General Internal Medicine Hospital Medicine Program – Assistant/Associate Professor of Clinical Practice Positions
The Hospital Medicine Program, part of the Division of General Internal Medicine (GIM) and the Department of Medicine, is currently accepting online applications for up to seven positions at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank in the Clinical Practice track. Specific rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications as generally described in UW’s Faculty Code Section 24-34 . Position FTE is negotiable - information about benefits eligibility can be found at https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/insurance/health/eligibility-for-insurance/ . While the anticipated start date is July 1, 2026, specific start date is negotiable and select positions may be available immediately.
Candidates may be considered at individual or multiple sections of GIM—Harborview Medical Center, University of Washington Medical Center (Montlake and Northwest campuses), and VA Puget Sound Health Care System. University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research, and service. All positions will provide primary medicine services, consultative medicine and/or perioperative medicine services, with teaching on the general medicine wards and opportunities to interact with students and residents from a variety of departments. In addition to clinical work, teaching, scholarship, and service are integral to all Clinical Practice positions. The initial appointment period will be three years, at a minimum, with eligibility for renewal thereafter. Faculty on the clinical practice track hold multi-year appointments that align with a 12-month service period (July 1-June 30). Faculty with 12-month service periods are paid for 11 months of service over a 12-month period (July-June), meaning the equivalent of one month is available for paid time off. Clinical Practice track appointments are not eligible for tenure.
Only full-time positions (100% FTE) are eligible for H-1B and permanent residence sponsorship. Employer based permanent residence sponsorship is offered in the Clinical Practice track.
For more information about the GIM Hospital Medicine Program, please visit: https://gim.uw.edu/clinical-programs/hospital-medicine .
HMC, UWMC-Montlake, and UWMC-Northwest
The Hospital Medicine Program at HMC, UWMC-Montlake, and UWMC-Northwest offers daytime and/or night-time positions (combined positions are also available).
For further descriptions of the Hospital Medicine Service at each site, please visit:
HMC: https://gim.uw.edu/clinical-programs/hospital-medicine/hmc .
UWMC-Montlake: https://gim.uw.edu/clinical-programs/hospital-medicine/uwmc-montlake
UWMC-Northwest: https://gim.uw.edu/clinical-programs/hospital-medicine/northwest
VA Puget Sound Health Care System (VAPSHCS)
The base salary range for this position will be: $14,334 - $20,417 per month ($172,008 - $245,004 annually), commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. This range is inclusive of base salary provided through the UW Physicians (UWP) practice plan, in addition to base salary provided by the University. Please note that only compensation provided by the University is included in University benefit determinations and calculations. Compensation provided by UW Physicians (UWP) practice planmay provide eligibility for separate benefits offered by that organization.
The VA Puget Sound Health Care System offers daytime and/or night-time positions (combined positions are also available).
Applicants for VAPSHCS positions must be U.S. Citizens (permanent residents may be appointed only if it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens).
For further descriptions of the Hospital Medicine Service at VAPSHCS, please visit: https://gim.uw.edu/clinical-programs/hospital-medicine/va-puget-sound .
Compensation
Compensation for UW Hospitalists is broken into multiple components as described below. Total guaranteed annual compensation ranges from $235,008 - $315,000, depending upon rank and day/night split.
Salary
For HMC, UWMC-Montlake, UWMC-Northwest:
The base salary range for this position will be: $14,334 - $20,417 per month ($172,008 - $245,004 annually), commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. This range is inclusive of base salary provided through the UW Physicians (UWP) practice plan, in addition to base salary provided by the University. Please note that only compensation provided by the University is included in University benefit determinations and calculations. Compensation provided by UW Physicians (UWP) practice plan
may provide eligibility for separate benefits offered by that organization.
For VAPSHCS:
This position is paid directly by the VA Puget Sound Health Care System and receives no UW compensation. Please refer to VAPSHCS for information about compensation for this position.
Other Compensation
Other compensation associated with this position will include a pay supplement (CCO) of $3,084 -$7,084 per month ($37,008 - $85,008 annually) for work on the hospital medicine service. Other compensation associated with this position may include incentive through the UW Physicians (UWP) practice plan.
Benefits
UW Physicians Practice Plan: For practitioners holding an appointment in the UW Physicians (UWP) practice plan, you will be entitled to additional benefits which includes an employer-paid retirement benefit plan. Please review this link for more details: Summary of UWP Benefit Plans
Freqently Asked Questions
Expertise in general internal medicine combined with clinical teaching abilities and perioperative medicine knowledge distinguishes professors in Seattle's hospital medicine programs. Familiarity with academic research and multi-disciplinary collaboration enhances effectiveness in this role.
Advancement often involves progressing through academic ranks, expanding research portfolios, and leading clinical education programs. In hospital medicine, gaining experience across multiple service sites like Harborview or VA Puget Sound can enrich career trajectory.
Faculty appointments align with a 12-month cycle but include paid time off equivalent to one month within that year. This structure balances continuous clinical and teaching responsibilities with scheduled breaks, supporting sustainable work-life management.
UW Tacoma offers employer-sponsored permanent residence for full-time roles, robust retirement plans via the UW Physicians practice, and a competitive salary package. The integrated academic environment fosters interdisciplinary teaching and research not always present elsewhere.
The program provides flexible scheduling options including day, night, or combined shifts across multiple sites including Harborview and UWMC campuses. This flexibility helps align clinical duties with personal preferences and institutional needs.
UW Tacoma offers an annual base salary from approximately $172,000 to $245,000, plus significant monthly supplements, positioning it favorably against Seattle's healthcare academic salary benchmarks, reflecting the role's seniority and clinical demands.
This position emphasizes a blend of clinical service, teaching, and scholarship within a multi-site academic framework. Unlike purely clinical roles, it integrates faculty responsibilities with formal appointments and opportunities for research involvement.
Yes, but only full-time positions (100% FTE) qualify for H-1B visa and permanent residence sponsorship, ensuring international hires can secure long-term employment and benefits consistent with UW policies.
Certifications in general internal medicine, hospital medicine, and teaching credentials enhance candidacy. Seattle's emphasis on interdisciplinary care encourages qualifications supporting both clinical excellence and academic instruction.
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