Seeking Pediatric Hospitalist – Mount Vernon, Washington

Summary:

Skagit Regional Health is seeking a Pediatrician to join our existing Pediatric Hospitalist program at Skagit Valley Hospital. At Skagit Regional Health, we are dedicated to enhancing the well-being of our communities, serving with compassion and respect, one person at a time. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients and the community we serve. Skagit Regional Health is committed to nurturing a culture that values diversity, inclusivity, and professional growth.

Highlights:

• Join an existing team of experienced physicians providing 24/7 coverage to our level 2 special care nursery. Provide coverage for deliveries as needed, including C-Sections.
• This is full time, hospital employed position. We are looking for someone who can work a 0.75-1.0 FTE.
• Collaborate closely with our employed OBGYN and midwife groups, FM/OB providers, and other community delivering providers.
• We are a teaching facility that provides an opportunity to work with SRH Family Medicine Residents and outside Medical Students, contributing to their educational journey while enhancing your leadership skills.
• Integrated EPIC EMR platform utilized system-wide throughout the organization with newly implemented ambient AI technology (Abridge) available!

Qualifications:

• Graduate from an ACGME accredited program.
• Board Certification in Pediatrics is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience is preferred; however, new graduates are welcome to apply.
• Active Washington State license or ability to obtain a Washington State license by time to employment.
• Current AAP NRP and AHA PALS certification is required
• The ideal candidate will place a priority on quality of care, patient experience and collaboration.
• Our ideal candidate will be focused on building lasting relationships with their patients as well as strong ties within the community.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary: $174,111 - $232,148
• Employment bonus, relocation reimbursement & CME allowance.
• Malpractice insurance, including tail insurance, is fully covered!
• Our comprehensive benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance.
• Paid maternity and parental bonding leave available!
• Skagit Regional Health offers 401a and 457b retirement plans that invest in your future financial security.
• Skagit Regional Health is a PSLF approved institution.
• Washington State has no income tax, enhancing your financial benefits.

About Skagit Regional Health:

• Skagit Regional Health is an integrated health system with a growing staff of nearly 3,000, including a medical staff of over 570, and is comprised of two acute care hospitals and 30 outpatient clinics in over 25 medical specialties. We provide advanced, quality and comprehensive services to the residents of the nine communities we serve in Skagit, Island and North Snohomish counties. We commit to work collaboratively as a system to lead a culture that is focused on High Reliability and promote safe and reliable activities at all times.
• Skagit Valley Hospital is licensed for 137 beds with a Level III Trauma Center. The hospital features a full range of services including the latest surgery techniques; renal dialysis; a well-appointed Family Birth Center; compressive diagnostic imaging and an advanced heart and vascular institute that includes the only cardiac catheterization labs in the area. State of the art surgery center opened in December 2023, offering additional clinic space, outpatient ORs and additional endoscopy suites.

About Mount Vernon, Washington:

• Nestled in the captivating Skagit Valley, Mount Vernon, is a thriving community offering immediate access to a plethora of outdoor recreational activities. Positioned along Washington’s Puget Sound coastal region, our area caters to outdoor enthusiasts year-round, offering opportunities for camping, hiking, skiing, kayaking, and more.
• Experience the renowned Skagit Valley Tulip Festival that draws visitors from across the globe every spring. Explore our historic downtown and scenic river walk, showcasing an array of small businesses, distinctive restaurants, and craft breweries. During the summer, shop our local farmers market and enjoy an outdoor concert. 
• Conveniently situated between Seattle and Vancouver, BC, you can enjoy the amenities of major cities, including access to international and regional airports and world class dining, without the high cost of living or traffic congestion. 
• Settle into a welcoming, family-centric atmosphere with safe neighborhoods, great school districts, and a wealth of diverse opportunities tailored for every member of your family. Washington State encapsulates a thriving food, craft drink, art, and entertainment scenes waiting to be explored.
• Recognized as the top-ranked state in the U.S. News Best States ranking for two consecutive years (2021 and 2022), Washington offers an exceptional quality of live, making it an ideal place to call home! 

• Skagit Regional Health is an integrated health system with a growing staff of nearly 3,000, including a medical staff of over 570, and is comprised of two acute care hospitals and almost 30 outpatient clinics in over 25 medical specialties. We provide advanced, quality and comprehensive services to the residents of the nine communities we serve in Skagit, Island and North Snohomish counties. We commit to work collaboratively as a system to lead a culture that is focused on High Reliability and promote safe and reliable activities at all times.
• Skagit Valley Hospital is licensed for 137 beds with a Level III Trauma Center. The hospital features a full range of services including the latest surgery techniques; renal dialysis; a well-appointed Family Birth Center; comprehensive diagnostic imaging and an advanced heart and vascular institute that includes the only cardiac catheterization labs in the area.

• Mount Vernon, located in majestic Skagit Valley, is a growing community that provides immediate access to an abundance of outdoor recreational activities. Situated on the Puget Sound coastal region of Washington, our community has a lot of offer outdoor enthusiasts year round from camping, hiking, skiing, kayaking, and more! 
• Mount Vernon is home to the famous Skagit Valley Tulip Festival, which brings visitors from all 50 states and over 85 countries every spring. Explore our historic downtown and our riverwalk where you can visit a number of our small businesses, unique restaurants and breweries. In the summer, shop at our local farmers market and enjoy an outdoor concert.
• Live in a family friend environment with safe communities, great schools, and exciting opportunities for everyone in your family! Within the state of Washington, you will find a flourishing food, craft drink, art, and entertainment scenes.
• Centrally located between Seattle and Vancouver, BC, you can enjoy all the amenities of a big city, such as access to international and regional airports and world class entertainment, without the cost of living or traffic!
• In 2021, Washington was named #1 in the U.S. News Best States ranking for the second year in a row.