You Belong Here.

At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers, opportunities for growth, safe workplaces, and flexible schedules. We are connected by our mission - partnering and healing for a healthy future - and dedicated to the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

What we offer:

Competitive compensation package including a substantial sign-on and relocation bonusExcellent benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, annual leave, CME, retirement and malpractice insurance (including tail)Generous time off to support work-life balanceCareer growth options with student loan repayment and program leadership opportunitiesWellness program including dedicated mental health services and leadership and wellness coachingRobust clinical care teams to support physician resilience with up to 8 hours of inbox support weekly

FTE: 0.3a 0.7c

Compensation: $$191,000.00 (administrative) + $320,000.00 (clinical)

The Medical Lead will provide support for all of our Cancer Institute sites.​

Position Summary

The MultiCare Cancer Institute (“MCI”) Leader of Hepatobiliary (HPB) Oncology will coordinate the delivery of inpatient and outpatient specialty care to all HPB oncology patients within MultiCare Health System.
Reporting to the President and CMO of MCI, the overall function of the MCI Leader, HPB Oncology Program is to build an integrated HPB program across the system. This position will assist the sub-specialty Medical Directors of Surgical, Medical, Radiation and Supportive Oncology to coordinate the mission of MCI with all oncology and oncology-adjacent Physicians, Advanced Practice Providers (APPs), medical and clinical staff

Essential Functions

Strategically lead the development of multidisciplinary programs and services to serve the needs of HPB oncology patients.

Oversee the conduct and coordination of HPB oncology care within the health system.

Spearhead the recruitment of HPB oncology clinicians and supporting staff for MCI.

Ensure ongoing quality and operational performance improvement across the HPB cancer center/program by partnering with quality, operational and business colleagues to measure, monitor and lead initiatives towards best practice performance.

Participate in regular review and evaluation of all quality and appropriateness of patient care rendered by members of the MultiCare Cancer Institute.  Such a review is to be carried out through specifically‐ designated medical staff mechanisms.

Participate in budget planning and assist in the preparation of all reports for the HPB Cancer Center/Program.

Identify and define the scope of HPB oncology practice at all MultiCare Cancer Institute locations in a manner consistent with and supportive of, the Institute’s mission and strategic goals, and advocate the Institute’s interest related to HPB oncology services within the Health System and affiliates.

Drive initiatives for best practices and value-based methods at the Institute to lower cost and increase quality of HPB oncology care without compromising the medical necessities of treatment.

Work with the President and CMO of MCI to develop and lead integration of short- and long-term strategies for the HPB oncology program.

Qualifications

Board Certified in surgical surgery; fellowship trained HPB surgeon

Licensed, or ability to obtain license, to practice medicine in the state of Washington

Appointment to the MultiCare Health System Active Medical Staff

Bases office practice in Tacoma, Washington and utilizes inpatient and ambulatory Tacoma General Hospital

Proven administrative capabilities in leading comprehensive HPB oncology programs and centers

Our Values

As a MultiCare employee, we'll rely on you to reflect our core values of Respect, Integrity, Stewardship, Excellence, Collaboration, Kindness and Joy. Our values 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.

Why MultiCare?

Belonging: We work to create a true sense of belonging for all our caregiversMission-driven: We are dedicated to our mission of partnering for healing and a healthy future and the patients and communities we serveMarket leadership: Washington state's largest community-based, locally governed health systemEmployee-centric: Named Forbes “America’s Best Employers by State” in 2023Technology: "Most Wired" health care system 15 years in a rowLeading research: MultiCare Institute for Research & Innovation, 40 years of ground-breaking, clinical and health services research in our communitiesLifestyle: Live and work in the Pacific Northwest - offering breathtaking water, mountains and forest at every turn.

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 $637,500.00 - $637,500.00 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.