Urology Physician Assistant

Permanente Medicine; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance up to $13,000

Comprehensive Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid Education Leave

Employer Paid Malpractice Tail Tailage

Job summary

Washington Permanente Medical Group in Tacoma, WA seeks a 1.0 FTE Urology Physician Assistant to join our Tacoma Medical Center team. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of an integrated care delivery system that prioritizes evidence-based medicine and physician collaboration.

The role covers first assist in surgery, general urology clinic, inpatient rounding as needed, with no on-call requirements. Travel between sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Physician Assistant degree required.
• NCCPA certification required (PA-C).
• Preferred: 2 years of experience in Urology.

Responsibilities

• First assist in surgery
• General Urology clinic for non-OR days
• Inpatient rounding as needed
• No call

Skills

Urology experience

Education

Physician Assistant Degree

NCCPA Certified (PA-C)

Job description

Urology Physician Assistant# Urology Physician Assistant## Location:Tacoma, WA - Tacoma Medical Center## Schedule:Full-time## Job Number:UROLO004501## Share the Job#### Urology Physician AssistantSocial shareYou've invested years developing the skills to provide exceptional care - and our model is designed to support you in doing just that. At Washington Permanente Medical Group, our physicians and physician assistants benefit from comprehensive practice and administrative support that allows them to focus on what matters most: their patients. From managing follow-up instructions and patient emails to helping connect patients with social services, we take care of many of the non-clinical responsibilities for you.Washington Permanente Medical Group (WPMG) is the clinician-led medical group that provides care exclusively for Kaiser Permanente members in Washington state. With over 1,300 clinicians across more than 30 specialties, WPMG is one of the largest and most respected multi-specialty group practices in the Pacific Northwest.**Summary**Kaiser Permanente-Washington Permanente Medical Group is seeking a 1.0 FTE Urology Physician Assistant to join our Tacoma Medical Center team in Tacoma, WA. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of an integrated care delivery system that prioritizes evidence-based medicine, patient-centered care, and physician collaboration.**Position Highlights:**This is a multi-disciplinary practice involving the full breadth of urology. There is a team spirit of collaboration with an emphasis on continuous learning, education, quality improvement, and standardization of care and best practices. We have a full multi-disciplinary team of surgeons, physician assistants, and robust support staff, including RNs and MAs. Travel between sites may be required.**Core components of this position include:*** First assist in surgery* General Urology clinic for non-OR days* Inpatient rounding as needed* No call**Compensation and Benefits*** **Salary Range:** **$145,017 to $170,609** *(salary will be prorated based on FTE, new hire salaries will be based on factors such as education, training and experience.)** **Value Based Incentive Program:** Annual bonus opportunity based on organizational and team-based performance on access, service and experience goals* **Generous Employer Retirement Contributions:**Upon eligibility, WPMG contributes a percent of your base salary to your 401(k), with optional employee contributions and immediate 100% vesting* **Cash Balance Pension Plan:**Provides an additional opportunity for pre-tax retirement savings* **Shareholder Track Program:** Defined pathway to WPMG shareholder status within a clinician-owned, clinician-led organization* **Comprehensive, Market-Leading Benefits*** **Generous Paid Time Off*** **Paid Annual Education Leave + Allowance*** **Leadership Development opportunities*** **Employer Paid Malpractice & Tail Coverage*** **Professional Licensure & Fee Reimbursement****New Hire Incentives:*** **Relocation Allowance:**Up to $13,000 *(based on location at time of offer)***Qualifications*** **Required:** Physician Assistant Degree* **Required:** NCCPA Certified (PA-C)* **Ability to obtain:** Unrestricted Federal DEA* **Ability to obtain:** WA State Medical License* **Preferred:** 2 years of experience in Urology**Community**Nestled on Puget Sound with stunning views of Mt. Rainier, Tacoma offers the perfect blend of urban energy and natural beauty. Just 35 miles south of Seattle, this vibrant city of over 220,000 residents is known for its thriving arts scene, walkable downtown, and welcoming neighborhoods. With a mix of big-city amenities, affordable living, and proximity to outdoor adventures, Tacoma is an ideal place to live, work, and explore.We are dedicated to building lifetime relationships with peers and patients throughout Washington State's many vibrant and unique communities. Many know the Pacific Northwest as an attractive tourist destination with beautiful scenery, friendly people, and a host of cultural and recreational opportunities. These elements, among others, make Washington an excellent place to live.**Our Inclusive Workforce**Washington Permanente Medical Group (WPMG) is committed to an inclusive workforce culture. WPMG has a focus on supporting all our physicians and professional staff in an inclusive environment, identifying community healthcare disparities, and providing education and tools in order to provide culturally responsive care in order to mitigate these disparities. If you have an interest in joining our inclusive workforce culture, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our mission to improve the health of our members and the communities that we serve.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, marital status, physical or mental disability, age, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.#### Urology Physician AssistantSocial share