The MultiCare and ThriveAP partnership focuses on structured education and mentorship to better support early-career APPs in primary care, women’s health and critical care.

 MultiCare Health System , a leading not-for-profit health care organization and ThriveAP, a national leader in transition-to-practice and upskilling workforce development, have partnered to empower and support advanced practice providers in Washington during pivotal phases of their careers.

MultiCare and ThriveAP have launched a strategic initiative to provide specialty-specific, structured education designed for APPs as they enter the workforce and as they transition to new practice areas. The program’s timing is critical — most nurse practitioner (NP) and physician assistant (PA) programs graduate in early May and having ThriveAP in place positions MultiCare to stand out in upcoming recruitment and onboarding efforts.

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“With ThriveAP’s resources, we’re ensuring our APPs have the confidence and clinical excellence they need — whether at the start of their careers or transitioning into new roles,” – Jessica McHugh, MD, chief medical officer of MultiCare Health System.

The program will begin with a cohort of 101 APPs working across primary care, women’s health and critical care — areas that align closely with community needs as well as MultiCare’s long-term priorities in patient care and workforce development. The clinician-led curriculum combines continuing medical education, mentorship, and specialty-focused learning.

“As we look toward the future of care delivery, it’s clear APPs will be instrumental in meeting the growing patient needs in Washington State,” said Jessica McHugh, MD, chief medical officer of MultiCare Health System medical group. “This partnership is a reflection of our deep commitment to supporting clinical teams. With ThriveAP’s resources, we’re ensuring our APPs have the confidence and clinical excellence they need — whether at the start of their careers or transitioning into new roles.”

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The collaboration with ThriveAP is a forward-thinking solution, tackling pressing challenges facing Washington State and promising opportunities that include:

  • Offsetting a projected shortfall of 6,037 physicians by 2030, including 1,695 in primary care alone
  • Support for APPs as a growing and essential part of multidisciplinary care teams
  • Strong early-career support including mentorship and education
  • Standardized onboarding and clinical development across departments
  • Long-term retention of clinicians
  • Response to regulatory changes affecting physician assistant oversight in Washington state

“MultiCare is making a clear statement that their APPs matter,” said Jim Creason, president and CEO of ThriveAP. “They are leading by example by offering a structured, meaningful pathway for new and transitioning APPs to grow and succeed. This partnership will shape the future of care by investing in the people who deliver it.”

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