Family Medicine

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 201,000 - 252,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed educational institution in Seattle, Washington is seeking a Full-Time Assistant or Associate Professor of Clinical Practice in the Palliative Care team. The role involves providing palliative care consultations, engaging in educational activities, and supporting diverse community values. Candidates must have an MD or DO, a Washington medical license, and board certification in Family Medicine. Competitive salary and multi-year appointments available.

Qualifications

• Must possess an MD, DO, or equivalent.
• License eligible for Washington State Medical License.
• Required board certification in Family Medicine.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient palliative care consultations.
• Engage in teaching and mentoring medical students.
• Participate in departmental activities related to Family Medicine.

Skills

MD, DO, or foreign equivalent

Washington State Medical License

Board certified in Family Medicine

Board certified (or board eligible) in Hospice and Palliative Medicine

Successful completion of all steps of the USMLE

Education

MD or DO degree

Job description

University of Washington: Academic Personnel & Faculty: School of Medicine: Family Medicine

Location

Seattle, Washington

Open Date

Mar 16, 2026

Description

The Palliative Care team at the University of Washington Department of Family Medicine seeks a Full‑Time Assistant or Associate Professor of Clinical Practice. The successful candidate will be expected to support the department's commitment to excellence in teaching and service in a diverse and inclusive academic community. The expected start date is July 1, 2026, or soon thereafter.

Assistant Professors are eligible for multi‑year appointments that align with a 12‑month service period (July 1–June 30). Associate Professors are eligible for multi‑year appointments that align with a 12‑month service period (July 1–June 30).

The base salary range for Assistant Professors will be: $16,750 – $21,000 per month ($201,000–252,000) annually commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.

The base salary range for Associate Professors will be: $1 9, 584 – $2 2 , 500 per month ($23 5 ,00 8– 2 7 0,00 0) annually commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.

This range is inclusive of base salary provided through the UW Physicians (UWP) practice plan, in addition to base salary provided by the University. Please note that only compensation provided by the University is included in University benefit determinations and calculations. Compensation provided by the UW Physicians (UWP) practice plan may provide eligibility for separate benefits offered by that organization.

Other compensation associated with this position may include incentives through the UW Physicians practice plan.

Reporting

All Department of Family Medicine faculty report to the Department Chair. This position will also have accountability to the Director of Palliative Care.

Position Description

This position expects that the faculty hired will participate in departmental activities for the Department of Family Medicine, while their clinical work will be focused on palliative care. They are expected to participate in the teaching mission of the Department, especially as it relates to their clinical work and expertise. The FTE represents clinical scheduled time and administrative/teaching time. This position is funded by clinical revenue.

The clinical work will include inpatient palliative care consultation for the UW Medicine Palliative Care Service, which potentially includes activities at 3 hospital sites (University Washington Medical Center – Montlake and Northwest hospitals and Harborview Medical Center). Future clinical work could include outpatient palliative care agreed upon by the faculty hire, and sites of practices would include UW Medicine clinic sites.

Clinical duties will include palliative care consultation to medical teams, patients and families, nursing and social services, and spiritual care staff. The candidate chosen will be responsible for providing palliative care independently and collaboratively with appropriate privileges, including initial and ongoing assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients’ medical, physical and psychosocial status. The successful candidate is also expected to teach, mentor and advise residents, fellows and medical students. In addition to clinical work, teaching, scholarship, and service are integral to all Clinical Practice positions.

Promotion criteria is based upon the quality of the candidate’s contributions to the academic and clinical mission of the department and School of Medicine as outlined in the SOM appointment and promotion guidelines.

Qualifications

• Applicants are required to have an MD, DO, or foreign equivalent
• Washington State Medical License (DEA and NPI), or license eligible
• Board certified in Family Medicine
• Board certified (or board eligible) in Hospice and Palliative Medicine
• In order to be eligible for University sponsorship for an H-1B visa, graduates of foreign (non-U.S.) medical schools must show successful completion of all three steps of the U.S. Medical Licensing Exam (USMLE), or equivalent as determined by the Secretary of Health and Human Services.

Application Instructions

Applicants should apply with a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and two letters of recommendation. Applicants should articulate how their past experiences and/or future plans in research teaching, mentoring, patient care and/or service promote a sense of belonging and foster a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Inquiries should be directed to James Fausto M.D., Medical Director of Palliative Care for UW Medicine: [e-mail]

Application Process

This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

Benefits Information

The University is committed to providing excellent benefits to our faculty. For a summary of available benefits, please see UWHR benefits information.

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Disability Services

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