Bariatric Program Manager Jobs in Seattle, WA (NOW HIRING)

You've invested years developing the skills to provide exceptional care - and our model is designed to support you in doing just that. At Washington Permanente Medical Group, our physicians benefit from comprehensive practice and administrative support that allows them to focus on what matters most: their patients. From managing follow-up instructions and patient emails to helping connect patients with social services, we take care of many of the non-clinical responsibilities for you.
Washington Permanente Medical Group (WPMG) is the clinician-led medical group that provides care exclusively for Kaiser Permanente members in Washington state. With over 1,300 clinicians across more than 30 specialties, WPMG is one of the largest and most respected multi-specialty group practices in the Pacific Northwest.
Summary
Kaiser Permanente-Washington Permanente Medical Group is seeking a full-time (1.0 FTE) Bariatric Surgery Physician Assistant to join our Bellevue Medical Center team in Bellevue, Washington.
Our comprehensive bariatric program includes two other experienced bariatric surgeons, a licensed independent social worker, dietitians, physician assistants, a program manager, a practice manager, bariatric nurses, and medical assistants.
Core Components of this position include:

• Evaluating and managing bariatric surgery patients in the outpatient clinic at all points in the care continuum
• First assisting primarily in laparoscopic and robotic cases in our ambulatory surgery center and partner hospital, Overlake.
• Shared call responsibilities

Bellevue Medical Center is a multispecialty medical center. Lab, Radiology and Pharmacy on site. Office hours are 8am - 5pm Monday through Friday with Urgent Care open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Compensation and Benefits

• Salary Range: $182,351 to $214,531 (Compensation will be prorated based on FTE. Starting salary for new hires is determined by factors including education, training, and relevant experience. The salary posted includes compensation for standing call on an estimated call schedule of 1:4; actual compensation may vary depending on actual call coverage schedule. Additional compensation is provided for activated call.)
• Value Based Incentive Program: Annual bonus opportunity based on organizational and team-based performance on access, service and experience goals
• Generous Employer Retirement Contributions: Upon eligibility, WPMG contributes a percent of your base salary to your 401(k), with optional employee contributions and immediate 100% vesting
• Cash Balance Pension Plan: Provides an additional opportunity for pre-tax retirement savings
• Shareholder Track Program: Defined pathway to WPMG shareholder status within a clinician-owned, clinician-led organization
• Comprehensive, Market-Leading Benefits
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Annual Education Leave + Allowance
• Leadership Development opportunities
• Employer Paid Malpractice & Tail Coverage
• Professional Licensure & Fee Reimbursement

New Hire Incentives:

• Relocation Allowance: Up to $13,000 (based on location at time of offer)

Qualifications

• Required: Certified Physician Assistant
• Ability to obtain: Unrestricted Federal DEA
• Ability to obtain: WA State Medical License

Community
Bellevue offers a dynamic mix of innovation, natural beauty, and upscale living. Just across Lake Washington from Seattle, it's home to a thriving tech and business scene with global companies like Microsoft and T-Mobile. Residents enjoy a vibrant downtown with world-class dining, shopping, and arts, all framed by scenic views of the Cascades and Olympic Mountains. With top-rated schools, beautifully maintained parks, and a strong sense of community, Bellevue combines the energy of a modern city with the comfort and security of a well-planned suburb-making it one of the most desirable places to live in the Pacific Northwest.
We are dedicated to building lifetime relationships with peers and patients throughout Washington State's many vibrant and unique communities. Many know the Pacific Northwest as an attractive tourist destination with beautiful scenery, friendly people, and a host of cultural and recreational opportunities. These elements, among others, make Washington an excellent place to live.
Our Inclusive Workforce
Washington Permanente Medical Group (WPMG) is committed to an inclusive workforce culture. WPMG has a focus on supporting all our physicians and professional staff in an inclusive environment, identifying community healthcare disparities, and providing education and tools in order to provide culturally responsive care in order to mitigate these disparities. If you have an interest in joining our inclusive workforce culture, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our mission to improve the health of our members and communities that we serve.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, marital status, physical or mental disability, age, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.
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