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About this Cardiothoracic Surgery - Physician Assistant role at MultiCare

MultiCare · Onsite · Tacoma, Washington

About Pulse Heart Institute 

MultiCare’s Pulse Heart Institute is a physician led institute with multi-specialty partnership with Cardiothoracic surgery, vascular and cardiovascular service lines. Our team and state-of-the-art programs create a world-class health care organization and the destination center for cardiac, thoracic, and vascular care with complex structural heart disease and interventions, advanced heart failure service as well as advanced imaging with cutting edge technologies.

Join a team of Six APP's and six surgeons. Working as first-assist in the OR and inpatient responsibilities (ICU and step-down coverage). This is a very busy service (500 annual pump cases + MCS program + robotic thoracic) and we are looking for someone experienced with first-assist, ideally in CT Surgery.

FTE: 1.0, Shift: Day, Schedule: Monday-Friday

Base Compensation Range: $136,961.00 - 183,447.00 with additional eligibility for a lucrative performance bonus and supplemental call pay. Additional incentive and clinical compensation beyond the base salary may result in total annual earnings exceeding $200,000.00.

What We Have to Offer

  • Competitive compensation: Attractive salary with potential sign-on and relocation.

  • Top-tier benefits: Medical, dental, CME, retirement plans, and malpractice insurance (including tail).

  • Generous time off: Ample time to recharge and maintain work/life balance.

  • Career growth: Student loan repayment, leadership training, and advancement opportunities.

  • Research opportunities: Engage in impactful, industry-sponsored clinical trials and investigator-initiated research, collaborating closely with our dedicated Research Institute team.

  • Innovation Lab: Partner with our medical device incubator to develop cutting-edge healthcare solutions.

  • Wellness support: Access to mental health services and wellness coaching.

  • Pacific Northwest lifestyle: Enjoy stunning views and outdoor adventures in a vibrant community.

For more information, please contact Carla Voss at [email protected]

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Position Summary

MultiCare Health System is seeking a CT Surgery Physician Assistant to join our well-established, thriving and comprehensive practice. 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

  • Washington State Physician Assistant license by the time of employment
  • DEA, NPI & prescriptive authority
  • Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification by the American Heart Association

Why Pulse Heart Institute? 

 

Physician-led care 

Led by physicians and advanced practice providers who understand patient needs firsthand, ensuring decisions are grounded in clinical expertise and collaboration. 

 

Proven excellence 

Pulse units across MultiCare earned the 2025 Chest Pain – MI Registry™ Platinum Performance Achievement Award — the only facilities in Washington to receive this distinction. 

 

Comprehensive cardiovascular care 

A fully integrated model across cardiology, cardiothoracic surgery and vascular services, supporting the full continuum of care. 

 

People-first culture 

We invest in our teams through professional development, supportive leadership and an environment where caregivers can learn, grow and succeed. 

 

Well-being and support 

Resources and programs designed to help you maintain balance and feel supported in your work and life. 

 

Pacific Northwest lifestyle 

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

Pay and Benefit Expectations

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.

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How this Physician salary compares

This role pays $160,204/yr — below the typical range for Physician roles.

$186,041 median $320,308 $545,100

Typical range $240,269–$350,000/yr, from 45 comparable Physician listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See Physician salary insights →

About MultiCare

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; MultiCa

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