Physician - Preceptor FM/OB

About Tacoma General Hospital

MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital, in the heart of Tacoma, WA, is a 367-bed regional medical center delivering cutting-edge care. With a 24-hour Emergency Department, Level II Adult Trauma Center, advanced cardiac, neurological, orthopedic and robotic surgery, Tacoma General combines innovation with compassionate care. Home to the MultiCare Regional Cancer Center, a Family Birth Center and specialized neonatal care in partnership with Mary Bridge Children’s, our collaborative, mission-driven teams offer a rewarding environment for career growth and professional excellence.

About The Tacoma Community

Tacoma, just 30 miles south of Seattle, blends big-city amenities with the beauty of the Pacific Northwest. From scenic waterfronts and mountain trails to vibrant arts, dining and brewery scenes, Tacoma offers something for everyone — outdoor enthusiasts, families and young professionals alike. With strong schools and universities, it’s a city where you can live, work and play.

Position Summary

The Physician Preceptor – MedAc provides direct and indirect supervision of residents, fellows, and/or medical students in an outpatient teaching environment. The Physician Preceptor – MedAc will teach within the clinic environment, seeing patients with the learner(s) when appropriate. The Physician Preceptor – MedAc may be board certified in any of several specialties. When they are teaching and seeing patients, they will do so within their particular area(s) of clinical expertise.

Responsibilities

• Supervision of care provided by residents, fellows, and/or medical students in an ambulatory environment
• Provide direct supervision for procedures performed by learners within preceptor’s area(s) of clinical expertise
• Complete all chart documentation for teaching/supervisory activities within expected timeframe, as determined by the Program Director
• Provide subject matter expertise and consultation to learners within area(s) of the preceptor’s clinical expertise
• At the discretion of the Program Director, may contribute to development of educational modules and curricular tools within their area(s) of clinical expertise

Requirements

• Board certified in primary specialty, which may be FM, IM, EM, Gen Surg, Ortho, Med/Peds, OBGYN or any specialty approved by the ABMS and acceptable to the Program Director
• Unrestricted WA state medical license by time of employment
• At least 2 years of relevant clinical experience preferred
• Certification/Experience in primary specialty which is acceptable to the Program Director
• Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification by 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 — Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.
• Well-being and support — Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.
• Living our values — Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.
• Belonging for all — Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.
• Pacific Northwest lifestyle — Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.

Pay

The pay scale is $130.00 - $130.00 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.

For more information, contact: kelly.graves@multicare.org