Franciscan Medical Group

Ambulatory · Tacoma, WA

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On the floor

What the day-to-day looks like

Setting: Ambulatory

Benefits

The research includes a benefits page from jobs.franciscanhealth.org, which appears to be associated with the Indiana-based Franciscan Health system rather than VMFH specifically.

The city

Living in Tacoma, WA

Tacoma sits on Puget Sound with Mount Rainier rising dramatically to the southeast, offering nurses a Pacific Northwest lifestyle at a more approachable pace than nearby Seattle. The historic Stadium District and rustically revitalized Point Defiance Park capture the city's blend of industrial heritage and outdoor access. Commutes to Seattle are manageable when bigger-city amenities call.

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Metro price level · Tacoma area: 111.1; 11% above the national average
Median gross rent: $1,676/mo; rent and tenant-paid utilities

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Who they are

Franciscan Medical Group is a clinic-based medical group operating in Tacoma, WA, as part of Virginia Mason Franciscan Health (VMFH). VMFH serves the Puget Sound region and is affiliated with CommonSpirit Health, one of the largest nonprofit health systems in the United States.

Ambulatory · Tacoma

More about Franciscan Medical Group

The medical group provides specialty outpatient care, including cardiothoracic surgery services, and operates clinics throughout the region. Working at Franciscan Medical Group involves ambulatory clinical practice with weekday schedules, as indicated by job postings noting no holidays or weekends for clinic roles. The organization emphasizes a team-oriented, collaborative environment and patient-centered care. It is important to note that a separate Franciscan Health system based in Mishawaka, Indiana (founded 1875, approximately 4,462 employees, 14 offices) is distinct from Virginia Mason Franciscan Health.

As part of CommonSpirit Health, VMFH's mission is to 'make the healing presence of God known in our world by improving the health of the people we serve, especially those who are vulnerable, while we advance social justice for all.' The vision is 'A healthier future for all, inspired by faith, driven by innovation, and powered by our humanity.' Core values include Compassion, described as caring with listening, empathy, and love.

Why nurses stay

How they describe the culture

team-orientedcompassionatefaith-basedpatient-centeredcollaborativeengageddedicatedinnovative

What nurses say in reviews

The Glassdoor reviews for 'Franciscan Health' may reference the separate Indiana-based Franciscan Health system rather than Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in Tacoma, WA. Without explicit numeric rating data, a reputation score cannot be derived.

The good

No holidays or weekends for clinic-based positions
Sign-on bonuses available for qualifying new external hires
Team-oriented, collaborative work environment with passionate colleagues
Competitive pay mentioned in job postings
Part of a large, established health system (CommonSpirit Health) with broad resources

The hard parts

VMFH website acknowledges high call volumes and long patient wait times in clinics, suggesting potential workload or capacity pressures
Privacy incidents referenced on VMFH website may raise data security concerns for staff

“I came for the sign-on bonus. I stayed because on my hardest night, my whole team stayed with me.”

A nurse, on why they stayed

The reality check

Before you decide

Quick facts

Relationship: Direct employer
Roles last seen active: Aug 9, 2026
Website: vmfh.org ↗

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