To prospective teammates,

I’m one of two medical directors at MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital in Puyallup, WA. I have been a part of Sound Medical Group for four years. I’m proud of the hospitalist practice we have built and welcome interest from physicians and coming out of training or desiring a career change. I want to share more about it, specifically about our people, practice, and purpose, as you consider options:

People

• We are a closely knit, established team of 50 physicians and 10 advanced practice providers (APPs), with the support of a clinical performance nurse. We are a very diverse group with a wide breadth of individuals.
• All our physicians are involved in various hospital committees unless they are new in their first six months of practice.
• Many of our providers chose this location due to its proximity to Seattle and the many outdoor activities the Pacific Northwest offers. Some sub-groups love to hike, ski, and other outdoor activities.
• We proudly sponsor H1B and J1 visa candidates, and Sound has excellent in-house visa specialists and our licensing and credentialing experts. All required filing fees for the visa are paid, and services are covered by Sound.

Practice

• We welcome the challenge of complex cases, working in a hybrid ICU with intensivist coverage 24 hours a day (our team is not expected to do procedures but does see the occasional DKA patient).
• For those who like to teach, we work with medical students from Pacific Northwest University, residents from East Pierce Family Medicine Residency, and APPs from all over the country.
• Committees are rotated through every six months or at one’s discretion.
• Most of us like to spend time with our families or outdoors, so a flexible schedule is available, and we cover for each other when we’re out.
• The expected yearly compensation is $288k – $313k.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, long- and short-term disability, 401k with match, paid medical malpractice and tail coverage, and annual CME allowance.

Purpose

• We put patients first. Always.
• A focus on growth and development is a key feature of Sound’s practices, where teammates can expand their careers here locally and within the broader medical group.
• We’re a community-minded team and encourage our team members who want to contribute in and out of the hospital to help make our local community thrive.

Puyallup, Washington, is a delightful place to live, offering a perfect blend of suburban tranquility and urban accessibility. The city is known for its scenic surroundings, with the iconic Mount Rainier as a backdrop and the charming Puyallup River running through. Residents enjoy a strong sense of community, diverse local events like the Washington State Fair, and convenient access to outdoor activities. With excellent schools, a welcoming atmosphere, and proximity to Seattle and Tacoma, Puyallup is an ideal choice for those seeking a family-friendly and well-connected Pacific Northwest lifestyle.

To learn more, please get in touch with my recruiting partner, who will put you in touch with me.

Cris Perez, DO, Co-Medical Director
Subrat Behera, MD, Co-Medical Director