Urgent Care Physician Assistant, Float Pool North ...

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. Summary Kaiser Permanente-Washington Permanente Medical Group is seeking a full-time (0.8 FTE) Urgent Care Physician Assistant to join our Float Pool north region team that includes; Bellevue, Everett and Capitol Hill Medical Center, Washington. JOB SUMMARY The Physician Assistant - Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care at Washington Permanente Medical Group (WPMG) partners with WPMG physician colleagues in urgent and emergent care throughout the Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of Washington (KFHPWA) delivery system to provide great patient care. This position provides urgent and emergent diagnostic, preventative, and therapeutic health services to patients in a 24x7x365 ambulatory setting with advanced capabilities to see higher acuity cases than typically seen in a traditional urgent care. This position will provide care at multiple locations within defined service zones to ensure appropriate access to care is maintained, as directed by Service Line leadership. PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Expected to be available to work all shifts including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays to meet the business needs of the department. Expected to have flexibility to work at multiple locations Demonstrates consistent and reliable diagnostic and therapeutic judgment. Supports clinical initiatives. Maintains proficiency in field by attending courses and continued training. Actively works to continually learn and apply new skills. Complies with all state and federal regulations, in addition practices in accordance with WPMGKFHPWA approved procedures, guidelines and protocols. Complies with rules and regulations of the hospital pertaining to Medical Records, codesemergenciesdisasters, professional and ethical standards. Demonstrates flexibility and ability to work effectively and as a team member. Ability to quickly adapt to new team members and norms. Regularly attends and participates in team meetings. Partners with team to develop protocols. Supports goals of the department. Communicates effectively with patients, clinicians, families, nursing, and all levels of clinical staff. Participates in problem solving of consumer complaints. Actively participates in initiatives to increase patient access. Partners with patient in management of care. Demonstrates that patients come first. Ensures all pertinent patient care information is documented in the patient medical record in accordance with current standards and uses technology to manage the clinical practice. Promotes the use and understanding of evidence-based clinical guidelines to provide high-quality primary care. Evaluates procedural requests and reviews medical records to ensure appropriate plan of care is developed. Develops, implements, reviews and maintains associated informed consent orders and instructions. Seeks and offers appropriate and timely consultations consistent with protocols. Orders medication within prescriptive authority and promotes the use of the KFHPWA formulary. Demonstrates knowledge of and participates in WPMG business initiatives. Orders lab, pharmacy, radiology, and special tests appropriately. Actively promotes WPMGKFHPWA as the best place to practice and receive care within the communicates we serve. Translates and communicate WPMG Vision, Mission, and performance to staff; ensuring appropriate recognition for successes and excellence in performance with team members. Effectively uses daily management systemLEAN tools. Other Duties as Assigned. JOB SPECIFICATIONS EDUCATION REQUIRED DESCRIPTION PREFERRED Minimum Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED DESCRIPTION PREFERRED Minimum Certification from the National Committee on Certification of Physician Assistants Current Washington State license EXPERIENCE REQUIRED DESCRIPTION PREFERRED Experience in Emergency Department setting 2 years of experience FTE Commitment REQUIRED DESCRIPTION PREFERRED Minimum Maintain 0.3 clinical FTE count within the Urgent Care department (patient facing care on site) 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 $133,159.00 to $156,658.00 and will be prorated based on FTE. Placement of new hires will be in the range of $133,159.00 to $148,825.00 based on factors such as education, training or experience. Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, basic life, and disability insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our companys 401k plan, receive employer contributions to the 401(k) plan, and enroll in our cash balance pension plan. Employees will also receive four weeks of paid vacation leave every year and eight paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and will receive continuing medical education leave and funding. Community The North Region is home to the Greater Seattle area. This region is known for alternative rock, coffee, and the tech sector. There is a great blend of dense urban environments like Seattle and more suburban open areas such as Everett and Lynnwood for every lifestyle. We are dedicated to building lifetime relationships with peers and patients in Washington States richly inclusive 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. 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 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. Qualifications Education Required Physician Assistant or better. Experience Required Maintain 0.3 clinical FTE count within the Urgent Care department (patient facing care on site) Certification from the National Committee on Certification of Physician Assistants Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program BEBC required All applicants must have an unrestricted Washington State Medical License and Federally Issued DEA license. All applicants must possess a full range of clinical skills and an interest in working with an innovative group practice. Preferred 2 years: Experience in Emergency Department setting Licenses & Certifications Required DEA License Washington Medical Lic Emergency Med Services

Created: 2025-10-02