DescriptionTeamHealth is seeking a full-time physician assistant or nurse practitioner to join our emergency department observation unit at St. Francis Hospital in Federal Way, Washington. This is a unique opportunity to practice in a physician-led observation medicine service that is managed by EM physicians and cares for patients placed in hospital observation status directly from the emergency department. The observation unit serves as an extension of the ED, providing focused diagnostic evaluation, treatment, monitoring, and disposition planning for patients who require additional care but do not meet criteria for inpatient admission.
Position DetailsThe observation unit is staffed with 12 hours of daytime APC coverage and works closely with emergency physicians, consulting specialists, nursing staff, case management, and hospital leadership. APCs function as an integral part of the emergency medicine team while caring for a diverse patient population in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
Observation patients include a broad range of medical, surgical, cardiac, neurologic, and trauma-related conditions. Common cases include chest pain evaluations, transient neurologic symptoms, syncope, appendicitis, mild heart failure exacerbations, asthma exacerbations, low-risk trauma, and other conditions requiring short-term observation and treatment.
The position includes direct supervision and support from experienced emergency physicians, with 24/7 on-site emergency physician coverage.
Qualifications- PA-C or NP
- Current Washington State licensure (or eligibility)
- Emergency medicine, urgent care, hospital medicine, or observation medicine experience preferred
- New graduates are welcome to apply
Compensation and BenefitsWe offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits designed to support your success: competitive compensation with an estimated base salary range of $80 to $80 hourly. Full-time clinicians are eligible for benefits to include 401(k) plan, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, group term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, long term disability, short term disability, and employee assistance program.
Join a collaborative emergency medicine team dedicated to providing high-quality, efficient patient care in an innovative observation medicine program.
Apply today to learn more.
City DescriptionThe city of Federal Way, Washington, is located between Seattle and Tacoma, along the Interstate 5 corridor. With Mt. Rainier to the east and Puget Sound to the west, Federal Way residents live and work among waterfront, lakes, green spaces and mountain views. Take advantage of a vibrant economy, plenty of housing options, and an abundance of recreational and leisure activities.
Facility DescriptionAt St. Francis Hospital, on-site services include diagnostic imaging and radiology, emergency medicine care in a Level IV trauma center, a family birth center with all-private labor and delivery suites, in addition to 3D digital screening and diagnostic mammography, ultrasound, stereotactic biopsy, and a full range of other women's health services and education. This facility is well-recognized for providing high-quality care and has been awarded for their excellence in maternity care, cardiac care, cancer care, bariatric surgery and sustainability efforts. St. Francis Hospital is part of CHI Franciscan Health, one of the largest health care systems in the Puget Sound Area.
Job Benefits- Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage
- State license and DEA reimbursement
- Manageable patient case load
- Access to professional development tools, educational resources and CME through TeamHealth Institute
- Join a network of thousands of clinicians nationwide promoting collaboration and communication
