Urologist

We are seeking a fellowship trained Urologist for an opportunity at St. Joseph Medical Center in Tacoma, WA. We are a 374 bed, level II trauma medical center, located near downtown Tacoma.  Since the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia established St. Joseph Hospital (now Medical Center) in Tacoma in 1891, we’ve focused on providing the best possible health care for people in the communities we serve. At Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we’re dedicated to healing the whole person — body, mind and spirit.

Applicants should be interested in a wide variety of urology-oncology and general urology cases.  Our ideal candidate will be a fellowship-trained urologic oncologist interested in bladder, kidney, prostate and testicular cancers. We will offer leading edge, diagnostics, and surgical expertise along with less-invasive treatment alternatives (where appropriate) for urologic cancers. Our new Urologist should be interested in performing robotic and open procedures to treat urologic cancers, using a multidisciplinary team approach with integrated expertise by medical oncology, radiation oncology, radiologists and pathologists, and other cancer experts are supported by an integrated team. We utilize both progressive open surgical techniques, state-of-the-art laparoscopic procedures and robotic-assisted surgery for surgical oncology and/or reconstruction related to renal, urethral, and bladder disorders.

Competitive compensation model and comprehensive benefits which include health, dental, vision, full malpractice coverage, CME, personal time off, and a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match. Relocation Assistance and Starting Bonus are available. 

Qualifications

• BE/BC; American Board of Urology (ABU)
• Da Vinci robotic surgical experience
• Ability to obtain a medical professional license in the State of WA.
• Ability to obtain a DEA with full prescriptive authority needed for specific practice.

All staff and physicians are asked to demonstrate and support our system's Values which include:

Compassion

• Care with listening, empathy and love.
• Accompany and comfort those in need of healing.

Inclusion

• Celebrate each person’s gifts and voice.
• Respect the dignity of all.

Integrity

• Inspire trust through honesty.
• Demonstrate courage in the face of inequity.

Excellence

• Serve with fullest passion, creativity and stewardship.
• Exceed expectations of others and ourselves.

Collaboration

• Commit to the power of working together.
• Build and nurture meaningful relationships.

We are based in the Pacific Northwest at the heart of the stunningly beautiful Puget Sound region of Washington. Our main support offices are located in Tacoma, with clinics and hospitals in King, Kitsap and Pierce counties. Here we enjoy mild weather and stunning views of Mount Rainier and the Olympic Mountains. The Puget Sound communities offer award-winning arts, cultural, and sporting events with national recognition. A region of economic and cultural diversity, The Puget Sound is a great place to work, play and raise a family.

Equal Opportunity Employment:Consistent with our Core Values, we are EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled Employers. Qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected characteristic.