Primary Care Physician Assistant

You've invested years developing the skills to provide exceptional care — and our model is designed to support you in doing just that. At Washington Permanente Medical Group, our physicians benefit from comprehensive practice and administrative support that allows them to focus on what matters most: their patients.

From managing follow-up instructions and patient emails to helping connect patients with social services, we take care of many of the non-clinical responsibilities for you.

Washington Permanente Medical Group (WPMG) is the clinician-led medical group that provides care exclusively for Kaiser Permanente members in Washington state. With over 1,300 clinicians across more than 30 specialties, WPMG is one of the largest and most respected multi-specialty group practices in the Pacific Northwest.

Position Overview

Kaiser Permanente-Washington Permanente Medical Group is seeking a 0.8 FTE Primary Care Physician Assistant to join our Primary Care team at Smokey Point Medical Center in Marysville, Washington.

Ideal candidates will have experience with telehealth and digital health—or the flexibility to incorporate virtual care into their practice.

• This position is 100% outpatient with no call required.
• This is non-paneled position to support patient access for Primary Care.
• You will have an excellent balance of patients per day and work with a centralized Telehealth Medical Center team to support your patients 24/7.
• Inbox support team will manage up to 70% of your in-basket messages.
• AI Scribing & Summarization support to cut down charting time by half.
• In our integrated health care model our clinicians have instant access to dozens of specialties, which allows for a level of collaboration and comprehensive treatment your patients deserve.

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Compensation and Benefits

• Salary Range: $148,183 to $174,333 (this location is eligible for a location-based incentive, the salary will be prorated based on FTE, new hire salaries will be based on factors such as education, training and experience.)
• Value Based Incentive Program: Annual bonus opportunity based on organizational and team-based performance on access, service and experience goals
• Generous Employer Retirement Contributions: Upon eligibility, WPMG contributes a percent of your base salary to your 401(k), with optional employee contributions and immediate 100% vesting
• Cash Balance Pension Plan: Provides an additional opportunity for pre-tax retirement savings
• Shareholder Track Program: Defined pathway to WPMG shareholder status within a clinician-owned, clinician-led organization
• Comprehensive, Market-Leading Benefits
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Annual Education Leave + Allowance
• Leadership Development opportunities
• Employer Paid Malpractice & Tail Coverage
• Professional Licensure & Fee Reimbursement

New Hire Incentives

• Signing Bonus: New Hires are eligible to receive up to $40,000
• Relocation Allowance: Up to $13,000 (based on location at time of offer)

Qualifications

• Required: Physician Assistant Degree
• Required: NCCPA Certified (PA-C)
• Ability to obtain: Unrestricted Federal DEA
• Ability to obtain: WA State Medical License

Community

Smokey Point, is a dynamic and evolving community located in northern Snohomish County, approximately 38 miles north of Seattle. Smokey Point has since been incorporated into the cities of Arlington and Marysville, reflecting its growth and integration into the broader region.

The area offers a blend of suburban living with convenient access to urban amenities. Residents enjoy a variety of shopping and dining options, and recreational opportunities abound with parks, sports courts, playgrounds, and walking trails, fostering a community-focused environment.

With its strategic location near major transportation routes and ongoing community development, Smokey Point presents an attractive destination for professionals and families seeking a balanced lifestyle in the Pacific Northwest.

Learn more about life in Marysville, Washington

Our Inclusive Workforce

Washington Permanente Medical Group (WPMG) is committed to an inclusive workforce culture.

WPMG has a focus on supporting all our physicians and professional staff in an inclusive environment, identifying community healthcare disparities, and providing education and tools in order to provide culturally responsive care in order to mitigate these disparities.

If you have an interest in joining our inclusive workforce culture, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our mission to improve the health of our members and communities that we serve.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, marital status, physical or mental disability, age, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.