Geriatrician

Focisnet; Olympia (WA); Hybrid; USD 295,000 - 347,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus up to $50,000

Relocation allowance up to $13,000

Annual bonus opportunity

Employer retirement contributions

Cash balance pension plan

Shareholder track program

Paid time off

Education leave allowance

Malpractice & Tail coverage

Licensure reimbursement

Job summary

Washington Permanente Medical Group in Olympia, WA seeks part-time or full-time Geriatric physicians to join our clinic family at Olympia Medical Center. The role features a hybrid mix of in-person clinic work and virtual e-consults, with a focus on evidence-based, patient-centered care in a multi-disciplinary setting.

Ideal candidates will have telehealth experience, with a strong emphasis on collaborative team-based care and comprehensive management of geriatric patients within an integrated

Qualifications

• Medical degree required and board-certified or eligible in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine.
• Geriatric medicine fellowship training preferred.
• Ability to obtain DEA license; ability to obtain WA state medical license.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient care in a hybrid model (clinic and telehealth) at Olympia Medical Center.
• Collaborate with RN/MA, social work, case management and specialty teams to coordinate patient care.
• No call requirement; manage a balanced patient load with support from Telehealth Medical Center team.

Skills

DEA license eligibility

WA license eligibility

Education

Medical Degree MD/DO

Board certification in Family/Internal Medicine

Fellowship in Geriatric Medicine

Job description

You've invested years in 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 clinicians 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 practices in the Pacific Northwest.

Position Overview

Kaiser Permanente-Washington Permanente Medical Group is seeking part-time or full-time (0.5 - 1.0 FTE) BC/BE Geriatric fellowship trained physician(s) to join our clinic family at the Olympia Medical Center in Olympia, Washington. This position will include a hybrid of face-to-face work in clinic and virtual e-consult visits. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of an integrated care delivery system that prioritizes evidence-based medicine, patient-centered care, and collaboration amongst multi-disciplinary care teams.

• Primary Care Physicians (PCP): Close collaboration & coordinated care across the patient's care team
• RN & MA Support: Dedicated clinical support to help manage patient needs & care coordination
• Social Work: Support addressing social, behavioral & community needs for each patient
• Case Management: Assistance with complex care coordination & transitions of care
• Specialty Collaboration: Easy access to colleagues & collaboration across specialty departments
• Integrated Services: Connected access to pharmacy, behavioral health, imaging, laboratory & other care resources
• Team-Based Care: Practice as part of an integrated medical group, with high collaboration & shared responsibilities for patient outcomes

You're never practicing in isolation - you will be surrounded by a team of clinicians & support services working together to provide comprehensive, coordinated care for our Geriatric patients.

Ideal candidates will have experience with telehealth and digital health-or the flexibility to incorporate virtual care into their practice.

• This position is 100% outpatient with no call required.
• This position is non-paneled.
• You will have an excellent balance of patients per day and work with a centralized Telehealth Medical Center team to support your patients 24/7.
• Inbox support team will manage up to 70% of your in-basket messages.
• AI Scribing & Summarization support to cut down charting time by half.
• In our integrated health care model our clinicians have instant access to dozens of specialties, which allows for a level of collaboration and comprehensive treatment your patients deserve.

Learn more about Olympia Medical Center

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary Range: $295,302 to $347,414 (salary will be prorated based on FTE, new hire salaries will be based on factors such as education, training and experience.)
• Value Based Incentive Program: Annual bonus opportunity based on organizational and team-based performance on access, service and experience goals
• Generous Employer Retirement Contributions: Upon eligibility, WPMG contributes a percent of your base salary to your 401(k), with optional employee contributions and immediate 100% vesting
• Cash Balance Pension Plan: Provides an additional opportunity for pre-tax retirement savings
• Shareholder Track Program: Defined pathway to WPMG shareholder status within a clinician-owned, clinician-led organization
• Comprehensive, Market-Leading Benefits
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Annual Education Leave Allowance
• Leadership Development opportunities
• Employer Paid Malpractice & Tail Coverage
• Professional Licensure & Fee Reimbursement

New Hire Incentives

• Resident/Fellow Monthly Stipend: For early sign-on
• Signing Bonus: New Hires are eligible to receive up to $50,000
• Relocation Allowance: Up to $13,000 (based on location at time of offer)

Qualifications

• Required: Medical Degree MD/DO
• Required: BC/BE Family Medicine or Internal Medicine
• Required: BC/BE Geriatric Medicine Fellowship
• Ability to obtain: Unrestricted Federal DEA
• Ability to obtain: WA State Medical License

Community

Nestled at the southern tip of Puget Sound, Olympia offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, small-town charm, and vibrant culture. With scenic views of Mount Rainier, easy access to lush forests and waterways, and a lively downtown full of local shops, cafes, and art, it's a haven for nature lovers and creatives alike. Its strong sense of community, walkable neighborhoods, and commitment to sustainability make it an inviting place to call home.

We are dedicated to building lifetime relationships with peers and patients throughout Washington State's many vibrant and unique 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, among others, make Washington an excellent place to live.

Learn more about life in Olympia, Washington

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. If you have an interest in joining our inclusive workforce culture, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our mission to improve the health of our members and communities that we serve.

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.