Details
Posted: 22-Aug-24
Location: Lynnwood, Washington
Salary: Open
Categories:
Physicians/Surgeons
Internal Number: RHEUM003478
About Us
Washington Permanente Medical Group (WPMG) is a clinician-led, self-governed and independent multi-specialty group practice, providing care to the more than 700,000 Kaiser Permanente patients in Washington state. We work unencumbered by traditional health care obstacles and without silos; prioritizing people over profits, collaboration over ego, and driven by a singular goal: our patients' health. At WPMG, we take care of the whole person, with a team to address the fundamental, social, and emotional needs that contribute to total health. We are clinicians motivated by the desire to make a purposeful difference in the communities we serve, and in how health care is delivered.
We are looking for people to join us who understand that being a leader doesn't always come with a job title; it's about who you are, what you believe, and how you show up every day.
- People who work to know, respect, and guide their colleagues and patients.
- People who focus on serving their team and the people they take care of by inspiring, including and holding themselves and each other accountable for everything they do.
- People who have the courage to commit, improve, and work with others to find solutions to help make this the best place to give care and the best place to get care.
Summary
Kaiser Permanente-Washington Permanente Medical Group- is seeking a full-time (0.8 FTE) salaried locum Rheumatologist to join our Lynnwood Medical Center team in Lynnwood, Washington.
Lynnwood Medical Center is comprised of Family and Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Occupational Medicine, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Social Work Services. Lab, Pharmacy, and Radiology on site. Office hours are 8am - 6pm Monday and Tuesday, 8am - 5pm Wednesday through Friday.
As a condition of employment, all clinicians and employees are required to verify COVID-19 vaccination status. As part of the pre-boarding process and before starting work, you will be required to verify your vaccination status, and will be provided an opportunity to apply for an accommodation based on a religious or medical reason, if needed.
Compensation and Benefits
The entire salary range for this position is $257,966 to $303,489 and will be prorated based on FTE. Placement of new hires will be in the range of $257,966 to $288,314 based on factors such as education, training or experience.
Benefits include: Full malpractice indemnification (including tail coverage), medical benefits, 401(k), paid vacation, post-graduate educational leave, postgraduate funding, employer contributions to social security.
Community
Lynnwood is the fourth-largest city in Snohomish County, with a population of 36,485, located 16 miles north of Seattle and 13 miles south of Everett. The city is considered suburban in nature and acts as a bedroom community for job centers in Seattle, Everett and Bellevue. It has one of the largest concentrations of retail in the region, anchored by the Alderwood Mall and businesses along major streets. The city is home to Edmonds Community College, the Lynnwood Convention Center, and the Lynnwood Transit Center, located in the developing city center. Less than 20-minutes from Lynnwood, boating, wildlife, white water rivers, salmon fishing, skiing, native timber and Native American culture are a welcome respite.
We are dedicated to building lifetime relationships with peers and patients in Washington State's richly diverse 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, and others, make Washington an excellent place to live.
Equity, Inclusion and Diversity
In our local communities and across the nation, Kaiser Permanente sets the standard for respectful care. With multicultural staff, equity, inclusion and diversity councils, medical interpretation resources, outreach efforts, educational programs and more, Kaiser Permanente puts people first in our medical centers and beyond.
As part of Kaiser Permanente, Washington Permanente Medical Group (WPMG) seeks to create equity in our communities, eliminate health disparities, and always put patients--the heart of everything we do--first.
Following the guidelines in our National Diversity Agenda, every member of our team strives to:
- Provide culturally responsive and appropriate medical care to improve the health and satisfaction of all people in our increasingly diverse membership
- Recruit and retain clinicians and staff that enhance our workforce
- Grow our membership by providing exceptional service and clinical care to all communities in our region
Creating a diverse workforce, an inclusive environment, and equitable opportunity for employment, growth, and advancement are deeply linked to our mission, our business, and our economic future. WPMG continues to add programs that build and maintain a workplace where we engage with our members, communities, and each other--with dignity, respect, and cultural understanding.
Equal Employment Opportunity
As part of our commitment to our employees and the members and patients we serve, we integrate diversity into all aspects of our operations. Maintaining a workforce with industry-leading levels of diversity through deliberate planning, development, and outreach is critical to fulfilling our mission, sustaining our business objectives, and providing the best level of care to our members and patients. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.
