Hospitalist Physician Assistant | Near Seattle!

Sound Physicians; Covington (WA); On-site; USD 149,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary $165K

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Sound Physicians in Covington, WA is seeking a Swing Hospitalist PA for 7-day on/7-day off shifts (10:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m.). You will provide high-quality patient care in a small community hospital with minimal onsite specialty coverage.

Base salary is $165K for full-time swings, with comprehensive benefits and tail coverage. Join a tight-knit team of physicians and advanced practitioners across our network.

Qualifications

• Board-certified PA with at least 1 year of experience preferred.
• Active PA license or eligible to obtain WA licensure.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Work in a small community hospital with minimal onsite specialty coverage.
• Admit patients and cross-cover; occasional rounding.
• High autonomy; hospitalists respond to rapids.
• No ICU or codes; hospitalists handle rapids.

Skills

Board-certified PA

1 year experience preferred

Education

Active PA license in WA

Eligible for WA licensure

Job description

Join Our Covington Team as a Swing Hospitalist Physician Assistant– A Role Designed for YouWe believe in bringing "better" to our local community in Puyallup—better care, better collaboration, and a deep commitment to the people we serve. If you're looking for a role that supports your professional growth and your connection to a vibrant community, we’d love to talk.We are hiring for a Swing Hospitalist. A swing hospitalist requires working exclusively on swing shifts (10 a.m.- 10 p.m.). Candidates must be comfortable with the swing schedule and possess the ability to deliver exceptional patient care during swing hours.

Local Team Collaboration

Join our close-knit team of 5 physicians, 2 advanced practitioners, and a Medical DirectorPartner with our other MultiCare partner hospitals for transfers of care & specialty coverage

Qualifications

• Board-certified, experienced physician assistant; minimum of 1 year of experience preferred
• Active PA license or eligible to become licensed in WA
• Authorized to work in the United States

Scheduling

• Full-time position follows a 7-day on, 7-day off rotation
• Shifts for the swing position are scheduled from 10:00 a.m.- 10:00 p.m.

Key Responsibilities

• Work in a small community hospital setting with minimal onsite specialty coverage
• Swing APPs are responsible for admissions and cross-cover; there may be occasional rounding as well
• High level of autonomy
• No ICU, no codes; hospitalists do respond to rapids

Living and Working in Covington

Covington isn’t just where we work- it’s where we live and enjoy the perfect mix of suburban comfort and natural beauty. Surrounded by scenic parks, trails, and easy access to the outdoors, Covington offers a welcoming community with family-friendly neighborhoods. With local events, a strong sense of connection, and proximity to Seattle and Tacoma, Covington is a place where you can truly feel at home.

Rewards and Benefits

Base salary is $165K for full-time swings

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401 (k) with matching contributions.
• Paid malpractice, including tail coverage.

Melinda Tucker, Director, Clinical Recruiting | [e-mail] | [phone]