Nurse practitioner/Physician Assistant (APP) - Family Medicine

$141,394 - $149,996 / year

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.

***Enjoy life in the Pacific Northwest with breathtaking water, mountain, and forest views at every turn***

FTE: 1.0 Shift: Days Schedule: 4 10-hour days

***Minimum of two years' experience as a primary care provider preferred***

Competitive compensation package with potential sign-on and relocation
Substantial benefits including medical, dental, annual leave, CME, retirement, and malpractice insurance
Generous time off to support work/life balance
Career growth options with leadership opportunities
Research opportunities with the MultiCare Institute for Research & Innovation
Wellness program including dedicated mental health services and leadership and wellness coaching
24/7 nurse triage service with limited on-call requirements
Support of 300+ provider multi-specialty group
Dedicated medical assistant per provider
Epic EMR and AI assistance to support efficiency

Contact Mike.stevens@multicare.org for more information. #LI-MS1

Position Summary

Clinician member of the MultiCare Medical Partners multidisciplinary team delivering population-based care. The ARNP will provide comprehensive primary care services focusing on prevention, chronic disease management and health promotion for diverse patient populations. This role requires collaboration with physicians, RNs, pharmacists, social workers, behavioral health specialists and other professionals to optimize the health of MultiCare communitiesResponsibilities Direct Patient Care • Conducts comprehensive assessments, diagnose conditions, develop plans, and prescribe medications for patients across the lifespan • Diagnoses and treats acute and chronic disease using evidence-based guidelines • Provides preventive care, health education and counseling to individuals and families • Timely and accurate documentation, inclusive of direct patient encounters and asynchronous care • Participates in the coverage for clinic colleagues per departmental guidance • Participates in after-hours call coverage per departmental guidance Multidisciplinary Collaboration • Participates in multidisciplinary meetings, care reviews and care planning • Coordinates care with all members of the delivery team • Contributes to the development and improvement of population-based care Population Health Management • Utilizes data and risk stratification tools to prioritize our patients at greatest risk to prioritize outreach • Engages in quality improvement focused on health outcomes, cost effectiveness and cost reduction • Supports transitions of care and reduced readmissions and ED use Citizenship • Demonstrates the MultiCare values of compassion, stewardship, kindness, joy collaboration and respect • Adheres to MultiCare policies and processes Requirements • Maintains active Washington State Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license • DEA, and state prescriptive authority • Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification by the American Heart Association.

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 your future
Well-being and support – Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared for at work and in life
Living our values – Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other
Belonging for all – Employee Resource Groups, inclusion initiatives and outreach programs support a workplace where every voice is 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 $141,394.00 - $149,996.00 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.

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