Pediatric Physician - Salary

002 Sea Mar Community Health Center; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 239,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

1 medical assistant per provider

Robust ancillary staff

EMR- EPIC

Sabbatical leave

401(k) plan retirement

Job summary

Sea Mar Community Health Centers in Washington State is seeking a Pediatric Provider (MD/DO) to deliver primary medical care within a team-based setting. The provider will work collaboratively with staff to provide comprehensive care and ensure high-quality patient experiences.

Licensed MD or DO with board certification or actively pursuing certification is required, along with a current DEA certificate. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Licensed MD or DO with board certification in the appropriate specialty or actively seeking board certification.
• Current DEA certificate.
• Uphold all current vaccine requirements for employment.
• Bilingual ability in English and Spanish preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary medical care to Sea Mar patients within a team-based setting.
• Collaborate with staff and specialists to coordinate care and improve patient outcomes.
• Complete clinical records accurately and manage necessary paperwork for patient care.
• Participate in preventive health programs such as immunization and disease prevention.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Team-based care

Education

MD/DO license

Board certification or pursuing

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

Company Overview

Sea Mar Community Health Centers, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) founded in 1978, is a community-based organization committed to providing quality, comprehensive health, human, housing, educational and cultural services to diverse communities, specializing in service to Latinos in Washington State. Sea Mar proudly serves all persons without regard to race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender, or sexual orientation, and regardless of ability to pay for services. Sea Mar's network of services includes more than 90 medical, dental, and behavioral health clinics and a wide variety of nutritional, social, and educational services. Sea Mar is Washington’s largest provider of community-based, comprehensive health care with over 38 medical clinics along the Puget Sound. Sea Mar is a mandatory COVID-19 and flu vaccine organization.

Job Summary

The Pediatric Provider (MD, DO) will provide primary medical care services to patients of Sea Mar Community Health Centers in accordance with training, experience, certification, insurance and licensure in a manner consistent with guidelines established in the principles of practice at Sea Mar and its mission statement. The provider will work collaboratively with staff to provide team-based coordinated care. The physician prescribes and/or dispenses required medication to patients according to the individual prescriptive authority granted by the Washington State Board. The physician participates in organizing and directing preventive health programs such as immunization, disease detection and disease prevention activities, including educational programs for patients and community groups in the service areas with approval from the Medical Director and/or Health Center Administrator. The physician is expected to participate in clinical affairs, working with administrative personnel, the Medical Director and the Chief Medical Officer to improve the patient care experience.

Responsibilities and Duties

The provider will work as part of a care team to provide quality comprehensive services to Sea Mar patients. The provider provides primary medical care services to patients of Sea Mar Community Health Centers in accordance with training, experience, certification, insurance and licensure in a manner consistent with guidelines established in the principles of practice at Sea Mar and its mission statement. The provider may refer patients to medical specialists or other sources of service when necessary. The provider prescribes and/or dispenses required medication to patients according to the individual prescriptive authority granted by the Washington State Board. The provider participates in organizing and directing preventive health programs such as immunization, disease detection and disease prevention activities, including educational programs for patients and community groups in the service areas with approval from the Medical Director and/or Health Center Administrator. The provider is expected to participate in clinical affairs, working with administrative personnel, the Medical Director and the Chief Medical Officer to improve the patient care experience. The provider assures accurate and timely completion of all clinical records; completion of paperwork in a team-based approach and necessary paperwork for patient care.

Schedule: Monday through Friday (flexible FTE) 8 hour work shifts, In-person direct patient care.

Qualifications and Skills

Licensed MD or DO. Successful completion of an Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or American Osteopathic Association (AOA) approved post-graduate residency; board certification in the appropriate specialty or actively seeking board certification. A current DEA certificate. Uphold all current vaccine requirements for employment. Bilingual ability in English and Spanish is preferred but not required. Prior community health experience preferred.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary: $239,000-$260,000
• 1 medical assistant per provider
• Robust ancillary staff
• EMR- EPIC
• Sabbatical leave
• Retirement contribution 401(k) plan
• Employer paid Life Insurance
• Relocation reimbursement
• Generous paid time off
• Annual CME allowance and paid time off
• 3 month onboarding and ramp-up period
• Occurrence based malpractice insurance including tail coverage
• Comprehensive benefits package including dental, medical and vision (insurance premium 100% covered)
• Loan repayment options (all sites have a minimum HPSA score of at least 19)
• Salary Plan: 239,000.00 USD Annual

What We Offer

Sea Mar offers talented and motivated people the opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing community health organization. Working at Sea Mar Community Health Centers is more than just a job, it’s a fulfilling career with opportunity for advancement. The fringe benefits surpass most companies. For example, Full-time employees working 30 hours or more, receive an excellent benefit package of: Medical Dental Vision Prescription coverage Life Insurance Long Term Disability EAP Paid-time-off starting at 24 days per year + 10 paid Holidays. We also offer 401(k)/Retirement options and an exciting opportunity to work in a culturally diverse environment.

Sea Mar is an equal opportunity employer.

Sea Mar Community Health Centers, founded in 1978, is a community-based organization committed to providing quality, comprehensive health, human, housing, educational and cultural services to diverse communities, specializing in service to Latinos in Washington State. Sea Mar proudly serves all persons regardless of their ability to pay for services. Sea Mar's network of services includes more than 90 clinics.