Hospitalist: Traditional and Hospital at Home - Virtual - Everett, WA

MedStar Health; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 229,000 - 378,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking an internal medicine physician for a unique role combining hospitalist work and virtual care, aimed at advancing patient health in Washington. Join a dynamic team dedicated to improving care quality through innovative practices while enjoying comprehensive support and a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase option

401k contribution

Qualifications

• Unrestricted WA State Medical License by employment date.
• Current WA DEA certificate by employment date.
• Board Eligible/Board Certified Internal Medicine.

Responsibilities

• Provide hospitalist care for patients at Providence Regional Medical Center.
• Work within the hospital at home model, directing clinical care.
• Participate in teaching as part of the hospitalist role with WSU residency program.

Skills

Communication skills

EMR proficiency

Ability to care for complex geriatric patients

Education

Unrestricted WA State Medical License

Board Eligible/Board Certified Internal Medicine

Current WA DEA certificate

Job description

Optum Washington (formerly The Everett Clinic) is seeking a growth minded internal medicine physician to split their clinical time between inpatient hospitalist work and our virtual "hospital at home" model, and join our exceptional team working at the Providence Regional Medical Center in Everett, Washington. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

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

At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. Here, you'll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment. We believe you deserve an exceptional career and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be whileCaring. Connecting. Growing together.

Position Highlights

• You would enjoy a schedule of 14-16 shifts/month (pro-rated for less FTE), including some afternoon swing shifts but no full overnight shifts.


• Hospitalist care:The Medical Hospitalist Team is well supported with strong relationships with the ICU, ER, specialists and hospice.Our team has deep ties to Washington State University and is a training site for the new WSU internal medicine residency program: teaching is part of the hospitalist role.There is also an option to work as a virtual hospitalist in our hospital at home model.


• Hospital at home:Hospital at home is a unique model that is spreading throughout the country and has demonstrated superior clinical outcomes.The virtual hospitalist directs the clinical care and collaborates with the in-home RNs (who provide direct care) and the virtual nursing team.Hospital level care including IV medications and fluids, imaging, and stat work-ups are available in the home as part of this program.Caring for acutely ill patients in the comfort of their own home is extremely rewarding and satisfying to patients and clinicians alike.

The Everett Clinic joined Optum in 2019, working together across the Puget Sound, the partnership means we're able to expand our services and locations to offer even more services. As we grow, we'll keep on giving you top-quality care, just as we always have. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone.

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Unrestricted WA State Medical License by employment date


• Current WA DEA certificate by employment date


• Board Eligible/Board Certified Internal Medicine


• EMR proficient


• Bold verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience post-training


• Experience with complex geriatric patients


• Managed Care and Medi-Cal experience

Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $229,500 - $378,000. 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.