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MultiCare Health System
Tacoma, Washington

Physician - Neurosurgery

SurgeryNo nightsPer Diem

Listed compensation

$432.69/hr

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Job Description

Shape the future of neuroscience care with us

At MultiCare Neuroscience Institute, we believe exceptional care begins with exceptional people. That’s why we’ve built a culture of kindness and collaboration and a community where teamwork and professional growth aren’t just aspirations, but daily realities.

As we rapidly expand our reach and capabilities, we’re committed to empowering our providers to be bold, innovative and patient-centric. You’ll find a supportive environment that values your expertise while leveraging the resources and technology you need to deliver transformative care.

Whether you’re looking to advance your research, take on leadership opportunities, or be part of strategic initiatives that expand access to quality care, you’ll find your place in our growing community of dedicated professionals.

Join a highly respected and growing neurosurgery team at MultiCare Neuroscience Institute in Spokane, Washington. You’ll practice in a collaborative, patient-centered environment with outstanding clinical support, advanced technology, and strong multidisciplinary partnerships.

MultiCare providers are consistently recognized among the top in the Northwest—backed by exceptional facilities, comprehensive resources, and a culture that values excellence, teamwork, and work-life balance.

The surgeons with MultiCare Neurosurgery are highly skilled and have access to some of the region’s best and latest imaging, diagnostic equipment and treatment facilities. They collaborate with many other specialists and medical professionals throughout the community, providing patients a full spectrum of care, from diagnosis and treatment, through recovery.

  • FTE: PRN, Shift: Day, Schedule: Varies based on need
  • Hourly Rate: $432.69/hr
  • For more information, contact kelly.graves@multicare.org

Position Summary

MultiCare Health System is seeking a BC/BE Neurosurgery Hospitalist to join our well-established, thriving and comprehensive practice. Providers at MultiCare are recognized as being among the best in the Northwest Region. Here, you’ll find everything you need to excel in your job including outstanding facilities, comprehensive resources and talented teammates in partnering for healing and a healthy future.

Requirements

  • Board certified/eligible in Neurosurgery at time of employment
  • Stroke specialty training preferred
  • Licensed in the state of WA by the time of employment
  • DEA, NPI & prescriptive authority
  • Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification by the American Heart Association

Why MultiCare Neuroscience Institute?

Patient-centered Care

Expert guidance and seamless support across every stage of a patient’s neurological journey.

Collaborative Team

Join a growing group of neurologists, neurosurgeons, and advanced practitioners, working across specialties with strong clinic-hospital partnerships.

Robust Support

Clinical, administrative and IT resources that allow you to focus on patient care and grow your practice

Award-winning Care

Recognized for stroke quality, research innovation and high standards in neurological care.

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.

Key Responsibilities

The Neurosurgery Hospitalist will provide comprehensive neurosurgical care within a collaborative, patient-centered environment. Responsibilities include performing diagnostic and treatment procedures while working alongside multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA LicenseBoard Certification

Key Skills

Multidisciplinary collaborationSurgical proceduresImaging technology

Surgery — Physician Career Context

Of the 36 active Surgery listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 94% have no call, 89% require no weekends.

Surgery pay on WeekdayDoc is down 11.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 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.

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks28 jobs · 5 employers

401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
21%
CME allowance
11%

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 5.1
Better work-life than 50% of Surgery listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,067 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No nights

Living in Tacoma

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$488k
Typical market rent
$1,740/mo
Residents’ average commute
29 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
111.1
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About MultiCare Health System

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

Benefits & Perks

Associated benefit information can be viewed here