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Anacortes, Washington

ISLAND HEALTH - HM - STAFF PHYSICIAN

Hospital MedicineFull-Time

Listed compensation

$146 hourly

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Job Description

Are you ready to practice hospital medicine surrounded by breathtaking coastal views and a Pacific Northwest charm? Join TeamHealth at Island Health, recognized as one of the Top 100 Rural Hospitals in the U.S.; known for providing compassionate, high-quality care to the residents of Anacortes, Washington, and surrounding communities.

TeamHealth is seeking a full-time, board-certified family medicine/internal medicine physician with 1-2 years working hospitalist experience to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity to practice in a supportive, collegial environment that values teamwork, balance, and clinical excellence.

Island Health is a Level III community hospital and Level II Stroke Center with 43 total beds and a 6-bed open ICU. Enjoy a block schedule of day shifts only from 7a-7p, while overseeing 17-18 total patient encounters per shift.

Our hospitalist team does handle vent management as the only required procedure within the open ICU and have tele-ICU available 24/7 as needed for back-up support. From 7p-7a we have a tele-hospitalist team overseeing the night shift, that typically consists of 2-5 admissions with RRT available 24/7 when needed.

Our established ED team will respond to all codes as needed. Island Health utilizes Meditech Expanse with Dragon Dictation for their EMR, and we have most specialty support in place for any consults that are needed throughout the shift and onsite helipad available for transfers.

Position Overview

  • Join a collaborative and dynamic team focused on high-quality patient care and strong communication
  • Work in a respected, physician-led company with more than four decades of experience honing every aspect needed to support our clinician teams, so that you can do what you do best
  • Competitive compensation based on a combination of hourly rates, RVUs, and quality bonus components, with estimated annual compensation of $146 - $146 hourly; this role is benefits eligible as a W-2 clinician
  • Full-time clinicians are eligible for an excellent and comprehensive benefits package to include: 401(k) plan, health, dental and vision insurance, LTD, STD, FSA, and group term life insurance
  • Flexible scheduling and supportive clinical leadership

Ready to take the next step in your clinical career with TeamHealth? Apply today to learn more!

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City Caption

Anacortes, WA

City Description

Twelve-and-a-half miles of saltwater shoreline and five freshwater lakes make Anacortes, Washington, a paradise for water-lovers. This city hosts a myriad of recreational activities for all ages, interests, and skill levels. Anacortes is homeport for numerous sailing and power yacht charters.

Here you can enjoy sailing, power boating, whale watching, hiking, kayaking, mountain biking, golf, camping, sport fishing, bird watching, scuba diving, beachcombing, and much more. There are four full-service marinas and three public boat launches.

Take the Washington State Ferry from Anacortes to the San Juan Islands, a haven for marine mammals and countless other species, including killer whales. Watch pods of Orca whales feed in the waters of Puget Sound, or visit Fidalgo Island, home to sea life ranging from sea stars and octopus to otters and seals. The public beaches and tidepools represent an exciting opportunity for curious children.

This island is home to an underwater state park. Anacortes provides spectacular views of Mount Erie Park that rises 1,300 feet above the town. Just minutes away the busiest park in the state, Deception Pass Bridge brings spectacular views and unique stretches of beach.

Facility Caption

Island Hospital

Facility Description

Island Hospital is a 43-bed community hospital, a designated Level III trauma facility and a Level II stroke center. Cardiac care, cancer care, a birth center, pain clinic and hyperbaric wound care center are just a few of the services available for patients. Island Hospital employs more than 750 staff members and has five family care clinics, as well as six specialty clinics.

Island Hospital is a public hospital district, (Skagit County Public Hospital District No. 2) comprising boundaries include Fidalgo, Cypress, Guemes and Sinclair islands. Five publicly elected Commissioners govern the hospital district to ensure best practices are fairly enforced, monitor facility upgrades and see to the enhancement of community services offered to residents of the district.

Job Benefits

  • W2 contract
  • Free and unlimited CMEs from within our internal database of over 300K
  • Paid professional liability insurance including tail coverage
  • Access to TeamHealth's clinician wellness program and referral program
  • Association with a leading clinician practice in the U.S.
  • Practice with confidence as a member of TeamHealth's national Patient Safety Organization

Key Responsibilities

The staff physician will provide high-quality hospitalist care, including managing patient encounters and performing necessary procedures within the open ICU. The role involves working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure excellent clinical outcomes and effective communication.

Requirements

Candidates must be board-certified in family medicine or internal medicine with 1-2 years of hospitalist experience. The role requires the ability to manage vents and work effectively within a community hospital setting.

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Stroke careICU management

Hospital Medicine — Physician Career Context

Of the 40 active Hospital Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 83% have no call, 25% require no weekends.

Hospital Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is down 7.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

What does the Hospital Medicine market look like in Washington?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score7.2 / 10 · top 5% in hospital medicineranked against 1,099 Hospital Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$304kHospital Medicine median $353k (middle half $275k–$588k)25 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$284k in purchasing powerWashington index 107.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Hospital Medicine listings in Washington43 active1,096 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 83% no call · 25% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedWashington physician listings (all specialties): 31% state a sign-on bonus (median $40k) · 18% offer loan repayment515 active listings, Nov 2026
Hospital Medicine hiring demand#18 of 28 specialtiespostings stay open a median 49 daysWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 402 postings, 440 closed
New Hospital Medicine listings412 in the last 30 days389 the 30 days before (+6%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Hospital Medicine pay trend−7.2% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Implied production pay~$250k$50/wRVU × 5,000 wRVUsCMS CPT frequencies; WeekdayDoc listing median $/wRVU
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (1,099 Hospital Medicine listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), CMS Physician Fee Schedule, WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates ISLAND HEALTH - HM - STAFF PHYSICIAN at Team Health a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 5% in Hospital Medicine — ranked against 1,099 active Hospital Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc.

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$304k midpoint, that is roughly $12k–$21k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Hospital Medicine Jobs

16 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

16 jobs · 7 employers
11
<$320k
1
$336k
1
$355k
2
$366k
1
$900k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

15 jobs · 7 employers
401k / retirement match
100% this job
Sign-on bonus
20%
Loan repayment
20%
Relocation assistance
13%
PSLF eligible
13%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Physician - Hospital Medicine - Providence Regional Medical Center Everett

Vituity · Everett, Washington

$275k-$900k
#2

Physician - Hospitalist - Swing Shift

MultiCare Health System · Yakima, Washington

$358k-$366k
#3

Physician - Hospitalist (Swing Shift)

$358k-$366k
#4

Hospitalist

$355,080+
+ 14 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 2.1this job 7.2
Among the best 10% of Hospital Medicine listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,099 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Team Health

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5,001-10,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

401(k) plan
Health, dental and vision insurance
LTD
STD
FSA
Group term life insurance
Free and unlimited CMEs
Paid professional liability insurance including tail coverage

Living in Anacortes

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$730k
Typical market rent
$2,550/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
102.4
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.