Physician 3 NP- WCCW

Physician 3 NP- WCCW

Salary

$208,704.00 - $280,752.00 Annually

Location

Pierce County - Gig Harbor, WA

Job Type

Full Time - Non-Permanent

Job Number

HS-WCCW-2026-05548

Department

Dept. of Corrections

Division

HS - WCCW

Opening Date

07/13/2026

Closing Date

7/27/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

Washington Corrections Center for Women

Gig Harbor Washington

Physician 3 - Full Time - Non-perm position

Shift: 8:00AM-4:30PM Monday- Friday

The Department of Corrections is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual for the position of Physician 3- non-permanent at the Washington Corrections Center for Women (WCCW), in Gig Harbor Washington. This is a day shift position that will require work to be completed onsite at the facility.

The Washington Corrections Center for Women (WCCW) is a 62.6-acre facility located approximately two miles from Gig Harbor. The site includes living units, administration buildings, a health clinic, education buildings, a gymnasium, a chapel, industries buildings, food service buildings and support facilities.

Correctional Health is a rewarding career path at DOC, in which health care professionals treat a wide array of cases for patients residing in a state correctional facility. Health Services is responsible for basic primary care for incarcerated individuals. All disciplines within all of the 12 correctional facilities work closely together to reach a common goal, providing the best, most efficient, and cost-effective health care possible. Emphasis is placed on early identification of health concerns, care for acute and chronic health problems, and preventive care.

A completed application packet will include:

• A detailed resume
• A cover letter.
• Three professional references
• Required Transcripts

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. The hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time during the recruitment process. It is to the applicants advantage to apply as early as possible.

"This recruitment could be used to fill multiple permanent or non-permanent positions."

Duties

Duties can include:

Provide direct patient services

Tasks include:

• Primary care provider - manage caseload assigned to include daily rounding on IPU patients or others as assigned.
• Ensure delivery of quality medical services for all patients
• Provide consults on higher acuity patients
• Coordinate with specialized MD services offsite and onsite as clinically indicated
• Diagnose chronic and acute maladies
• Assist in the management of facility chronic and acute processes
• Identify and prescribe appropriate medications
• Coordinate care with other providers
• Provide appropriate follow-up after offsite emergency or scheduled specialty visits or procedures
• Order appropriate lab tests
• Counsel and instruct patients on self-care
• Participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings with custody staff per policy guidelines
• Assist with appropriate discharge planning
• Ensure all service provision is in accordance with regulatory standards and all DOC policies and procedures to include The Offender Health Plan and the DOC Formulary
• Due to the limited hours of patient appointment times available in the clinic each day, all of that time will be filled with direct patient contact
• Be consistent and punctual in meeting appointment commitments

Meet all documentation required in a timely manner

Tasks include:

• Provide proper documentation in the chart
• Ensure all charting (to include CPOE printouts) is appropriately filed in a timely manner
• Enter medication orders into pharmacy computer system utilizing CPOE function
• Produce timely, clearly written reports and progress notes
• Ensure follow-up appointments are scheduled and met within statewide expectations
• Research and respond to patient kites in a timely manner not to exceed one working week - make an appointment or write a response as appropriate
• Ensure encounters are turned in or directly entered into the computer system immediately upon completion of appointments

Oversight of assigned patient caseload for medication, labs, and other treatment compliance, efficacy and safety

Tasks include:

• Schedule routine follow-ups to monitor efficacy of treatment strategy
• Ensure that medication orders do not expire
• Research and respond to kite concerns about medication reactions or renewal requests
• Provide timely follow-up to requests for consultation by other discipline professionals
• Analyze pharmacy and nursing reports concerning pill line no shows and appointment no shows and determine appropriate course of action in accordance with statewide directives
• Take appropriate action/make referrals on all aberrant lab results
• Monitor lab values on chronic care patients to optimize health outcomes
• Provide information to HCM1 or respond directly to level one grievances associated with assigned patient caseload

