Physician - Neurology, Epilepsy

Multicare-Health-System; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 283,000 - 382,000; Full time

Job summary

MultiCare Health Systems in Tacoma, WA invites a dedicated Epilepsy Neurologist to join our Neuroscience service line. This physician provides evaluation and management for seizure disorders, with opportunities to shape clinical protocols and collaborate with epilepsy monitoring and neurosurgical teams.

The role uses advanced neurodiagnostics and medication management with coordinated care across behavioral health, genetics and subspecialties, plus potential for teaching, telemedicine or

Qualifications

• Medical degree (M.D. or D.O.) from an accredited institution.
• Completion of neurology residency and epilepsy or clinical neurophysiology fellowship.
• Board certified or board eligible in Neurology and Epilepsy or Clinical Neurophysiology.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in Washington State by employment start date.
• DEA registration, NPI, and prescriptive authority.
• Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage patients with epilepsy and seizure-related conditions.
• Interpret and utilize neurodiagnostic tools including EEG, MRI, CT, and ambulatory monitoring.
• Provide medication management and discuss advanced treatment options including surgical evaluation, VNS/RNS, and dietary therapies.
• Collaborate with epilepsy monitoring unit (EMU) and neurosurgical teams for complex cases.
• Educate patients and families on seizure safety, triggers, lifestyle adjustments, and medication adherence.
• Refer patients to appropriate behavioral health, genetics, and subspecialty consultations.
• Maintain accurate medical records and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in case conferences, quality improvement initiatives, and team meetings.

Skills

Neurology

Epilepsy

Clinical neurophysiology

Education

MD or DO

Tools

EEG interpretation

MRI interpretation

Job description

$332,400/yearly

MultiCare Health Systems

Tacoma, WA 98402

Join a team that shares your calling

At MultiCare, you’re more than a job title — you’re part of a collaborative team of physicians and advanced practice providers committed to patient-centered care. Here, your voice matters. You’ll have the support, resources and flexibility to practice at the top of your license, collaborate with experienced colleagues and make a meaningful impact. Build a long-term career in a system that grows with you, in a community that supports your life beyond work.

FTE: 1.0, Shift: Days, Schedule: 5x8s or 4x10s M-F

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Position Summary

The Epilepsy Neurologist is a key member of the Neuroscience service line, providing specialized care for patients with seizure disorders and epilepsy syndromes. This physician delivers expert outpatient evaluation and management, with opportunities to shape clinical protocols, participate in multidisciplinary case reviews, and collaborate with epilepsy monitoring and surgical teams.

The role supports the diagnosis and longitudinal care of individuals with epilepsy and seizure disorders, incorporating advanced neurodiagnostics, medication management, and coordination with epilepsy surgery and behavioral health services as needed. This position offers flexibility to incorporate teaching, telemedicine, or subspecialty research in a supportive and collegial setting.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage patients with epilepsy and seizure-related conditions
• Interpret and utilize neurodiagnostic tools including EEG, MRI, CT, and ambulatory monitoring
• Provide medication management and discuss advanced treatment options including surgical evaluation, VNS/RNS, and dietary therapies
• Collaborate with epilepsy monitoring unit (EMU) and neurosurgical teams for complex cases
• Educate patients and families on seizure safety, triggers, lifestyle adjustments, and medication adherence
• Refer patients to appropriate behavioral health, genetics, and subspecialty consultations
• Maintain accurate medical records and regulatory compliance
• Participate in case conferences, quality improvement initiatives, and team meetings

Requirements

• Medical degree (M.D. or D.O.) from an accredited institution
• Completion of neurology residency and epilepsy or clinical neurophysiology fellowship
• Board certified or board eligible in Neurology and Epilepsy or Clinical Neurophysiology
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in Washington State by employment start date
• DEA registration, NPI, and prescriptive authority
• Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification from the American Heart Association

Why MultiCare?

Rooted in the local community

Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.

Growth and education

Leadership development, mentorship and continued professional growth opportunities across a collaborative, integrated health system.

Well-being and support

Flexible scheduling, generous time off and MultiCare’s Physician & APP Well-Being Program support your well-being and help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Living our values

Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.

Belonging for all

A culture where providers feel heard, respected and part of the team from day one, supported by Resource Groups and outreach programs.

Pacific Northwest lifestyle

Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.

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 $332,400.00 - $332,400.00 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 .