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MultiCare Health System
Tacoma, Washington

Physician - Neurology

NeurologyIncludes callNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$332,400

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 6mo ago

Job Description

You Belong Here. At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers, opportunities for growth, safe workplaces, and flexible schedules.

We are connected by our mission - partnering and healing for a healthy future - and dedicated to the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

FTE: 1.0 Shift: Day, Schedule: varies For more infomation, please contact kelly.graves@multicare.org Position Summary The MultiCare Health System Neurology Department is looking for a BE/BC Neurologist to join its thriving practice within the South Puget Sound region.

This opportunity offers excellent departmental collegiality with eighteen Neurology providers in the department, several with subspecialty practices. Currently the department experiences a low call burden call schedule with Neuro Hospitalists on staff for day coverage at three of our facilities.

Join a practice with a blend of general neurology and support in the subspecialty that you enjoy practicing in. You’ll find everything you need to excel in your job including outstanding facilities, comprehensive resources and talented teammates sharing your commitment to quality patient care.

Requirements Board certified/eligible in Neurology at time of employment 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?

Rooted in the local community – Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years Growth and education – Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in your future Well-being and support – Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared for at work and in life Living our values – Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other Belonging for all – Employee Resource Groups, inclusion initiatives and outreach programs support a workplace where every voice is valued Pacific Northwest lifestyle – Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life Pay and Benefit Expectations We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off.

As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $332,400.00 - $332,400.00 USD.

However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education.

If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align. Associated benefit information can be viewed here.

MultiCare’s roots in the Pacific Northwest go back to 1882, with the founding of Tacoma’s first hospital. Over the years, we’ve grown from a Tacoma-centric, hospital-based organization into the largest, community-based, locally governed health system in the state of Washington.

MultiCare's comprehensive system of health includes more than 300 primary, urgent, pediatric and specialty care locations across Washington, Idaho and Oregon, as well as 13 hospitals.

We welcome patients from the entire Pacific Northwest region and our 20,000-plus team members — including employees, providers and volunteers — proudly care for the communities we serve. Without a doubt, our organization has changed over the years.

But what has never changed, throughout our long history, has been our dedication to the health and wellness of the people of the Pacific Northwest.

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Key Responsibilities

The Neurologist will join a thriving practice within the South Puget Sound region, collaborating with eighteen Neurology providers, some specializing in subspecialties. The role involves a blend of general neurology practice supported by subspecialty interests and benefits from a low call burden schedule with Neuro Hospitalists covering day shifts at three facilities.

Requirements

Candidates must be Board Certified or Eligible in Neurology by the time of employment and licensed in the state of Washington. Required credentials include DEA, NPI, prescriptive authority, and current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification from the American Heart Association.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA LicenseBoard Certification

Key Skills

Board EligibleWA State LicensureDEA AuthorityBLS CertificationSubspecialty Practice

Neurology — Physician Career Context

MultiCare Health System ranks #10 of 13 employers hiring Neurologist on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

Of the 50 active Neurology listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 54% have no call, 50% require no weekends.

Neurology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.5% 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)), so the posted ~$332k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $311k 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 ~$332k midpoint, that is roughly $13k–$23k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Neurologist Jobs

23 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution23 jobs · 15 employers

6
<$370k
2
$370k-430k
8
$430k-490k
2
$490k-550k
5
$550k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks20 jobs · 15 employers

401k / retirement match
80% this job
CME allowance
55%
Sign-on bonus
50%
Loan repayment
25%
Relocation assistance
25%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Interventional Neurologist - Physician

Endeavor Health · Arlington Heights, Illinois

$540k-$649k
#2

Physician, Neurologist - Full Scope, Napa (Full Time)

NorthBay Health · Fairfield, California

$350k-$628k
#3

General Neurologist - Aurora, IL

$400k-$550k
#4

Physician Atlanta GA

$450k – $550k
+ 21 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 5.1
Better work-life than 40% of Neurology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 474 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No nights
  • Includes call

Living in Tacoma

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$488k≈ 1.5× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,740/mo≈ 6% of gross pay
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.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. 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

Low call burden
Neuro Hospitalists for day coverage
Tuition assistance
Generous PTO
Employee Assistance Programs
Retirement benefits
Medical and dental benefits