Locum Tenens Physician - Family Practice (Near Toutle, WA)
Are you a passionate Family Physician seeking a challenging and rewarding locum tenens opportunity in a rural community near Toutle, WA? We're seeking a qualified and experienced physician to join our team and provide high-quality care to a diverse patient population in a fast-paced outpatient setting. This is a locum tenens position with a start date as soon as credentialing is complete, offering a 3-month contract with the possibility to extend.
What We Offer:
- Schedule: Full-time Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (40 hours/week) with an unpaid lunch break.
- Patient Care: Be prepared to see up to 21 patients daily, potentially more depending on cancellations. We require a physician comfortable with a high-volume environment and experience working with all ages, from newborns to geriatrics.
- Supportive Team: Each provider benefits from a dedicated medical assistant, with access to receptionists, mental health therapists, dietitians, and on-site pediatricians (in most clinics). A local healthcare administrator will handle your timecards.
- Diverse Patient Population: We serve a thriving rural community with a significant migrant and refugee population. Interpretive services are available on-site. Fluency in Spanish is a requirement for this position, with additional languages being a valuable asset.
- Technology: We utilize the EPIC electronic medical record system for efficient patient care.
- Procedures: You will perform common procedures like injections, IUD placement, and minor wound care.
- Travel & Compensation: We offer a competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits (details provided during the interview) and will cover your travel expenses (flight, rental car/mileage, and lodging).
Qualifications:
- Board certification in Family Medicine (BC) or Osteopathic Family Medicine (BE) required
- Active WA medical license required
- Active WA DEA license required
- Minimum of 2 years' experience as a Family Physician with recent patient care experience
- Clean background check and no malpractice history
- Experience with the EPIC electronic medical record system is mandatory
- Fluency in Spanish is a requirement
- BLS, ACLS, or other relevant certifications preferred (details discussed during credentialing)
- Ability to integrate quickly with a 1-week orientation and begin seeing patients by day 3
- Experience working with vulnerable populations and a passion for serving rural communities are highly valued
To Apply:
Please submit your CV and a cover letter expressing your interest in this opportunity.
Job ID: j-227999
Note: This is a general job description, and specific details may vary. We encourage you to submit your application for further discussion.
Additional Information:
- This rural setting offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of patients in a close-knit community.
- We value cultural competency and are committed to providing quality healthcare to all, regardless of background.
- If you're a physician who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working with a supportive team, we encourage you to apply!
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