Medical Oncologist-Puyallup

About MultiCare Cancer Institute

MultiCare Cancer Institute is a physician-led, multi-specialty group within MultiCare Health System, delivering integrated hematology, oncology, radiation, surgical and supportive care across Washington state. Each year, we diagnose and treat more than 6,000 new cancer cases across Olympia, Spokane, Tacoma and Yakima.

We bring together advanced pathology, imaging and evidence-based treatment with holistic supportive services to provide personalized, high-quality cancer care. As we continue to grow, we are building the Pacific Northwest’s most comprehensive and high-value oncology network—projected to double in volume over the next five years.

About the MultiCare Cancer Institute

The MultiCare Cancer Institute is a physician led institute within the MultiCare Health System with multi-specialty partnership across hematology/oncology, radiation, surgical and supportive oncology service lines. We diagnose and treat more than 6,000 new cancer cases per year and span the state of Washington from Olympia, Spokane, Tacoma and Yakima. Our team and state-of-the-art programs create a world-class health care organization and the destination center for complex, disease-specific cancer care, advanced pathology and imaging support, and holistic supportive oncology care. We are growing to become the Pacific Northwest’s highest value system of oncology care, with a goal of doubling our cancer caseloads by 2028.

The Practice

-Growing population of complex cancer disease

-An established 300+ provider multi-specialty group

- Practice: 1.0 FTE Full-time Medical Oncology with flexible 4-day clinical/1 admin day schedule + call split amongst physicians

- Competitive base compensation of $490,000 + wRVU annually for physicians with 0-3 years of experience and $591,400 annually for physicians with 4+ years of experience +wRVU

-Annual Quality Incentive up to $75,000 in addition to base

Benefits: Competitive compensation package, sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, CME allowance, annual leave, malpractice insurance with tail coverage, student loan reimbursement, and more

Support: Robust clinical care teams that includes designated Clinic RN and back office support. Collaborative partnerships with Social Work, Registered Dietitians and Integrative Therapy.

Why Puyallup?

Located between Seattle and Tacoma, Puyallup offers physicians the rare opportunity to build a rewarding career while enjoying an exceptional quality of life. Known for its strong sense of community, highly rated schools, family-friendly neighborhoods, and stunning views of Mount Rainier, Puyallup combines the amenities of a growing metropolitan area with the charm of the Pacific Northwest.

Residents enjoy easy access to outdoor recreation, including hiking, skiing, boating, and national parks, while benefiting from Washington State’s lack of personal income tax. The area features a thriving downtown, award-winning restaurants, year-round community events, and convenient access to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.

Whether you’re raising a family, seeking outdoor adventure, or looking for a welcoming community to call home, Puyallup offers an outstanding place to live, work, and grow.

Why MultiCare Cancer Institute?

Comprehensive Oncology Care: Physician-led institute with multidisciplinary collaboration across medical oncology, hematology, radiation oncology, surgical oncology, and specialty cancer services

Research Opportunities: Access to industry-sponsored clinical trials and investigator-initiated research supported by dedicated research teams

Employee-Centric Culture: Recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers by State

Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, generous paid time off, and wellness initiatives designed to support physician well-being

Collaborative Environment: Work alongside an experienced team of hematology and oncology specialists dedicated to advancing cancer care throughout Washington State

Contact Kate Esvelt at Kate.Esvelt@multicare.org for more details!

Position Summary

MultiCare Health System is seeking a BC/BE Medical Oncologist to join a well-established program that has provided oncology care to the area for over 40 years. New physicians will work within a growing, multi-disciplinary team including medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, surgical oncologists, oncologic proceduralists, and advanced practice providers. Ideal candidates will be instrumental in ensuring high patient satisfaction and high value oncology care. There is an opportunity for research and being a principal investigator.

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.

Requirements

• Board certified/eligible at time of employment
• 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 MultiCare Cancer Institute?

• Patient-centered care – Our oncology specialists, nurse navigators and support teams guide each patient with compassion, clarity and seamless coordination through every stage of their cancer journey

• Mission-driven impact – We’re dedicated to delivering high-value, personalized cancer care that truly makes a difference for the individuals and communities we serve

• Excellence at every level – We uphold rigorous standards for quality, safety and clinical expertise to ensure the best outcomes for our patients

• Values you can feel – Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration shape how we care for patients — and how we support one another as caregivers

• 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 $490,000.00 - $591,400.00 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.

About Us

MultiCare is a not-for-profit health care organization with more than 28,000 team members, including employees, providers and volunteers. MultiCare has been caring for our community for well over a century, since the founding of Tacoma’s first hospital and today is the largest community-based, locally governed system of health in the state of Washington, serving communities across Washington and Northern Idaho.

MultiCare’s comprehensive system of health includes numerous primary care, urgent care and specialty services — including Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital & Health Network; MultiCare Indigo Urgent Care; Pulse Heart Institute; MultiCare Medical Associates, affiliated physicians; MultiCare Rockwood Clinic, the largest multispecialty clinic in the Inland Northwest region; and MultiCare Connected Care, our Accountable Care Organization.

Thirteen hospitals complete the organization: Allenmore Hospital, Auburn Medical Center, Capital Medical Center, Covington Medical Center, Deaconess Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital, Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital — the Puget Sound region’s only children’s hospital and state-designated Level II Pediatric Trauma Center for Western Washington — Overlake Medical Center, Navos Behavioral Health Hospital, Valley Hospital, Yakima Valley Hospital, Tacoma General Hospital — which is home to the South Puget Sound region’s only Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit — and Wellfound Behavioral Health Hospital.

Our core values of Respect, Integrity, Stewardship, Excellence, Collaboration, Kindness and Joy, serve as our guiding principles and impact every aspect of our organization, including how we provide patient care and what we expect from each other.

MultiCare is also proud of our commitment to workforce diversity and culturally competent care. This commitment is led by our CEO and supported through employee education and community outreach.

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