Be a contributing and supportive team member of the medical provider and the total health

services team

Tasks include:

• Consistent and punctual attendance
• Respectful communication
• Provide outstanding customer service (patients, peers, health services and facility leadership, custody and classification staff)
• Respond in a timely manner to requests for assistance, consultation or information
• Attend team and health services staff meetings
• Support quality performance of others
• Seek feedback and give others constructive feedback
• Share knowledge and information and encourage others
• Support and suggest innovative ideas and strategies
• Foster teamwork
• Practice fiscal responsibility
• Participate in Health Services Quality Improvement activities as appropriate
• Practice in accordance with DOC Policy and the Offender Health Plan
• Participate in formal clinical oversight according to facility and DOC Health Services Clinical Oversight structure

Other duties as assigned

Tasks include:

• Promote safety; be an active participant, be aware, be alert, act safely and make recommendations
• Attend all required training
• Manage email and ensure timely response as required
• Keep abreast of new methods, techniques and other developments in the field through reading research journals, attending seminars, workshops, professional affiliations, etc.
• Remain up to date concerning specific work flow expectations and processes at WCCW.
• Participate in Medical On Duty on-call rotations

Qualifications

Required qualifications:

• Education: A doctorate in medicine OR doctor of osteopathy from a recognized school of medicine or

osteopathy.

• Initial and continuous unblemished/unrestricted licensure in the State of Washington as a Medical Doctor of Doctor of

Osteopathy. Must ensure that license is renewed in accordance with BOP regulations and that proof of current licensure

is provided by anniversary date each year to facility leadership.

• Maintain current CPR certification and ensure that proof of current status is provided annually to facility leadership
• Experience: one year post residency with a demonstrated in-depth working knowledge of medical assessment

techniques, medication uses, acute and chronic illness management with appropriate use of ICD-9 diagnosis codes.

• Ethics and Integrity: Demonstrated knowledge of professional, ethical guidelines for medical professionals.

Maintains professional boundaries and has expectations that supervisors, peers and subordinates do the same. This

includes legal and professional expectations and guidelines concerning patient confidentiality.

Must have a demonstrated prescriptive history that maintains a ban on the prescription and administration of behavior

altering medication in dangerous amounts by dangerous methods, or without appropriate supervision and periodic

evaluation.

• Exhibits the following character traits in the work environment:

Sets the standards for professional behavior. Model pro-social behaviors; reinforce positive behaviors; redirect negative

behaviors; and effectively communicate observed behaviors to responsible program staff, administrators, and

supervisors. Demonstrated ability to build positive and constructive working relationships with patients, supervisors.

Displays a positive attitude and optimism regarding occupation in correctional medicine.

LOCAL AND JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES:

A. Uses tools, techniques, physical and cognitive skills and abilities to practice medicine safely and effectively in the

correctional setting and within the scope of practice defined by state law and administrative code so that patient care

provided is safe, effective, efficient and clinically appropriate.

1. Assessment, monitoring and interpretation of objective and subjective data collected about health status, clinical

condition or situation or individuals family, observation, inspection, and examination to identify patterns and variances

from the desired outcome.

2. Diagnose health related problems and determination of the outcomes to be achieved.

3. Ensure continuity of care over time and place. Deliver health care, defining timeframes and pathways for delivery of

services, prioritizing and sequencing care to be provided.

4. Implementation of the plan of care by providing direct patient care, directing others about the urgency, time frames

and methods to deliver health care on or off-site, determining when needs for care become more urgent, need

clarification or another type or level of intention is necessary; taking action as necessary to provide orders and

accomplish prescribed interventions in a timely and clinically responsive manner.

5. Analysis and evaluation of the structure, process and timeframes for service delivery, the expected effects of

treatment or intervention and the outcomes to be achieved; revision of the plan of care to prevent complications; and

intervene to address new or emerging issues or improve care and service delivery.

