Pays $305k — Palliative Care market median is ~$260k (19 jobs) · Above average in Palliative Care for work-life (5.1/10, vs 95 in this specialty)
Physician - Palliative Care
About the Role
Day shift, no nights. Palliative care physician. Yakima, WA.
Join MultiCare Health System as a Palliative Care Physician – No Nights, Day Shift in Yakima, Washington, United States. 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.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $305,000 annually.
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Retirement Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Day shift only - no nights.
This position offers day shifts only, competitive compensation. Work with MultiCare Health System in Yakima, Washington, United States.
Key Responsibilities
The Palliative Care Physician will provide comprehensive care to patients within a multidisciplinary group practice setting. They will collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality, patient-centered healing and support.
Requirements
Candidates must be board certified or eligible in palliative care and have completed a palliative care fellowship. A valid medical license in the state of Washington, along with DEA and NPI credentials, is required by the time of employment.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Palliative Care — Physician Career Context
Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 9.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$305k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $285k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$305k midpoint, that is roughly $12k–$21k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 5.1/10 on work-life balance for Palliative Care roles.
Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...
Benefits analysis: Compared to 19 similar roles, this listing's benefits package ranks...
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