Growing Demand for IM Services in Tri-Cities Area

Updated 9/23/26
Kennewick, Washington, United States
Nurse Practitioner
Internal Medicine
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Job at a glance

Degree Required DNP
Position Type Full-Time
Work Environment Hospital Clinic/Private Practice
Visa Sponsorship No
Experience Level 2 years

Job description

Job description

Position Details:

  • Setting:
    • Joining IM physician in growing practice with full support staff
    • Primarily outpatient only in clinic setting
    • Shared call rotation with internal medicine physicians for after-hours coverage
  • Schedule: Full-time Monday through Friday: 8:00 am–5:00 pm
    • One weekday shift: 11:00 am–7:00 pm
  • EMR Systems: Athena (clinic) and Paragon (hospital) for seamless patient care continuity.
  • Daily patient load: approximately 20–22 patients/day


Compensation & Benefits

  • Base Salary: $145,000
  • Sign-On Bonus: $20,000
  • Relocation Assistance: $15,000
  • Student Loan Repayment: $5,000/year
  • CME Allowance: $2,500/year
  • Paid Time Off: 30 days (including holidays)


Candidate Qualifications

  • Minimum 2–3 years of nursing experience in primary care or ICU settings
  • Prefer candidates with experience in geriatric medicine, diabetes management, or rheumatology

Why Kennewick, WA?

Kennewick, part of the Tri-Cities (Kennewick, Richland, and Pasco), offers a rare blend of small-town charm and metropolitan amenities in one of the most desirable regions of Washington state. Whether you're looking for a peaceful place to raise a family or a community that supports a balanced lifestyle, Kennewick delivers.

  • 300+ days of sunshine annually – perfect for year-round outdoor activities
  • Recreational paradise with nearby access to hiking, biking, fishing, boating, and golf
  • Surrounded by wine country and farm-to-table dining, with over 200 wineries in the region
  • Top-rated schools, safe neighborhoods, and a family-friendly environment
  • Affordable cost of living compared to other metro areas in the Pacific Northwest
  • Easy access to larger metro areas like Seattle, Spokane, and Portland
  • Thriving local economy supported by healthcare, agriculture, education, and technology

Qualifications

Minimum 2–3 years of nursing experience in primary care or ICU settings
Prefer candidates with experience in geriatric medicine, diabetes management, or rheumatology

Working Hours

Schedule: Full-time Monday through Friday: 8:00 am–5:00 pm
One weekday shift: 11:00 am–7:00 pm
Some Call shared with physicians
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Lifepoint Health

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