B. Delegates and assigns responsibility through proper communication to the nurses and assistive nursing personnel

after considering the needs, condition and stability of the patient, complexity of task and predictability of

outcome. Teaches, instructs, monitors, supervises and evaluates the implementation of tasks and the results of patient

care assigned to other personnel.

C. Participates and evaluates their own practice for technical competency and safety, obtains education or training to

retain or improve skills and abilities based upon the work assigned and informs immediate supervisors if there are

specific tasks, techniques, skills or abilities that they are unable to perform competently.

D. Communicates effectively verbally, in writing and via computer or other electronic media with offenders and health

care personnel, custody and other institutional personnel so that information is solicited to identify problems and

develop solutions. This way plans are delivered and implemented by self and others and revised as necessary

resulting in a safe, timely and clinically appropriate service provision.

Is a team player and emphasizes the team approach to the corrections profession. Is able to communicate clearly both

in writing (legible) and orally. Keeps supervisor and subordinates informed of changes and developments. Works diligently and effectively to mediate disputes and create workable solutions to identified problems in a timely manner.

Responds to difficult, stressful or sensitive interpersonal situations involving staff or offenders with empathy and in ways

that minimize discord and maintain good working relationships.

Adaptability - Incorporates new information into an existing framework of understanding. Accepts change and supports

the Department through changes in administration, law, policy, and procedure.

Interpersonal Skills - Display a positive attitude and optimism about the work to be done. Recognize when others need

assistance and offer to help. Work with dedication and commitment.

Stress Tolerance - Effectively handle highly stressful or adverse situations, making good decisions. Will need to stay

focused on task in spite of distractions and handle interruptions appropriately.

Analysis - Uses data and information in a clear and rationale thought process to access and understand issues,

evaluate options, form accurate conclusions and make decisions. Identifies key facts, understands the nature and

relationship between data elements, recognizes underlying principles or patterns in an array of data, determine if

additional data should be collected. Uses judgment and critical thinking in the absence of clear guideline to draw

conclusions about further action.

Observation and Inspection - Critically observes and inspects people, conditions, and the environment to detect

problems. Acutely aware of critical details, alert and attentive when performing other work, understands normal

conditions and constantly compares the current status to the norm to identify subtle changes and incremental deviation,

makes informed judgment about when a change in current status must occur and determines appropriate action. Uses

insight to identify contributing and mitigating factors. Understands that documentation and other forms of

communication cause others to understand and take appropriate actions.

Decisiveness - Makes timely decisions about sacrificing quality even under ambiguous circumstances or when data is

limited. Recognizes when a decision must be made and moves forward, delegates decision making authority

appropriately, advocates for important patient care objectives and finds common ground and solutions among diverse

interests.

Specific knowledge of all statutory and Department of Health regulations as well as statewide and facility specific

policies, procedures, processes and operational memoranda and their application in the WCCW Health Services

environment.

Supplemental Information

Mission: The mission of DOC is to improve public safety by positively changing lives.

Our Vision: Working together for safer communities.

Our Commitment: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.

Our Core Values:

• Cultivate an environment of integrity and trust: Corrections values partnership and trust. We foster openness and support courageous conversations. We are committed to doing what we say we are going to do by being accountable and taking personal ownership in our actions.
• Respectful and inclusive interactions: Corrections appreciates and values individuals by promoting an inclusive and diverse environment, which encourages safety. We respect, value, and listen to the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of our stakeholders and consider the impact on those we serve as well as each other.
• Peoples safety: Corrections believes in creating an environment that values physical, mental, and emotional security and well-being. We honor those who advance safety for all.
• Positivity in words and actions: At Corrections, we assume positive intentions and believe there is a shared desire for the best outcome. We consistently demonstrate positive behavior and always put forth our best effort.
• Supporting peoples success: Corrections is committed to our community - understanding individuals, instilling hope, embracing change, and providing opportunities.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• DOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements for the federal employment eligibility verification form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form. https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
• DOC does not use E-Verify; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit www.uscis.gov.
• Please include a minimum of three (3) professional references with your application. A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.

