Dermatologist - Hourly Locum
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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 Dermatologist to join our Capitol Hill Medical Center team in Seattle, Washington.
All applicants must possess a full range of clinical skills and an interest in working with an innovative group practice.
- 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
Compensation and Benefits
- Hourly Rate: $233.86
- Call Stipend: Additional stipend for Call responsibilities.
- Employer Paid Malpractice & Tail Coverage
- 401(k) Participation
- Employer Contributions to Social Security
Qualifications
- Required: Medical Degree MD/DO
- Required: BC/BE Dermatology
- 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 an exceptional quality of life.
Learn more about life in Seattle, WA
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 exceptional dermatological care to Kaiser Permanente members at the Capitol Hill Medical Center. Collaborate with a multi-specialty group practice to deliver comprehensive treatment and patient management.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Dermatology — Physician Career Context
Permanente Medicine holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 75/100, 56 active listings.
Dermatology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 14.3% 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 ~$485k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $453k 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 ~$485k midpoint, that is roughly $19k–$34k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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