What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Director of Pediatric Emergency Medicine position at MultiCare Health System?
Where Kids and Families are Always First
MultiCare Mary Bridge Children's Hospital is the state-designated Level II Pediatric Trauma Center and the only pediatric hospital in Washington's South Sound Region dedicated to a comprehensive network of health services for children and adolescents. Our vision is to be the highest quality and safest place for children to receive care, where every child has a medical home and is supported by nationally recognized services and experience.
Mary Bridge Children's multi-disciplinary approach to care includes pediatric experts for emergency services, inpatient care, and outpatient specialty clinics, all specializing in kids and their unique needs. We're continually recognized as a 'Top Children's Hospital' by The Leapfrog Group, an independent hospital rating organization.
Highlights of Opportunity:
Building a new children's hospital to open in 2026
ED cares for over 50k patients annually
Opportunity to serve as a pediatric subject matter expert to influence pediatric care across MultiCare
Planning for a pediatric residency in 2027 and potential PEM fellowship in 2030s
Flexible hours allowing for a work/life balance
Leadership development through MultiCare offered to support ongoing professional needs
Vibrant community in beautiful western Washington
FTE: 1.0, Shift: varies, Schedule: varies
Compensation is $262,721-$291,912 based on a 1.0 FTE.
This position is a .6 FTE clinical/.4 FTE Division Medical Director opportunity. The ideal candidate will have a strong record of leadership skills and education.
Medical Director Duties Include (but not limited to):
Attend monthly Medical Director and leadership meetings.
Regular rounding with Medical Directors
Quarterly President's Council Attendance, MOR as needed.
Holds Physician/APP's accountable to performance expectations.
Facilitates and supports interdepartmental communication and collaboration.
Works with operational leadership to provide direction for program departmental physicians.
Mentor new Medical Directors
Model and ensure professional behavior.
Review and recommend new medical developments, practices and techniques.
Collaborate with Medical Staff and attend MEC meetings as needed.
Support Medical Staff Recruitment
Advocate for resources, programs, and policies within Mary Bridge.
Work with Quality Medical Director to drive CPGs.
Work with Clinical Director to develop financial plans for clinical program development.
Be accountable and actively involved in system LEM goals yearly.
What We Have to Offer:
Competitive compensation package including sign-on and relocation
Excellent benefits including medical, dental, annual leave, CME, retirement, and malpractice insurance (including tail)
Generous time off to support work/life balance
Career growth options with student loan repayment and leadership opportunities
Research opportunities, both industry-sponsored clinical trials and investigator-initiated research, in collaboration with dedicated Research Institute staff
Wellness program including dedicated mental health services and leadership and wellness coaching
Enjoy life in the Pacific Northwest with breathtaking water, mountain, and forest views at every turn
Contact Carla Voss at carla.voss@multicare.org
Position Summary
MultiCare Health System is seeking a BC/BE Pediatric Emergency Physician to join our well-established, thriving and comprehensive practice. Providers at MultiCare are recognized as being among the best in the Northwest Region. Here, you'll find everything you need to excel in your job including outstanding facilities, comprehensive resources and talented teammates in partnering for healing and a healthy future.Requirements
- Board certified/eligible at time of employment
- Licensed in the state of WA by the time of employment
- DEA, NPI & prescriptive authority
- Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification by the American Heart Association
Why Mary Bridge Children's?
- Mission-driven:Partnering for healing and a healthy future for the patients and communities we serve
- Award-winning:Named 'Top Children's Hospital' for five years by the Leapfrog Group; physicians consistently named on 'Top Doctors' lists by Seattle Magazine, Seattle Met and the Tacoma News Tribune
- Growing: New pediatric hospital facility and medical office building opening in 2026
- Leading research:MultiCare Institute for Research & Innovation partners with our pediatric providers, offering ground-breaking research and clinical trials
- Employee-centric:MultiCare is consistently ranked among "America's Best Employers by State" by Forbes
- Lifestyle:Live and work in the Pacific Northwest surrounded by breathtaking mountain, forest and water views
- Explore our services atmarybridge.org
Pay and Benefit Expectations
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $264,718.00 - $294,131.00 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.Associated benefit information can be viewed here.
MultiCare is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V
Salary : $264,718 - $294,131