Please note: Phone number AND email address are required for all professional references.

• A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.
• We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration.
• Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.
• This position may be represented by a bargaining unit.
• Requires respirator medical evaluation questionnaire, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by the WA Industrial Safety & Act standards. Refer to WAC 296-842 to learn more.
• Must be able to work in spaces, climb stairs, walk long distances, and frequently lift up to 30 pounds. Under rare circumstances this position may be required to lift or carry up to 50 pounds and push up to 100 pounds.
• Foreign equivalent degrees awarded outside the United States must have a credential evaluation report attached to your application. You may request the required evaluation/documentation from www.wes.org and www.aice-eval.org. Until this documentation is provided, you will not be selected to move forward in the hiring process.
• Candidates who are offered a job with the Department of Corrections must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.
• Salary is based on experience and is determined at the time a final offer of employment is made.

We are committed to hiring individuals who possess core diversity competencies:

Foster a positive attitude and openness toward the ever changing social and cultural makeup of the workplace.

• Work effectively with people of different perspectives, abilities, disabilities, races, religions, ages, lifestyle preferences and social, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
• Respectfully acknowledge peoples differences and recognize these differences as important and valuable.
• Promote inclusiveness.
• Be culturally sensitive and appropriate.
• Respect and value diverse backgrounds and traditions.

What We Offer:

As an employee of the Department of Corrections, your work-life integration is a priority. Washington State employees are offered one of the most inclusive and competitive benefits packages in the nation. Besides comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision, these perks also may include:

• Up to 25 paid vacations days a year
• 8 hours of paid sick leave per month
• 12 paid holidays a year
• Generous retirement plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Dependent Care Assistance
• Deferred Compensation and so much more!

Many DOC jobs are covered by the Public Safety Employees Retirement System (PSERS). If someone moves from a Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) eligible position to a PSERS eligible position, they actually retire under two different systems/plans. For more information, please contact the Department of Retirement System at: 1-800-547-6657.

DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.

For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email Angela Berrier at amberrier@doc1.wa.gov or call at 509. 540.7078. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.

More than Just a Paycheck!

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. Thats why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits:

The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits

Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation

State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security

All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays

Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave

Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)

Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave

Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave

Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave

Leave Sharing

Parental Leave

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 01-07-2026

01

Do you have a doctorate in medicine OR doctor of osteopathy from a recognized school of medicine or osteopathy?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have an initial and continuous unblemished/unrestricted licensure in the State of Washington as a Medical Doctor or Doctor of Osteopathy? AND are you able to ensure that your license is renewed in accordance with BOP regulations and have proof of current licensure provided by anniversary date each year to facility leadership.

• Yes
• No
• I am currently licensed in another state and will start the process for WA licensure.

03

Do you have at least one year post residency experience with in-depth working knowledge of medical assessment techniques, medication uses, acute and chronic illness management with appropriate use of ICD-9 diagnosis codes?

• Yes
• I do not have this experience

04

Have you read through the list of local and job specific competences and are able to uphold them?

• Yes, I have read them all and can meet the requirements
• I have read them but am not able to meet the requirements

05

3100 - How did you hear about this opportunity?

• Careers.wa.gov; jobs.doc.wa.gov; or governmentjobs.com
• Indeed
• DOC social media (Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter)
• Job/career fair
• Job boards (Monster. ZipRecruiter, GlassDoor, CareerBuilder)
• WorkSource
• Veteran outreach
• Referral from current DOC employee
• Other

06

3100 - If hired for this position, do you currently possess required documents to allow you to legally work within the United States? (The below link lists acceptable documents: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents)

• Yes
• No

07

3100 - If hired for this position, will you require employer sponsorship, either now or in the future?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State of Washington

Address View Job Posting for Agency Information

View Job Posting for Location, Washington, 98504

Website http://www.careers.wa.gov