Seattle, WA - Physician - Med Dir - FT
Listed compensation
$378k-$428k
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time · on-site
- Call expectations
- Includes call
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
DESCRIPTION
TeamHealth is seeking a quality-driven physician to join our post-acute care
team in Seattle, Washington. This is a full-time opportunity
(5 days/week) rounding and providing medical directorship in skilled nursing
facilities, with excellent support and training, autonomy, and earning
potential. Compensation is fee for service with an estimated compensation range
of $378,000 to $428,000 annually and no cap on productivity income potential.
Medical directorship roles also include monthly stipends. Full time clinicians
are eligible for an excellent comprehensive benefits package to include: 401(k)
plan, health, dental and vision insurance, PTO, LTD, STD, FSA, group term life
insurance, and employee assistance program.
In this role, you'll provide high-quality care to a diverse patient population,
collaborate with an experienced multidisciplinary team, and build meaningful
relationships with patients and their families. You will have an opportunity to
deliver exceptional care during life's pivotal moments.
Our comprehensive clinical and operational leadership team will support your
transition into our medical practice with a comprehensive 3-month onboarding
program along with a dedicated clinical field mentor and support from industry
leading clinical experts in post-acute medicine. Growth and leadership
opportunities within this market are available as well.
Our innovative population health data reports will guide you towards optimal and
timely care for our patient population. The medical practice is part of TeamACO,
a dedicated long-term Accountable Care Organization participating in the
Medicare Shared Savings Program for our clinicians, which could result in you
receiving a portion of the shared savings if certain criteria are met.
Our Medical Director Leadership Academy (MDLA) will position you for success in
quality improvement initiatives, and collaboration with the facility leadership
as a valued partner of the team. This educational program is best-in-class and
not provided by any other organizations practicing post-acute medicine. Also,
medical directorship opportunities could provide a significant increase in your
income.
Key Responsibilities
* Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including medical histories and
physical exams
* Develop, implement, and adjust individualized care plans based on patient
needs
* Monitor progress and coordinate care to optimize outcomes
* Collaborate closely with physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare
professionals in a team approach
* Educate patients and families on health management and preventive strategies
* Maintain accurate, timely medical records in compliance with regulations
Qualifications
* Current physician license (State of Washington) and DEA
* Experience in post-acute, acute, ED, or clinic settings preferred, but not
required; new grads welcome to apply
* Strong clinical foundation and knowledge of healthcare regulatory standards
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Collaborative, team-oriented approach with a positive outlook
Why Join TeamHealth?
* Dedicated night call coverage for work-life balance
* Supportive clinical leadership and multidisciplinary team environment
* Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in post-acute patient care
* Strong earning potential with professional growth opportunities
Come join a team that values compassion, collaboration, and clinical excellence
while supporting your professional development and personal growth.
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City Caption
Seattle, Washington
City Description
The cosmopolitan city of Seattle is well known as the home of Pike Place Market
and the Space Needle, and there is much more to this waterfront metropolis. Home
to a large tech industry including Microsoft and Amazon, Seattle's residents
enjoy all the benefits of big-city living along with the opportunity to
experience the beauty of Mother Nature, fueled by its rainy climate. Surrounded
by water, mountains and evergreen forests, Seattle is known as one of the
fittest cities in the U. S., especially for walkers and bikers, and its location
makes it a mecca for all water sports. With its vast selection of activities
geared for both children and their parents, Seattle is an excellent place to
raise a family. Seattle Public Schools provide a quality education to more than
50,000 students in almost 100 schools across Seattle's neighborhoods. The most
popular neighborhoods in Seattle feature high-end single-family homes, and many
residents choose to buy in more affordable outlying areas. Seattle has the
highest per-capita music and dance attendance in the U. S., with 80 live music
clubs and 15 symphony orchestras, not to mention a number of professional
theaters and museums. Seattle's climate is oceanic, with cool, wet winters and
mild, relatively dry summers.
Job Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental, health, and vision insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health savings account
- Flex time off
- Professional liability insurance
- Access to more than 300 CME/CE offerings in TeamHealth's My Learning
- Ability to commute/relocate: Seattle, WA (required)
- Work location: in-person
Certifications
Key Skills
Hospital Medicine — Physician Career Context
Of the 38 active Hospital Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 5% are remote, 47% have no call, 37% require no weekends.
Hospital Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is up 5.3% 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 ~$403k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $377k 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 ~$403k midpoint, that is roughly $16k–$28k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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