Family Medicine Physician - DO/MD

Puyallup Tribal Health Authority

3 days ago

Tacoma, Washington$243K - $251KFull TimeFamily Medicine

✓ No Weekends

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Job Description

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible

This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.

About the Role

Join Puyallup Tribal Health Authority as a Family Medicine Physician – Loan Repayment in United States. Description Bring Your Heart for Service to a Community Where Your Work Truly Matters! Location: Puyallup Tribal Health Authority | Tacoma, WA | On-Site Status: Full-Time/Exempt Hiring Salary Range: $243,424.

Key Responsibilities

up care. Collaboration & Teamwork Work closely with a supportive team of medical providers, precepting mid

level clinicians as needed. Participate in after

care, and respect for Indigenous cultures, traditions, and values. Support infection control protocols and safety

Requirements

quality care. A genuine heart for service and respect for the Indigenous community. Why PTHA? We are more than a clinic — we're a culturally grounded, patient

first health and wellness center serving the Indigenous community. We value teamwork, integrity, and community well

being. Here, your work has meaning. Work in a mission

driven, accredited organization Serve a close

Benefits & Compensation

Salary: $243K - $251K

26 days PTO.

401(k) with employer match.

Student loan repayment assistance.

PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

Call responsibilities required.

This position offers competitive compensation, student loan benefits. Work with Puyallup Tribal Health Authority in United States.

Key Skills

Family medicineInternal medicinePatient careDiagnosisTreatment planningHealth educationClinical chartingElectronic health recordsPreceptingMentorshipPeer reviewQuality improvementCultural humilityACLSPALSALSO

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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Family Medicine Physician - DO/MD at Puyallup Tribal Health Authority a 4.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Family Medicine physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

Family Medicine — Physician Career Context

This Family Medicine position at Puyallup Tribal Health Authority is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Nationally, Family Medicine professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $265k, with the typical range spanning $200k to $340k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Compensation Analysis

Puyallup Tribal Health Authority lists compensation for this physician position at $243k to $251k annually.

This is approximately 7% below the national median for Family Medicine professionals, which is around $265k.

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Tacoma, Washington.

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a physician earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.

Why This Position Stands Out

No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
Transparent compensation ($243k–$251k)
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Family medicine, Internal medicine, Patient care, Diagnosis, Treatment planning, Health education, Clinical charting, Electronic health records. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Family Medicine role.

Core responsibilities: The physician will provide comprehensive medical care, including diagnosis and treatment, to a diverse patient population in an ambulatory setting. Additionally, they will participate in peer review, quality improvement initiatives, and provide mentorship to medical students and residents.

Benefits package: Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, 13 Vacation Days, 13 Sick Days, 18+ Holidays, 401k with Profit Sharing, Life Insurance. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

About WeekdayDoc

WeekdayDoc is the only healthcare job board that scores every position for burnout risk and work-life balance. Every listing includes a proprietary burnout score, transparent salary data when available, and lifestyle filters for no-call, no-weekends, and remote positions. Browse more Family Medicine physician jobs on WeekdayDoc to compare work-life balance scores and compensation across employers.