Academic/Faculty/Research Physician

Family Medicine or Family Medicine with OB Physician for Core Faculty

Community Health of Central WA (CHCW) is an organization focused on patient-centered care, education of our future healthcare workforce, and providing healthcare services needed in our community. We value work-life fit and provide a work environment dedicated to achieving and improving the quality of our employees' daily experiences.

Founded by our Central WA Family Medicine Residency program (CWFM) in 1993, CHCW has grown into an integrated community health center to include full spectrum primary care, pediatric, senior residential care, behavioral and addiction care, and dental serving the Yakima and Kittitas Counties at multiple sites.

CHCW-Ellensburg Medical Clinic needs a Family Medicine or Family Medicine with OB physician for Core Faculty to provide formal teaching, mentoring, and advising for our Resident Physicians on a rural track. Come work in a collaborative, team-focused environment to provide the patients and families in our region access to high quality, and affordable care.

Job Description

• Provide formal teaching, mentoring, and advising for Resident Physicians on a rural track
• Work in a collaborative, team-focused environment

Requirements

• MD/DO degree or IMG equivalent
• Completion of an accredited Family Medicine US Residency
• WA License or the ability to obtain a WA license
• DEA certificate
• BE/BC required
• Great peer references and in good standing
• Approved for credentialing with Medicare, Medicaid, and health plans

Benefits

• Work/life fit: Enjoy a flexible 4-day workweek with dedicated resident/faculty/admin time
• Lifestyle choice: Enjoy a calmer lifestyle in this small, university town in Ellensburg
• Advocacy: For patients and providers. Administration round tables with providers for input with strategic planning
• Teaching-friendly culture: As Core Faculty, prior teaching experience is required. A shared call if wanting to do OB
• Meaningful patient care: Serve a diverse population with room to explore your specialty interests
• Longevity and reputation: CHCW has been a trusted partner in the health and wellbeing of our communities for over 30 years!
• Spanish speaking? That’s a big plus
• Modern tech: We use OCHIN EPIC for a seamless EMR experience; DAX copilot (AI), Dragon dictation software

On-Site Support

• Strong and robust Primary Care Behavioral Health with BHCs on site and warm handoffs within minutes
• Support services: lab, x-ray, pharmacy, evening clinic (certain services are site specific)
• Clinical support: fully staffed with MAs, RNs, after-hours triage, and case managers
• Providers: Great blend of residents, new grads, mid-career, tenured physicians, and APPs

Compensation and Perks

• Faculty base salary: $215,000-$225,000. Salary is based on 18-20 encounters per day, and experience bonus. Additional financial add-ons include a fellowship bonus (if applicable), meeting engagement goals, OB call (if applicable), and delivery bonus (if applicable)
• Medical, dental, vision, Rx, AD&D, life, LTD, HSA, and FTCA malpractice coverage
• Employee premiums as low as $0-$25/month, with subsidized family coverage
• Health & wellness programs
• Generous PTO, extended illness time, and 9 paid holidays
• CME allowances and dedicated time
• Approved sites for Student Loan Repayment Programs and Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Relocation and sign-on bonus
• Visa sponsorship

Community Overview

Situated in Kittitas County, Ellensburg, WA is home to Central Washington University and Ellensburg Rodeo—America’s Top 10 Rodeos. Downtown Ellensburg is a place to discover year-round with its ongoing street festivals, live music, foodie finds, an eclectic art scene, brand-name clothing, one-of-a-kind shops, historic tours and museums, impressive public art, a vibrant farmer's market, fun art programs, and a beer lover's paradise.