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Get Access To All JobsClinical Instructor / Primary Care Physician - Internal Medicine Scope - Greater Bellevue Area
Position Overview
Organization: UW Medicine Primary Care
Title: Clinical Instructor / Primary Care Physician - Internal Medicine Scope - Greater Bellevue Area
Position Details
Position Description
UW Medicine Primary Care, in conjunction with the Division of General Internal Medicine, is seeking three Internal Medicine Primary Care Physicians.
These openings are for full-time Primary Care practices at our Factoria, Woodinville and Kirkland clinics. These communities are all east of Seattle in the greater Bellevue area.
UW Medicine has a single mission: To improve the health of the public. The 30,000 members of our community advance this mission through the excellence of their work in patient care, medical education and research.
UW Medicine Primary Care offers a complete spectrum of primary and urgent care services, strong connections to specialists throughout the Seattle area, and are committed to improving the health of the public. The providers are actively engaged in teaching and providing outstanding care.
We prioritize unique and comprehensive care delivery to serve the needs of our patients, including behavioral health, care management, lab and radiology, and a fully integrated electronic medical record. Through our affiliation with the world-class University of Washington School of Medicine and the top ranked primary care training program in the United States, our employees have the distinct advantage to provide our patients with an exceptionally high level of innovative care.
Candidates must be Board Certified or Board Eligible. Successful candidate will be appointed as a Clinical Instructor through the UW School of Medicine.
We provide competitive compensation, outstanding benefits, and a commitment to work-life balance.
Clinical Instructors hold annual appointments that align with a 12-month service period (July 1-June 30) and may be reappointed to subsequent annual terms. 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. In addition to providing primary care, this role will include some clinical teaching responsibilities.
Base salary for this position will be $18,423 per month ($221,076 per annum) commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. Please note that only compensation provided by the University is included in University benefit determination and calculations. Compensation provided by UW Physicians (UWP) provides eligibility for separate benefits offered by that organization.
Other compensation associated with this position includes a minimum guaranteed incentive for the first two years of $13,000 per quarter ($52,000 per annum) through UW Physicians. The incentive is based on both production and quality metrics, with guaranteed incentive pay being based on achieving up to the 45th percentile of production during the period of record; should the provider exceed this level of production, they will receive the higher productivity earned incentive instead.
For practitioners holding an appointment in one of the physicians practice plans, see the link for additional benefits that may be available at https://faculty.uwmedicine.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/UWP-Benefits-Summary-for-recruitingef-edits-v3.pdf
Qualifications
Candidates must have earned an MD or DO, or foreign equivalent, completed residency, and should be board certified or board eligible in Internal Medicine. Candidates will need to possess or obtain a valid Washington State medical license and DEA cert.
Instructions
Apply here by uploading the following materials:
-
A brief cover letter detailing your interest, qualifications and experience.
-
Your complete and current CV.
In addition to sharing more about professional experiences and goals, applicants should articulate how their past experiences and/or future plans in patient care and teaching promote a sense of belonging and foster a welcoming and inclusive environment.
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact our recruiter, Deirdre Mimura, at uwpc-recruiter@uw.edu
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Equal Opportunity
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.
Benefits Information
The University is committed to providing excellent benefits to our faculty. For a summary of available benefits, please see UWHR benefits information.
Privacy Notice
Your application materials may be used for employment consideration and shared in accordance with UW’s Privacy Policy.
Disability Services
The University of Washington is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
Clinical Instructor / Primary Care Physician - Internal Medicine Scope - Greater Bellevue Area
Position Overview
Organization: UW Medicine Primary Care
Title: Clinical Instructor / Primary Care Physician - Internal Medicine Scope - Greater Bellevue Area
Position Details
Position Description
UW Medicine Primary Care, in conjunction with the Division of General Internal Medicine, is seeking three Internal Medicine Primary Care Physicians.
These openings are for full-time Primary Care practices at our Factoria, Woodinville and Kirkland clinics. These communities are all east of Seattle in the greater Bellevue area.
UW Medicine has a single mission: To improve the health of the public. The 30,000 members of our community advance this mission through the excellence of their work in patient care, medical education and research.
UW Medicine Primary Care offers a complete spectrum of primary and urgent care services, strong connections to specialists throughout the Seattle area, and are committed to improving the health of the public. The providers are actively engaged in teaching and providing outstanding care.
We prioritize unique and comprehensive care delivery to serve the needs of our patients, including behavioral health, care management, lab and radiology, and a fully integrated electronic medical record. Through our affiliation with the world-class University of Washington School of Medicine and the top ranked primary care training program in the United States, our employees have the distinct advantage to provide our patients with an exceptionally high level of innovative care.
