Hospitalist Physician

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 308,000 - 336,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a Hospitalist in Seattle, WA to join a dynamic healthcare team. The role focuses on admitting, rounding, and discharge procedures, with an emphasis on reducing LOS and 30-day readmission rates.

You will provide compassionate, expert care, with collaboration across a multidisciplinary team and EPIC charting. The position offers base salary, wRVU productivity, annual bonus, and a sign-on bonus plus relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• MD or DO required and licensed to practice in Washington.
• Strong clinical diagnostic and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and evaluate acute and chronic conditions following evidence-based protocols.
• Assess and treat acute deteriorations (e.g., sepsis, respiratory distress) and provide daytime hospitalist cross-coverage.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Maintain accurate medical charting and billing records using EPIC.
• Provide direct treatment, order medications, referrals, and follow up on specialist consultations.

Skills

Clinical diagnostics

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

MD or DO

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

Hospitalist Physician

As our Hospitalist, you will join our dynamic healthcare team in Seattle, Washington. We specialize in admitting, rounding, and discharge procedures, minimizing patient length of stay (LOS) and reducing 30-day readmission rates.

Every day you will provide compassionate and expert care, conducting thorough assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support the well-being of our patients within Virginia Mason Franciscan Health.

To be successful in this role, you will be a skilled and compassionate physician, possessing expertise in diagnosing and managing complex diseases, alongside strong communication abilities. You will also demonstrate a deep commitment to patient-centered care and the capacity to thrive within a collegial and supportive environment.

• Manage and evaluate acute and chronic conditions, ensuring adherence to evidence-based clinical protocols.
• Assess and treat acute clinical deteriorations (e.g., sepsis, respiratory distress) and provide cross-coverage for the daytime hospitalist team.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team, including specialists, nurse care coordinators, and social workers to ensure seamless, high-quality patient care.
• Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant medical charting and billing records using the hospital's EPIC system.
• Provide and document direct treatment for patients, including ordering medications, referrals, and following up on specialist consultations.
• 182 - 12 hour shifts per year.
• Compensation ranges from $308,000 - $336,000 /year.

We are offering a base salary, wRVU productivity, and an annual bonus incentive. Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance is available.

Required

• Doctor of Medicine (MD or DO)
• Active, unrestricted license in the state of Washington
• Ability to obtain a DEA with full prescriptive authority needed for the specific practice
• Strong clinical diagnostic skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care to all patients

Preferred

• At least one year of Hospital Medicine experience

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved through the years via strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person - body, mind, and spirit - in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

Pay Range

$308,000 - $336,000 /year