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Summary:

Do you want to build your career while strengthening your community? Skagit Regional Health is actively seeking an additional Rheumatologist to complement our current team of providers due to rapid growth and increased demand. 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 by providing exceptional healthcare, always. We are committed to nurturing a culture that values diversity, inclusivity, and professional growth.

Highlights:

• Thrive in a collaborative environment alongside two (2) physicians and three (3) PAs. Physician Assistants assist with consults, follow-up clinic appointments and patient overflow.  
• This is a full time position with a 36 hour scheduled patient contact hour work expectation. Shared weekly clinic phone call rotation of 1:3 taking minimal calls from office patients.
• Benefit from an excellent work-life balance, with a 4-day work week and no inpatient responsibilities. Rotation between main office and satellite clinic (located roughly 30 minutes away) may be required.
• Our practice caters to a diverse adult patient base with a variety of rheumatoid disorders.
• Practice in a state-of-the-art outpatient clinic with lab and imaging on site. Infusion rooms located at Skagit Valley Hospital, just 5 minutes away.  
• This is a hospital employed position with support from our in-house primary and specialty care referral base.
• Integrated EPIC EMR platform utilized system-wide throughout the organization with newly implemented ambient AI technology (Abridge) available!

Qualifications:

• Graduate from an ACGME accredited fellowship program.
• Board Eligible/Board Certification required.  
• Experience preferred, but new graduates are welcome to apply!
• Active Washington State license or ability to obtain a Washington State license by start.
• Must have active BLS certification before starting or within first week of employment.
• The ideal candidate will place a priority on improving lives through compassionate and innovative healthcare and focus on building lasting relationships with their patients as well as strong ties within the community.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Guaranteed first year salary: $304,913
• 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 offered!
• 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 over 3,000, including a medical staff of over 600, and is comprised of 2 acute care hospitals and roughly 30 outpatient clinics in over 25 medical specialties. We provide advanced, quality and comprehensive services to the residents of the nine communities we serve. We are committed 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. In 2024, Skagit Regional Health was named as a finalist in the categories of Hospital/Medical Center and Women’s Health in the Best of the Best Skagit Valley Community Choice Awards. 
• Skagit Valley Hospital is a licensed 137-bed facility with a Level III Trauma Center. The hospital features a full range of services including the latest surgery techniques, including multiple surgical robots; renal dialysis; a well-appointed Family Birth Center; compressive diagnostic imaging and an advanced heart and vascular institute with the only cardiac catheterization labs in the area.

Why Live in Mount Vernon, Washington?

• Scenic Location: Nestled in the captivating Skagit Valley, between the Cascade Mountains and Puget Sound, this community offers immediate access to a plethora of outdoor recreational activities. Our area caters to outdoor enthusiasts year-round, offering opportunities for camping, hiking, skiing, kayaking, and more. 
• Convenient Access: Located right on I-5 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. 
• Quality of Life: We offer 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. Consistently recognized as the top-ranked state in the U.S. News Best States ranking, Washington offers an exceptional quality of life, making it an ideal place to call home!  
• Vibrant Community: 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 at our local farmers market and enjoy an outdoor concert.