Physician Pediatrics - Competitive Salary

Company: MultiCare Health System
Location: Tacoma
Posted on: March 7, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Where Kids and Families are Always First MultiCare Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital is the state-designated Level II Pediatric Trauma Center and the only pediatric hospital in Washington’s South Sound Region dedicated to a comprehensive network of health services for children and adolescents. Our vision is to be the highest quality and safest place for children to receive care, where every child has a medical home and is supported by nationally recognized services and experience. Mary Bridge Children’s multi-disciplinary approach to care includes pediatric experts for emergency services, inpatient care, and outpatient specialty clinics, all specializing in kids and their unique needs. About MultiCare & Mary Bridge Children’s HospitalBased in Tacoma, WA (near Seattle), MultiCare Health System is a leading-edge, integrated not-for-profit healthcare organization. Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital is an advanced regional care and referral center for Southwest Washington, serving more than 13 referring hospitals across 9 counties. Mary Bridge supports a Level IV NICU and has earned the prestigious Leapfrog Top Hospital Award in 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2023 for excellence in patient safety and quality—an honor recognized nationwide.Mary Bridge Behavioral Health Network further extends our impact, providing families with comprehensive support through a fully staffed busy ED service, PICU, trauma service, inpatient psychiatry, and a full complement of pediatric subspecialties.The OpportunityOur dynamic multi-specialty group is seeking a 1.0 FTE Pediatric Neuropsychologist to join our growing Pediatric Neuropsychology program.In this role, you will:Provide direct, age-appropriate clinical neuropsychological evaluations in the outpatient setting with the support of a psychometrist.Work with children and families facing medically related neurocognitive concerns.Provide consultation and brief screening of cognitive skills for patients during multidisciplinary medical clinics.Collaborate with a highly supportive team across pediatrics and subspecialties.You will be supported by Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital’s robust network of specialists and services, including:16-bed PICU66-bed general pediatric unit70-bed Level IV NICU at Tacoma GeneralComprehensive subspecialties such as cardiology, endocrinology, hematology/oncology, gastroenterology, neurology, pulmonology, rehabilitation, rheumatology, surgery, and urology.Compensation & BenefitsWe offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including:Competitive starting salarySign-on bonusRelocation assistanceStudent loan reimbursementFull medical, dental, and vision coverageCME allowance with dedicated time offRetirement savings planAnd much moreWhy Tacoma, WA?Located on the Puget Sound, Tacoma offers the perfect blend of natural beauty, cultural richness, and affordability. Here’s why you’ll love living here:Outdoor Paradise: Easy access to Mount Rainier, the Olympic Peninsula, and the Puget Sound—perfect for hiking, skiing, kayaking, and year-round adventures.Vibrant Arts & Culture: Tacoma boasts renowned museums (including the Museum of Glass), a thriving food scene, and lively music and arts festivals.Family-Friendly: Excellent schools, welcoming neighborhoods, and a strong sense of community.Close to Seattle, Without the Price Tag: Enjoy all the perks of being near a major metropolitan area—professional sports, international travel, cultural attractions—while living in a more affordable and relaxed community.Whether you’re seeking professional growth or a place to put down roots, Tacoma is an ideal place to live and work. Join us at Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital and make a lasting impact on the lives of children and families across the Pacific Northwest. Please contact Carolyn Brightharp, Ph.D. at Carolyn.Brightharp@multicare.org for additional information.Position SummaryMultiCare Health System is seeking a Neuro Psychologist to join our well-established, thriving and comprehensive practice. The Neuropsychologist is responsible for providing direct clinical neuropsychological services to children and families with medically related neurocognitive concerns in both outpatient and inpatient setting. The incumbent provides clinical support services for pediatric medical programs across the system. Responsibilities include age appropriate evaluation and treatment services and the provision of psychological treatment with patients and families as needed. Work situations are of a routine nature yet require analysis, good judgment, decision making, and diplomacy. This position has extensive external contacts, which include patients, families, physicians, and outside organizations and agencies. Internal contacts include inpatient and outpatient patient care staff and management.Providers at MultiCare are recognized as being among the best in the Northwest Region. Here, you’ll find everything you need to excel in your job including outstanding facilities, comprehensive resources and talented teammates in partnering for healing and a healthy future.RequirementsPh.D. or Psy.D. from an APA accredited clinical psychology training program required Completion of two years of formal post doctoral specialty training in clinical neuropsychology with substantial background in pediatric neuropsychology and/or medical psychology requiredWashington State Licensure as a psychologist, or immediate eligibility for licensure requiredEligibility for, or completion of, board certification in clinical neuropsychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology preferredAn APA accredited, preferably hospital-based, internship requiredWhy Mary Bridge Children's?Mission-driven: Partnering for healing and a healthy future for the patients and communities we serve Award-winning: Named ‘Top Children’s Hospital’ for five years by the Leapfrog Group; physicians consistently named on ‘Top Doctors’ lists by Seattle Magazine, Seattle Met and the Tacoma News Tribune Growing: New pediatric hospital facility and medical office building opening in 2026 Leading research: MultiCare Institute for Research & Innovation partners with our pediatric providers, offering ground-breaking research and clinical trials Employee-centric: MultiCare is consistently ranked among “America’s Best Employers by State” by Forbes Lifestyle: Live and work in the Pacific Northwest surrounded by breathtaking mountain, forest and water views Explore our services at marybridge.orgPay 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 $133,400.00 - $153,200.00 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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