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Permanente Medicine
Seattle, Washington

Neurologist - Hourly Locum

Neurology 8.0 Work-LifeNo callPer Diem

Listed compensation

$163/hr

The week · per this posting

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

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 per diem Neurologist to join our team in the North region of the Puget Sound. This position will serve as a resource for clinical care between Capitol Hill Medical Center and Everett Medical Center based on service line needs.

Fellowship training is highly preferred, but not required. Candidates trained in

the following sub-specialty preferred:

  • Epilepsy
  • Movement Disorders
  • Neuroimmunology (MS)
  • Neuromuscular Disorders (EMG)

All applicants must possess a full range of clinical skills and an interest in working with an innovative group practice.

  • This position is 100% outpatient.
  • No hospital-based call.
  • 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.

Learn More about Capitol Hill Medical Center

Learn More about Everett Medical Center

Compensation and Benefits

  • Hourly Rate: $162.57
  • Employer Paid Malpractice & Tail Coverage
  • 401(k) Participation
  • Employer Contributions to Social Security

Qualifications

  • Required: Medical Degree MD/DO
  • Required: BC/BE Neurology
  • Preferred: BC/BE Fellowship Trained in: Epilepsy, Movement Disorders, Neuroimmunology (MS), and Neuromuscular Disorders (EMG)
  • Ability to obtain: Unrestricted Federal DEA
  • Ability to obtain: WA State Medical License

Community

Seattle, the vibrant heart of the Pacific Northwest, combines natural beauty with world-class opportunity. Framed by Puget Sound and Lake Washington, it offers stunning views, endless outdoor recreation, and a thriving arts and dining scene. Home to global innovators like Amazon, Microsoft, Boeing, and Starbucks, Seattle provides unmatched career potential, top schools, and an inclusive community with exceptional quality of life.

Learn more about life in Seattle, Washington

The city of Everett offers a unique blend of urban convenience and stunning natural beauty.

Located on the Puget Sound, just 30 minutes north of Seattle, Everett is known for its thriving aerospace industry, including the Boeing plant, as well as its bustling arts scene, waterfront parks, and easy access to outdoor adventures.

The city boasts affordable housing, a strong sense of community, and excellent schools. With a revitalized downtown, many dining options, and a close-knit atmosphere, Everett offers an ideal mix of work, play, and relaxation in the heart of the Pacific Northwest.

Learn more about life in Everett, 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.

Key Responsibilities

Provide outpatient neurological clinical care for Kaiser Permanente members across the Capitol Hill and Everett Medical Centers. Collaborate with a multi-specialty group practice to deliver comprehensive treatment while utilizing AI scribing tools for charting.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA LicenseBoard Certification

Key Skills

Outpatient Care

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Neurologist - Hourly Locum at Permanente Medicine a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 10% in Neurology — ranked against 476 active Neurology listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

Neurology — Physician Career Context

Permanente Medicine holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 75/100, 66 active listings.

Of the 40 active Neurology listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 55% have no call, 50% require no weekends.

Neurology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.6% 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

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Relocation assistance
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PSLF eligible
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 8.0
Among the best 10% of Neurology listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 476 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No call

Living in Seattle

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$881k
Typical market rent
$2,234/mo
Residents’ average commute
26 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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Benefits & Perks

Employer Paid Malpractice Coverage
Tail Coverage Included
401(k) Participation
Employer Contributions to Social Security