Physician Family Medicine Pearl

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 256,000 - 364,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in North Tacoma, WA is seeking a Board-Certified/Eligible Family Medicine Physician to join an established practice. You will provide comprehensive primary care for patients of all ages, focusing on prevention, acute care, and chronic disease management in a collaborative, patient-centered setting.

You will conduct wellness visits, order tests, coordinate with specialists, and document in EPIC while contributing to team-based care and quality initiatives.

Qualifications

• MD/DO degree from an accredited institution.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine.
• Active, unrestricted license in Washington.
• Ability to obtain a DEA with full prescriptive authority for the practice.
• Strong clinical diagnostic skills in ambulatory care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.
• Commitment to high-quality, compassionate care for all ages.

Responsibilities

• Provide full-spectrum primary care across all ages, including preventive care, acute illness treatment, and chronic disease management (e.g., diabetes, hypertension).
• Deliver wellness exams, health screenings, and immunizations.
• Counsel patients on diet, lifestyle, and disease management.
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests and imaging.
• Educate patients and families on wellness and treatment plans.
• Coordinate care with specialists, nursing staff, and social workers.
• Maintain accurate medical records using EPIC.
• Provide direct treatment, referrals, and follow-up on specialist visits.
• Participate in primary care division activities and quality improvement.
• Option of 5-8 or 4-10 hour work days per week.

Skills

Clinical diagnostic skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Patient-centered care

Education

MD/DO

Tools

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As our Primary Care Family Medicine Physician, you will join an established practice in a convenient and family friendly area in North Tacoma. We specialize in diagnosing and treating family medicine patients, making a significant impact on their lives and families.

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As our Primary Care Family Medicine Physician, you will join an established practice in a convenient and family friendly area in North Tacoma. We specialize in diagnosing and treating family medicine patients, making a significant impact on their lives and families. Every day you will provide compassionate and expert care, conducting thorough assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support the holistic well‑being of our patients within Franciscan Medical Group. To be successful in this role, you will be a skilled, BC/BE, and compassionate Family Medicine Primary Care Physician, possessing expertise in diagnosing and managing complex diseases, alongside strong communication abilities. You will also demonstrate a deep commitment to patient-centered care and the capacity to thrive within a collegiate and supportive environment.

• Provide full-spectrum primary care, including preventive care, acute illness treatment, and management of chronic diseases (e.g., diabetes, hypertension) for patients of all ages
• Deliver wellness examinations, health screenings, and immunizations to support disease prevention
• Counsel patients on diet, lifestyle choices, and disease management
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests such as laboratory work and imaging
• Offer guidance, counseling, and education on wellness, disease management, and medication adherence to patients and their families
• Act as the first point of contact and coordinate care with specialists, nursing staff, and social workers
• Maintain accurate, timely, and detailed medical records, utilizing EPIC appropriately
• Provide and document direct treatment for patients, including ordering medications, referrals, and following up on specialist consultations
• Participate in primary care division activities, including peer review programs, quality metric improvement, and policy development
• Option of 5- 8 or 4 - 10 hour work days per week
• Compensation ranges from $255,869 - $363,961 /year
• We are offering a guaranteed one-year salary, wRVU productivity, and an annual bonus incentive. Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance is available

Required

Job Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine
• Active, unrestricted license in the state of Washington
• Ability to obtain a DEA with full prescriptive authority needed for the specific practice
• Strong clinical diagnostic skills in an ambulatory setting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care to all ages of patients

Preferred

• At least one year of Family Medicine Primary Care experience

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person - body, mind, and spirit - in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

Pay Range

$255,869 - $363,958 /year