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MultiCare

Physician - Preceptor FM/OB

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$130/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Physician Preceptor - MedAc Join a team that shares your calling. At MultiCare, you're more than just a job title -- you're part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and ...

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MultiCare Health System

Physician - Preceptor FM/OB

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$130/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Physician Preceptor - MedAc will teach within the clinic environment, seeing patients with the learner(s) when appropriate. The Physician Preceptor - MedAc may be board certified in any of ...

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As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for preceptor in Seattle, WA is $67,500.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,100.00 and $67,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Preceptors are often paid for their role, especially in healthcare and educational settings, where they supervise and mentor students or new staff. Compensation varies by organization, position, and location, and some preceptors may also receive continuing education credits or stipends. It is common for preceptors to be salaried employees or to receive additional pay for their mentoring responsibilities.

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To thrive as a Preceptor, you need deep subject matter expertise, relevant professional licensure or credentials, and experience in your field. Familiarity with learning management systems, clinical documentation tools, and training resources is often required. Strong communication, mentorship, and feedback skills help build trust and support learner growth. These abilities are crucial for effectively guiding and evaluating trainees, ensuring both competence and confidence in future professionals.

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Preceptors often encounter challenges such as balancing their regular workload with teaching responsibilities, adapting their teaching style to different learning needs, and providing constructive feedback to new employees. To overcome these challenges, it's important to set clear expectations, maintain open communication, and use active listening skills. Many successful preceptors also seek ongoing training in mentorship and collaborate closely with their teams to share best practices and support one another.

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Infographic showing various Preceptor job openings in Seattle, WA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $67,500 per year, or $32.5 per hour.

Physician - Preceptor FM/OB

MultiCare

Tacoma, WA • On-site

$130/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

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MultiCare Health System rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 275 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

157th of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Physician Preceptor – MedAc

Join a team that shares your calling. At MultiCare, you're more than just a job title — you're part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you'll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.

Position Summary

The Physician Preceptor – MedAc provides direct and indirect supervision of residents, fellows, and/or medical students in an outpatient teaching environment. The Physician Preceptor – MedAc will teach within the clinic environment, seeing patients with the learner(s) when appropriate. The Physician Preceptor – MedAc may be board certified in any of several specialties. When they are teaching and seeing patients, they will do so within their particular area(s) of clinical expertise.

Responsibilities

  • Supervision of care provided by residents, fellows, and/or medical students in an ambulatory environment
  • Provide direct supervision for procedures performed by learners within preceptor's area(s) of clinical expertise
  • Complete all chart documentation for teaching/supervisory activities within expected timeframe, as determined by the Program Director
  • Provide subject matter expertise and consultation to learners within area(s) of the preceptor's clinical expertise
  • At the discretion of the Program Director, may contribute to development of educational modules and curricular tools within their area(s) of clinical expertise

Requirements

  • Board certified in primary specialty, which may be FM, IM, EM, Gen Surg, Ortho, Med/Peds, OBGYN or any specialty approved by the ABMS and acceptable to the Program Director
  • Unrestricted WA state medical license by time of employment
  • At least 2 years of relevant clinical experience preferred
  • Certification/Experience in primary specialty which is acceptable to the Program Director
  • Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification by the American Heart Association

About Tacoma General Hospital

MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital, in the heart of Tacoma, WA, is a 367-bed regional medical center delivering cutting-edge care. With a 24-hour Emergency Department, Level II Adult Trauma Center, advanced cardiac, neurological, orthopedic and robotic surgery, Tacoma General combines innovation with compassionate care. Home to the MultiCare Regional Cancer Center, a Family Birth Center and specialized neonatal care in partnership with Mary Bridge Children's, our collaborative, mission-driven teams offer a rewarding environment for career growth and professional excellence.

About the Tacoma Community

Tacoma, just 30 miles south of Seattle, blends big-city amenities with the beauty of the Pacific Northwest. From scenic waterfronts and mountain trails to vibrant arts, dining and brewery scenes, Tacoma offers something for everyone — outdoor enthusiasts, families and young professionals alike. With strong schools and universities, it's a city where you can live, work and play.

Why 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 you.

Well-being and support

Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.

Living our values

Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.

Belonging for all

Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.

Pacific Northwest lifestyle

Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.

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 $130.00 - $130.00 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.

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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. Today, our comprehensive system of health includes more than 300 primary, urgent, pediatric and specialty care locations across Washington, Idaho and Oregon, as well as 12 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.

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Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Tacoma, WA, US

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