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MultiCare Health System
Yakima, Washington

Physician - Diagnostic Radiologist

RadiologyIncludes callNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$702k

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Job Description

Join a Team That Shares Your Calling

At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you’ll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.

FTE: 1.0, Shift: Day, Schedule: Variable

Annual Salary: $702,000 based on a 1.0 FTE

Position Summary

MultiCare is seeking a Diagnostic Radiologist skilled professional with an in-depth knowledge and understanding of interpreting medical images, providing accurate diagnosis and collaborating with medical teams for the best treatment plan for the MultiCare Yakima facilities. The Radiologists shall work closely with referring physicians, other radiology professionals and technologists to complete imaging studies in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

  • Reviewing and interpreting medical images to determine patient status and future medical care.
  • Determining the exact images protocols required for diagnosis and to Radiological Technologists.

Administering trace amounts of radioactive substances, contrast injections and medications to create and enhance diagnostic images when applicable.

Performing minimally invasive surgical techniques such as biopsy, pain procedures, paracentesis, thoracentesis, and arthrography with image guidance.

  • Collaborating with physicians to evaluate patient health and determine appropriate radiologic techniques.
  • Providing precise diagnosis and treatment recommendations based on the interpretation of imaging results.

Ensuring the safety of patients during radiologic examinations by following established safety procedures and regulations.

Staying updated with the latest advancements in radiology and participating in continuous professional development.

Provides direct patient care in a hospital setting to adults with acute and chronic medical conditions and who serves as a consultant to other physicians.

Performing interpretation of diagnostic radiologic studies generated in the sub modalities of computed tomography, general radiography, fluoroscopy, magnetic resonance imaging, nuclear medicine, DEXA, and ultrasonography.

Responsible for performing formal study interpretation, radiologic procedures, tumor board representation and consultation within the sub modalities of computed tomography, general radiography, magnetic resonance imaging, nuclear medicine, mammography and ultrasonography in collaboration with other health care providers.

The Radiologist may be assigned administrative or managerial responsibilities through participation in clinical, educational, and administrative committees, task groups or special projects.

Independently perform Imaging procedures such as paracentesis, thoracentesis, aspirations, FNAs abscess drain, fluoroscopy, joint injections including pre-MRI and CT arthrograms, fluoroscopy studies such as upper and lower GI studies, hysterosalpingograms, and abscess aspirations as applicable.

Adheres to unrestricted call requirements per MultiCare by-laws.

Requirements

Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (MD or DO) required. Active board certification by the American Board of Radiology or a graduate of a residency program which granted board eligibility in the practice of radiology by the American Board of Radiology.

License to practice medicine in Washington State required; current State medical license in good standing with medical board required.

About Yakima Memorial Hospital

MultiCare Yakima Memorial Hospital has served the Yakima Valley since 1950. This 226-bed, not-for-profit hospital features a multispecialty team across 20+ primary and specialty care locations, providing cardiac care, cancer care, pediatric trauma care, hospice and advanced care for children with special health needs.

Clinicians here care for a diverse patient population and make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, supportive environment where teams are valued and patients are grateful.

About the Yakima Community

Yakima enjoys 300 days of sunshine a year and a valley setting surrounded by desert hills and mountains. The area offers endless outdoor activities, from hiking, mountain biking and fishing to skiing, rafting and camping. Residents also enjoy rivers, lakes and scenic trails just minutes from home, along with a lower cost of living and a welcoming community — perfect for those who love an active outdoor lifestyle.

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 and Benefit Expectations

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Diagnostic radiologyMedical image interpretationPatient safetyClinical consultationRadiologic protocols

Radiology — Physician Career Context

Of the 50 active Radiology listings this role was benchmarked against, 18% are remote, 58% have no call, 48% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$702k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $656k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Radiology market look like in Washington?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$702kRadiology median $600k (middle half $528k–$700k)340 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$656k in purchasing powerWashington index 107.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Radiology listings in Washington36 active1,121 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 18% remote · 58% no call · 48% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Radiology pay trend+15.0% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$702k midpoint, that is roughly $28k–$49k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Radiologist Jobs

45 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

45 jobs · 12 employers
10
<$740k
5
$740k-830k
0
$830k-920k
30
$1000k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

42 jobs · 12 employers
401k / retirement match
88% this job
Sign-on bonus
64%
CME allowance
36%
Relocation assistance
33%
Loan repayment
10%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$500k-$1000k
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#3

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 5.1
Better work-life than 40% of Radiology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,111 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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  • Includes call
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About MultiCare Health System

Hospitals and Health Care
Tacoma, WA
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive salary
Medical, dental, and retirement benefits
Paid time off
Tuition assistance
Employee Assistance Programs

Living in Yakima

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$376k≈ 0.5× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,330/mo≈ 2% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
18 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
95.5
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 · Yakima, WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.