Hospitalist Physician, Per Diem

Optum; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 172,200 - 257,611; Full time

Job summary

Optum WA in Everett, WA is seeking an Internal Medicine physician to split time between inpatient hospitalist medicine and complex urgent care for seniors. The role focuses on medically complex patients and high‑acuity outpatient alternatives to hospitalization.

The position integrates care across hospitalist and clinic settings with a collaborative team, enabling balance and flexibility while supporting family and travel opportunities in the Pacific Northwest.

Qualifications

• Unrestricted Washington State medical license by employment date.
• Current Washington State DEA certificate by employment date.
• Board eligible or board certified in Internal Medicine.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Hospitalist care across inpatient teams with ICU/ED/specialty/palliative care partners.
• Optum Advantage Clinic role delivering high‑touch outpatient care for eligible seniors.

Skills

Hospitalist care

Adult medicine

EMR proficiency

Strong communication

Education

Board eligible or board certified in Internal Medicine

Job description

Optum WA (formerly The Everett Clinic) is seeking an Internal Medicine physician to join our team in Everett, WA.

As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you will be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

We are seeking a growth‑minded Internal Medicine physician to divide clinical time between inpatient hospitalist medicine and complex urgent care for seniors. This unique role is centered on caring for medically complex patients in innovative ways, including providing high‑acuity outpatient alternatives to hospitalization.

Primary Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in adult medicine, such as hospitalist practice or a similar setting, along with experience caring for high‑acuity, medically complex patients.

• Hospitalist care: The hospitalist team is well supported and works closely with ICU, emergency department, specialty, and palliative care partners. The team also has strong ties to the Washington State University residency program, with residents rotating through the service.
• Optum Advantage Clinic role: This clinic provides a high‑touch alternative to the emergency department and hospitalization for eligible patients, including intensive outpatient treatment when needed, with multiple visits over several hours in a single day. The clinic is equipped to provide services such as IV diuresis, IV antibiotics, expedited virtual specialty consultation, imaging including X-ray and CT, and procedures. Residents in the Washington State University Internal Medicine residency program also rotate through the Optum Advantage Clinic.

The schedule is thoughtfully integrated across these settings, creating variety in practice while supporting balance and flexibility. Providers benefit from a collaborative environment that makes it possible to deliver excellent, innovative care while also enjoying time for family, travel, and the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest.

Required Qualifications

• Unrestricted Washington State medical license by employment date
• Current Washington State DEA certificate by employment date
• Board eligible or board certified in Internal Medicine
• Proficiency with electronic medical records
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Managed care experience
• One or more years of experience post‑training
• Experience caring for complex geriatric patients

Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $125.00 to $186.86 per hour. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

OptumCare is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.