OB/GYN Physician - Laborist

OB/GYN - Laborist

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, a part of the Pacific Northwest Division of CommonSpirit, is actively seeking a highly motivated and skilled Board Certified or Board Eligible OB/GYN physician to join our esteemed team in Federal Way, WA.

Job Description

• We are a well-established and busy physician and midwife women's health group located in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. Our group consists of 5 OB/GYN physicians, 6 CNMs, and 2 APPs. We also have support from MFM, Urogynecologists, and Gynecologic Oncologists. We provide evidence-based women's healthcare services to Federal Way and surrounding communities.

• Schedule requirements include working seven (7) 24-hour onsite shifts per month. Duties include providing 24-hour onsite labor and delivery coverage, collaboration with CNMs, and ER coverage for GYN emergencies/surgeries.

• Candidates must be hardworking, compassionate, and dedicated to providing superior patient care. Our group enjoys a mix of both gynecology and obstetrics - including high-risk obstetrics and gynecological surgeries. Typical case mix includes vaginal deliveries, cesarean sections, D&C, laparoscopy, and hysteroscopy. There is also a midwife on call.

• Our group serves in one of the most rapidly growing areas in the country. Living in the Puget Sound Region provides for active city life but still offers plenty of outdoor adventures. You can choose between city living and the suburbs.

Hospital Overview

St. Francis Hospital is a 124-bed, Level III Trauma Center located in Federal Way, WA. There is 24/7 in-house Anesthesia coverage as well as MFM support. St. Francis has a Level II Special Care Nursery capable of caring for infants as young as 32 weeks as well as a partnership with Seattle Children’s for specialty newborn care if needed. Our group does approximately 140-160 deliveries per month. St. Francis has achieved Baby Friendly designation as well as recognition by the International Lactation Consultant Association for excellence in lactation care.

Requirements

• MD or DO, Board Certified/Board Eligible (must become BC within the first two years of employment)

• 2-4 years of practice experience as an OB/GYN required.

• Washington State medical license required at time of employment

• DEA, NPI, and prescriptive authority

• Current BLS for Health Providers certification by the American Heart Association

Compensation Information

$145.69 / Hourly - $219.20 / Hourly

Community Overview

Whether you desire city sophistication or off-trail adventures, the south Puget Sound has it all. The Northwest’s bountiful waters and mountains provide an active, outdoor lifestyle. Spend a day hiking the face of a volcano, exploring saltwater beaches, or playing a championship golf course. The next day enjoy our vibrant art and theater communities and world-class fine dining. Add good schools, several nationally ranked colleges and universities, a strong economic business community, and affordable housing to the mix; the South Puget Sound is also a great place to raise a family. Truly one of the most desirable places to live in the United States.

Our main support offices are located in Tacoma, with clinics and hospitals in King, Kitsap, and Pierce counties. Here we enjoy mild weather and stunning views of Mount Rainier and the Olympic Mountains. The Puget Sound communities offer award-winning arts, cultural, and sporting events with national recognition. A region of economic and cultural diversity, the Puget Sound is a great place to work, play, and raise a family.