Candidates must be Board Certified or Board Eligible. Successful candidate will be appointed as a Clinical Instructor through the UW School of Medicine.
We provide competitive compensation, outstanding benefits, and a commitment to work-life balance.
Clinical Instructors hold annual appointments that align with a 12-month service period (July 1-June 30) and may be reappointed to subsequent annual terms. 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. In addition to providing primary care, this role will include some clinical teaching responsibilities.
Base salary for this position will be $18,423 per month ($221,076 per annum) commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. Please note that only compensation provided by the University is included in University benefit determination and calculations. Compensation provided by UW Physicians (UWP) provides eligibility for separate benefits offered by that organization.
Other compensation associated with this position includes a minimum guaranteed incentive for the first two years of $13,000 per quarter ($52,000 per annum) through UW Physicians. The incentive is based on both production and quality metrics, with guaranteed incentive pay being based on achieving up to the 45th percentile of production during the period of record; should the provider exceed this level of production, they will receive the higher productivity earned incentive instead.
For practitioners holding an appointment in one of the physicians practice plans, see the link for additional benefits that may be available at https://faculty.uwmedicine.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/UWP-Benefits-Summary-for-recruitingef-edits-v3.pdf
Qualifications
Candidates must have earned an MD or DO, or foreign equivalent, completed residency, and should be board certified or board eligible in Internal Medicine. Candidates will need to possess or obtain a valid Washington State medical license and DEA cert.
Instructions
Apply here by uploading the following materials:
-
A brief cover letter detailing your interest, qualifications and experience.
-
Your complete and current CV.
In addition to sharing more about professional experiences and goals, applicants should articulate how their past experiences and/or future plans in patient care and teaching promote a sense of belonging and foster a welcoming and inclusive environment.
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact our recruiter, Deirdre Mimura, at uwpc-recruiter@uw.edu
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Equal Opportunity
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.
Benefits Information
The University is committed to providing excellent benefits to our faculty. For a summary of available benefits, please see UWHR benefits information.
Privacy Notice
Your application materials may be used for employment consideration and shared in accordance with UW’s Privacy Policy.
Disability Services
The University of Washington is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Primary Care Physician
Verify your ECFMG certification before applying
International medical graduates must hold active ECFMG certification before any U.S. residency program or employer can file an H-1B petition. Confirm your certification status and expiration date early so delays don't stall your petition timeline.
Target cap-exempt employers first
Federally qualified health centers, nonprofit hospitals, and university-affiliated medical practices can file H-1B petitions outside the annual 85,000-slot cap. Focusing your search on these employers eliminates lottery risk and lets you start sooner.
Look up prevailing wages by county before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your specific county and practice setting. Use OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions so you know the floor your offer must meet.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter primary care openings by employers with documented H-1B LCA filing history on Migrate Mate. This surfaces health systems that have sponsored physicians before, cutting through listings where sponsorship is uncertain or handled case-by-case.
Secure state licensure before your petition start date
USCIS requires you to hold a valid state medical license by the H-1B start date, not just at petition filing. If your license is pending, ask your employer to request an October 1 start date to give licensure processing enough time.
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Find Primary Care Physician JobsPrimary Care Physician H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Do primary care physician H-1B petitions go through the annual lottery?
Not always. Hospitals affiliated with universities, nonprofit health systems, and federally qualified health centers are cap-exempt, meaning they can file H-1B petitions year-round without entering the April lottery. If you're targeting private practices or for-profit clinics, those petitions do count against the annual cap and require lottery selection.
What credentials does an employer verify before filing an H-1B for a primary care physician?
Employers typically confirm ECFMG certification for international medical graduates, a valid state medical license in the state where you'll practice, board certification or active board eligibility, and a DEA registration if prescribing controlled substances. All of these must align with the job duties described in the H-1B petition and LCA before USCIS adjudicates the case.
How do I find primary care employers who have actually sponsored H-1B visas before?
Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history filtered by occupation, so you can identify health systems and medical groups that have successfully sponsored primary care physicians rather than relying on job postings that mention sponsorship in vague terms.
Can a J-1 waiver affect my H-1B eligibility as a primary care physician?
Yes. If you completed a J-1 clinical exchange program, you're subject to the two-year home-country residency requirement, which blocks H-1B status until it's fulfilled or waived. Conrad 30 waivers, available through state health departments, allow primary care physicians serving underserved areas to waive this requirement and transition directly to H-1B status.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for H-1B primary care physician positions?
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for the specific geographic area and practice setting where you'll work. Wage levels vary significantly by county and employer type. You can look up the applicable wage tier using OFLC Wage Search before entering offer negotiations to ensure the proposed salary satisfies DOL requirements.
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