with mentally ill populationsFamiliarity with rules, regulations, and professional standards governing the treatment of mentally ill clientsInterest and ability to provide care for a chronic population with multiple medical and psychiatric problemsOur ValuesAs a MultiCare employee, we'll rely on you to reflect our core values of Respect, Integrity, Stewardship, Excellence, Collaboration, Kindness and Joy.

Our values serve as our guiding principles and impact every aspect of our organization, including how we provide patient care and what we expect from each other.

Why MultiCare?Belonging:

We work to create a true sense of belonging for all our employeesMission-driven: We are dedicated to our mission of partnering for healing and a healthy future and the patients and communities we serveMarket leadership: Washington state's largest community-based, locally governed health systemEmployee-centric: Named Forbes ?America?s Best Employers by State? for several years runningTechnology: "Most Wired" health care system 15 years in a rowLeading research: MultiCare Institute for Research & Innovation, 40 years of ground-breaking, clinical and health services research in our communitiesLifestyle: Live and work in the Pacific Northwest - offering breathtaking water, mountains and forest at every turnPay and Benefit ExpectationsWe 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 $136, $185,795.00 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.