Physician Urgent Care - Competitive Salary

Company: MultiCare Health System
Location: Puyallup
Posted on: February 12, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description You Belong Here.At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers, opportunities for growth, safe workplaces, and flexible schedules. We are connected by our mission - partnering and healing for a healthy future - and dedicated to the health and well-being of the communities we serve.Enjoy life in the Pacific Northwest with breathtaking water, mountain, and forest views at every turn FTE: .9 Shift: Varies Schedule: 3x12hr shifts per weekMinimum of two years' experience as a Ped's Urgent Care /Ped's ED provider preferredCompetitive compensation package with potential sign-on and relocationSubstantial benefits including medical, dental, annual leave, CME, retirement, and malpractice insuranceGenerous time off to support work/life balanceCareer growth options with leadership opportunitiesResearch opportunities with the MultiCare Institute for Research & InnovationWellness program including dedicated mental health services and leadership and wellness coaching24/7 nurse triage service with limited on-call requirementsSupport of 300 provider multi-specialty groupDedicated medical assistant per providerEpic EMR and AI assistance to support efficiencyContact Mike.stevens@multicare.org for more information. LI-MS1Position SummaryThe Pediatric Urgent Care Advanced Practice Provider (APP) delivers timely, compassionate care to children with acute medical needs in a walk-in or extended-hours clinical setting. Working collaboratively with physicians and healthcare teams, the APP performs assessments, procedures, and treatment planning for a wide range of pediatric conditions—ensuring access to quality care beyond traditional primary care hours.Responsibilities •Independently evaluate and treat pediatric patients presenting with non-emergent illnesses, minor injuries, infections, and other urgent concerns•Perform clinical procedures appropriate to training and scope, such as wound care, splinting, abscess drainage, foreign body removal, and rapid testing•Order and interpret diagnostics, including point-of-care labs and radiology, to guide clinical decisions•Prescribe medications, treatments, and referrals per Washington State guidelines for independent APPs•Educate patients and families about diagnoses, medications, follow-up care, and warning signs•Document clinical encounters thoroughly and accurately in the electronic health record (EHR)•Lead care coordination, including appropriate disposition planning and referrals to primary care or specialists•Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, imaging staff, and front-desk personnel to support patient flow and care quality—without requiring supervisory oversight•Engage in peer collaboration, clinical meetings, and case discussions that enhance practice quality, safety, and teamwork.•Support institutional performance goals, including efforts related to population health, equity, quality measures, and safety protocols.•Participate in clinical meetings and improvement initiatives, contributing to efforts that enhance patient outcomes and experience.•Maintains license and appropriate continuing education. • Adheres to MHS Attendance and Punctuality Policy and Procedure standards, and maintains reliable attendanceRequirements•Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program•Current Washington State licensure as an ARNP (NP) or PA-C with full prescriptive authority•National certification as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP), Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), or PA-C•Clinical experience in pediatric urgent care, primary care, or emergency medicine preferred•BLS certification•Excellent autonomy, decision-making, and patient-centered communication skillsWhy MultiCare? Rooted in the local community – Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years Growth and education – Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in your future Well-being and support – Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared for at work and in life Living our values – Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other Belonging for all – Employee Resource Groups, inclusion initiatives and outreach programs support a workplace where every voice is valued Pacific Northwest lifestyle – Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life Pay and Benefit ExpectationsWe provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $169,460.80 - $177,999.90 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.Associated benefit information can be viewed here.

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