Medical Director of Pediatric Emergency Medicine

MultiCare Health System; Washington, Tacoma (District of Columbia, WA); On-site; USD 262,000 - 292,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Pediatric Emergency Physician to join a thriving practice focused on delivering exceptional care to children. This role offers an opportunity to influence pediatric care, participate in leadership development, and enjoy a balanced work-life schedule. With a commitment to excellence, the organization is recognized as a top children's hospital and is expanding its services with a new facility set to open in 2026. Join a community that values innovation and quality care while enjoying the stunning landscapes of the Pacific Northwest.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Excellent benefits including medical and dental

Generous time off

Career growth options

Research opportunities

Wellness program

Leadership development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong record of leadership skills and education required.
• Board certified/eligible at time of employment.

Responsibilities

• Attend monthly Medical Director and leadership meetings.
• Facilitate interdepartmental communication and collaboration.
• Mentor new Medical Directors and support recruitment.

Skills

Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Leadership Skills

Clinical Practice

Education

Board Certified/Eligible in Pediatrics

Licensed in Washington State

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Where Kids and Families are Always First

MultiCare Mary Bridge Children's Hospital is the state-designated Level II Pediatric Trauma Center and the only pediatric hospital in Washington's South Sound Region dedicated to a comprehensive network of health services for children and adolescents. Our vision is to be the highest quality and safest place for children to receive care, where every child has a medical home and is supported by nationally recognized services and experience.

Mary Bridge Children's multi-disciplinary approach to care includes pediatric experts for emergency services, inpatient care, and outpatient specialty clinics, all specializing in kids and their unique needs. We're continually recognized as a 'Top Children's Hospital' by The Leapfrog Group, an independent hospital rating organization.

Highlights of Opportunity:

• Building a new children's hospital to open in 2026

• ED cares for over 50k patients annually

• Opportunity to serve as a pediatric subject matter expert to influence pediatric care across MultiCare

• Planning for a pediatric residency in 2027 and potential PEM fellowship in 2030s

• Flexible hours allowing for a work/life balance

• Leadership development through MultiCare offered to support ongoing professional needs

• Vibrant community in beautiful western Washington

FTE: 1.0, Shift: varies, Schedule: varies

Compensation is $262,721-$291,912 based on a 1.0 FTE.

This position is a .6 FTE clinical/.4 FTE Division Medical Director opportunity. The ideal candidate will have a strong record of leadership skills and education.

Medical Director Duties Include (but not limited to):

• Attend monthly Medical Director and leadership meetings.

• Regular rounding with Medical Directors

• Quarterly President's Council Attendance, MOR as needed.

• Holds Physician/APP's accountable to performance expectations.

• Facilitates and supports interdepartmental communication and collaboration.

• Works with operational leadership to provide direction for program departmental physicians.

• Mentor new Medical Directors

• Model and ensure professional behavior.

• Review and recommend new medical developments, practices and techniques.

• Collaborate with Medical Staff and attend MEC meetings as needed.

• Support Medical Staff Recruitment

• Advocate for resources, programs, and policies within Mary Bridge.

• Work with Quality Medical Director to drive CPGs.

• Work with Clinical Director to develop financial plans for clinical program development.

• Be accountable and actively involved in system LEM goals yearly.

What We Have to Offer:

• Competitive compensation package including sign-on and relocation

• Excellent benefits including medical, dental, annual leave, CME, retirement, and malpractice insurance (including tail)

• Generous time off to support work/life balance

• Career growth options with student loan repayment and leadership opportunities

• Research opportunities, both industry-sponsored clinical trials and investigator-initiated research, in collaboration with dedicated Research Institute staff

• Wellness program including dedicated mental health services and leadership and wellness coaching

• Enjoy life in the Pacific Northwest with breathtaking water, mountain, and forest views at every turn

Contact Carla Voss at [e-mail]

Position Summary

MultiCare Health System is seeking a BC/BE Pediatric Emergency Physician to join our well-established, thriving and comprehensive practice. Providers at MultiCare are recognized as being among the best in the Northwest Region. Here, you'll find everything you need to excel in your job including outstanding facilities, comprehensive resources and talented teammates in partnering for healing and a healthy future.

Requirements

• Board certified/eligible at time of employment


• Licensed in the state of WA by the time of employment


• DEA, NPI & prescriptive authority


• Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification by the American Heart Association

Why Mary Bridge Children's?

• Mission-driven:Partnering for healing and a healthy future for the patients and communities we serve
• Award-winning:Named 'Top Children's Hospital' for five years by the Leapfrog Group; physicians consistently named on 'Top Doctors' lists by Seattle Magazine, Seattle Met and the Tacoma News Tribune
• Growing: New pediatric hospital facility and medical office building opening in 2026
• Leading research:MultiCare Institute for Research & Innovation partners with our pediatric providers, offering ground-breaking research and clinical trials
• Employee-centric:MultiCare is consistently ranked among "America's Best Employers by State" by Forbes
• Lifestyle:Live and work in the Pacific Northwest surrounded by breathtaking mountain, forest and water views
• Explore our services atmarybridge.org

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $275,635.00 - $305,048.00 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant's years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.