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Endocrinology – Mount Vernon, Washington 

Summary:

Build your career while making a meaningful impact in your community.

Skagit Regional Health is seeking an additional Endocrinologist to join our growing, hospital-employed team of five providers. With increasing demand for endocrinology services, this is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative practice while helping expand access to high-quality specialty care throughout the region.

Our team is committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care while fostering an environment where physicians can thrive professionally and personally. If you’re looking for a supportive practice, a predictable schedule, and the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of your patients, we invite you to learn more.

Highlights:

• Collaboration: Work alongside 2 physicians and 3 nurse practitioners, supported by experienced MAs and RNs.  
• Work/Life Balance: Enjoy a weekday only schedule focused only on outpatient care. No inpatient call duties and ample time off.
• Predicable Schedule: This is a full time position with 36 scheduled patient contact hours per week.
• Diverse Patient Population: Care for a diverse adult patient base with a large number of diabetes management while also addressing a spectrum of other endocrine disorders.
• Teaching Opportunities: Engage with medical students from PNWU and primary care residents from our own SRH Residency Programs.
• Strong Referral Network: Strong support from our in-house primary and specialty care referral base.
• Modern Technology: Integrated EPIC EMR platform utilized system-wide with newly implemented ambient AI technology (Abridge) available!

Qualifications:

• Graduate from an ACGME accredited Endocrinology 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 before 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:

• First year salary guarantee: $301,743
• 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.