Physician - Section Head - Ped's General Surgery

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. We’re continually recognized as a ‘Top Children’s Hospital’ by The Leapfrog Group, an independent hospital rating organization. FTE: .1, Shift: Days, Schedule: Variable Position Summary MultiCare Mary Bridge Children’s is seeking a board certified Pediatric surgeon and leader to join our well-established, thriving and comprehensive group practice in Washington. This position includes work in the Children’s Hospital along with outpatient clinics. 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. Essential Functions Directs the professional medical care rendered by physicians and APPs in the Hospital in accordance with established Medical Staff Bylaws; all Department Rules and Regulations; and Hospital/Outpatient Surgery policies and procedures specific to ambulatory care. Actively participates in the development, maintenance and periodic review of policies, procedures and protocols within the subspecialty ensuring evidence-based care of inpatients and outpatients. Participates in clinical practice guideline, pathway, protocol, and order set development. Assists as needed with the resolution of patient care problems such as, but without limitation, patient access to care, emergencies and professional medical disputes involving patient care. Plays a key role in quality improvement and utilization management activities related to patient receiving relevant care services from Hospital in all settings (ambulatory, emergency, inpatient ward, pediatric and neonatal ICU, operating room) Attends and participates in such Hospital and Medical Staff Committees as are necessary to carry out the duties as Medical Director, including [Pediatric collaborative meetings, monthly Pediatric combined operations meetings, relevant Pediatric sub-committees, medicine, surgery, and perioperative service committees. Participates in peer review and selection process of new physicians as requested. Supports and participates in activities to ensure compliance with meaningful use requirements and patient electronic medical records. Oversees the process of relevant care delivery and transition of care. Assures the adequate coverage of pediatric relevant services. Actively participates in performance measurement and process improvement activities, including the following: Assumes professional, consultative, organization and administrative responsibility for resource utilization management. Chairs any relevant local Pediatric Committee meetings Attends any relevant Collaborative meetings and participates or delegates subgroup activities to appropriate department members Cooperates and supports all regulatory/compliance statutes as may be required of the Hospital Proactively works with physicians and administration to develop, implement and monitor cost saving initiatives Cooperates and works collaboratively with Hospital Quality Personnel Works to oversee and facilitate collaborative care delivery among all physicians and APPs care. Conducts rounds to assess the appropriate level of bed placement for patients with active relevant diagnoses. Qualifications Board Certified in one of the relevant medical specialty, including but not limited to Pediatric Orthopedics, Pediatric General Surgery, Pediatric Neurosurgery or Pediatric Otolaryngology Licensed in the state of WA by the time of employment DEA, NPI & prescriptive authority Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification by the American Heart Association Why 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.org Pay and Benefit Expectations We 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 $413,611.00 - $413,611.00 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. MultiCare’s roots in the Pacific Northwest go back to 1882, with the founding of Tacoma’s first hospital. Over the years, we’ve grown from a Tacoma-centric, hospital-based organization into the largest, community-based, locally governed health system in the state of Washington. MultiCare's comprehensive system of health includes more than 300 primary, urgent, pediatric and specialty care locations across Washington, Idaho and Oregon, as well as 13 hospitals. We welcome patients from the entire Pacific Northwest region and our 20,000-plus team members — including employees, providers and volunteers — proudly care for the communities we serve. Without a doubt, our organization has changed over the years. But what has never changed, throughout our long history, has been our dedication to the health and wellness of the people of the Pacific Northwest. Guided by our mission, vision and values, we are on a continuous journey to deliver the services that our communities need, and to ensure access to those services, now and in the future. Join our talent network by creating a simple profile with us and we'll see if you're a fit for any current openings! Don't see an opening that fits your current preferences? 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Salary : $413,611