General Nephrologist role (1.0 FTE) providing outpatient clinic care and inpatient consults, based at Virginia Mason Medical Center in downtown Seattle with additional regional clinic coverage. You’ll join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health (CommonSpirit Health) — a large Puget Sound health system known for high-quality, team-based care. Standout perk: competitive compensation with attractive benefits including malpractice coverage and supported physician wellness.
- Competitive pay with malpractice coverage
- Collegial, supportive nephrology team
- CME, teaching, and growth opportunities
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health (VMFH) is fulfilling our vision of transforming healthcare by expanding our team. We have an opportunity for a 1.0 FTE Nephrologist based at Virginia Mason Medical Center downtown Seattle location and additionally providing services to our regional medical centers.
Our providers say they join our organization for the reputation of high-quality care and they stay for the teamwork and relentless focus on patient experience and outcomes. Work at an institution with leadership and colleagues that value compassion, integrity, excellence, inclusion, and collaboration.
Aspects of the General Nephrology position:
Position information: Outpatient Clinics: We typically see patients in clinic on 30-minute follow-up and 60-minute new patient intervals and receive consultation requests both locally and regionally within the Pacific Northwest. Our team is a clinically focused collegial group of nephrologists, who enjoy collaborating and supporting each other. Inpatient Services: Our nephrologist oversees a busy inpatient consultative service at Virginia Mason Medical Center. The hospital is home to a Virginia Mason Kidney and Pancreas Transplant Program and is a destination center for advanced cardiac services within the region.
Clinical excellence: Nephrology is looking to hire a general nephrologist to provide high quality compassionate patient-centered nephrology care. This nephrologist will be employed by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Physician Enterprise. This nephrologist will be based at our downtown location. They will see patients at our downtown Seattle location outpatient clinic and perform inpatient consultative services at Virginia Mason Medical Center. They will also be engaged in an outpatient clinic at one of our regional medical centers within the Seattle metropolitan area.
Team based approach: Our nephrology team focuses on providing appropriate, compassionate, and state-of-the art surgical and medical care for our patients. Our staff and physicians comprise a dedicated and collaborative team that support each other and work together to create a positive work environment.
Learning opportunities: Nephrology supports opportunities for continuing medical education, teaching, and professional growth. Based on the candidate’s skills and interests, leadership and growth opportunities are available.
Innovation: Our culture promotes new approaches, best practice standards and continual improvement for both patient and team member safety using our Virginia Mason Production System with the vision of being the quality leader in healthcare.
Compensation
A competitive compensation model that incentivizes clinical productivity, teamwork, and the highest quality care. This position has an attractive benefits package including medical malpractice coverage.Commitment to our patients and our mission: Work with a committed and caring team of physicians, allied health providers, nurses, medical assistants, and clinical support team members, all of whom are committed to the VMFH mission of improving the health and wellbeing of our patients. We are proud of our strong quality outcomes, our focus on continuous improvement, our innovative care delivery models and our positive work environment. We recognize that team members and patient experience are intertwined and prioritize the engagement of our staff, providers and patients. Physician wellness is valued and actively supported. We are growing and expanding our practice to meet the needs of our patient population in the region and are eager to have skilled and like-minded individuals join our team.
Compensation Range is $340,000 - $400,000
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Job Requirements
BE/BC in nephrology
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
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
$340,000 - $400,000 /year