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Gastroenterologist Hospitalist Physician

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health

Tacoma, WA

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Alliance/Partner Management, Autoimmune Disease, Clinical Assessment, Clinical Outcomes, Clinical Research, Clinical Support, Coaching, Communication Skills, Disease, Fellowship, Gastroenterology, HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome), Healthcare, Healthcare Quality, Hospital, Medicine, Nursing, Outpatient Care, Patient Care, Production Systems, Professional License, Quality Management, Quality of Care, Safety/Work Safety, Software Administration, System Integration (SI), Team Player, Training/Teaching, United States Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)
LOCATION
Tacoma, WA
POSTED
30+ days ago
**Job Summary and Responsibilities** Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a GI Hospitalist for the beautiful Puget Sound Region of Washington State. Franciscan Digestive Care Associates, part of The Center for Digestive Health at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, is recruiting a BC/BE gastroenterologist hospitalist to practice in Lakewood, WA. This is an excellent opportunity to practice in a collegial, multidisciplinary care environment with superb support staff. We pride ourselves in practicing high quality, evidence based, and patient centered medicine. Our ideal candidate will be an exceptional clinician with excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to patient-centered care and teamwork. Work includes one week on and one week off. Hours are 7a - 5p on weekdays with one night call per month. Weekdays include covering 2 hospitalis and weekend coverage is 1-2 hospitals. Weekends include Friday 5p - Monday 7a. Generally, there are 23 weekday blocks and 23 weekend blocks. APP support on the weekdays. The Center for Digestive Health in the great Puget Sound region is a destination program for the care of patients with digestive health concerns. Over 80 clinicians in gastroenterology and gastrointestinal surgery provide over 76,000 clinic visits, 55,000 endoscopic procedures and 9,000 surgeries annually across Virginia Mason Franciscan Health locations. The center is founded on providing the best possible clinical outcomes to the patients it serves with additional focus on innovation through research as well as training the next generation of experts and leaders in the field. Infrastructure includes a clinical research and analytics team, in addition to academic support. Several clinical and research fellowships are housed within the center and clinicians are engaged as faculty in training medical and surgical residents. About Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Virginia Mason Franciscan Health brings together two award winning health systems in Washington State - CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason. As one integrated health system with the most patient access points in western Washington our team includes 18,000 staff and nearly 5,000 employed physicians and affiliated providers. At Virginia Mason Franciscan Health you'll find expert, compassionate medical care at 11 hospitals and nearly 300 sites of care throughout the greater Puget Sound region. Our integrated health system has nearly 1,500 hospital beds including Bailey-Boushay House, the first skilled-nursing and outpatient chronic care management program in the United States designed specifically to meet the needs of people with HIV/AIDS; Benaroya Research Institute, internationally recognized for autoimmune disease research; and Virginia Mason Institute, a teaching organization which coaches health care professionals and others around the world in the Virginia Mason Production System, an innovative management method for improving quality and safety. Employment includes: Competitive compensation model and comprehensive benefits which include health, dental, vision, full malpractice coverage, CME, personal time off, and a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match. Sign-on and Relocation Assistance available. Puget Sound Region: We are based in the Pacific Northwest at the heart of the stunningly beautiful Puget Sound region of Washington. Here we enjoy mild weather and stunning views of Mount Rainier and the Olympic Mountains. The Puget Sound communities offer award-winning arts, cultural, and sporting events with national recognition. A region of economic and cultural diversity, The Puget Sound is a great place to work, play and raise a family. Learn more about our region and the different communities here! (https://www.vmfh.org/careers/living-in-the-puget-sound) Compensation is based on a salary of $597,408.00. \#HEC **Job Requirements** Candidate Qualifications: + BC/BE in gastroenterology + Ability to obtain a medical professional license in the State of WA. + Ability to obtain a DEA with full prescriptive authority needed for specific practice. + ERCP trained preferred. 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** $597,408 - $597,408 /year We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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