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Community Health of Central Washington

Medical Director Physician

yakima, WA

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Community Health of Central Washington lists this Medical Director Physician opportunity in yakima, Washington. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

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.

Reputable Teaching FQHC with Strong Ties to our Community

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.

Yakima Pediatrics needs a Pediatrician to oversee all aspects of pediatric medical care and delivery in this leadership role at our large, single specialty practice . Come work in a collaborative, team-focused environment to provide the children in our region access to high quality, and affordable care.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

As a key member of CHCW Management Team , the Site Medical Director (SMD) provides leadership, direction, vision, and executes the organizational strategic plan, growth and expansion of services, participates in medical decision-making, and development of policies

Collaborates on standardization of pediatric clinical protocols and workflows across the organization

Participates in the recruitment of clinical staff and assists with site specific onboarding process

Works closely with CMO and COO to provide direction regarding all clinical issues

Collaborates with the clinic manager regarding general operations of the clinic

Supervises providers

Maintains a clinical practice with dedicated time for SMD responsibilities and meetings

WHY YAKIMA PEDIATRICS?

Work/Life fit: Enjoy a flexible, full time, workweek, with admin time, no call, no weekends

Advocacy : For patients and providers. Administration round tables with providers for input with strategic planning

Teaching-Friendly Culture : Practice revolves around a teaching model vs a productivity model

Meaningful Patient Care : Serve a diverse population with room to explore your specialty interests

Longevity and Reputation : For over 40 years, Yakima Pediatrics has been a trusted partner for pediatric and adolescent care in our community!

Spanish-speaking ? That s a big plus in our vibrant, bilingual community!

Modern Tech : We use OCHIN EPIC for a seamless EMR experience; DAX copilot or Dragon dictation software

ON-SITE SUPPORT

Pharmacy on site

Strong and robust Primary Care Behavioral Health with BHCs on site and warm handoffs within minutes

Teen Health Clinic

Clinical Support : 1-1.5:1 MAs, Pediatric RNs, after-hours nurse triage, and case managers

Providers : Great blend of new grads, tenured pediatricians, and pediatric nurse practitioners

COMPENSATION & PERKS

Base Salary: $225,000-$267,400. Salary range is based on encounters per patient clinic days (18-26 tier level), Site Medical Director oversight , and experience. Additional incentive for meeting quality/engagement goals

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

Student Loan Repayment Programs and Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Relocation and sign-on bonus

QUALIFICATIONS

MD/DO degree or IMG equivalent

Completion of an accredited US Pediatric Residency

2 years prior experience as a Pediatrician is required

Prior leadership roles are highly desirable

WA License or the ability to obtain a WA license

DEA certificate

BE/BC required

Approved for credentialing with Medicare, Medicaid, and health plans

LIVE THE GOOD LIFE IN CENTRAL WA

Yakima offers over 300 days of sunshine, breathtaking views of Mt. Rainier and Mt. Adams, easy access to outdoor adventures within minutes, and a low cost of living. With great schools, award-winning gourmet dining venues, a variety of ethnic restaurants, family-friendly events, wineries and microbreweries, and easy travel to Seattle and Portland, it s the ideal place to plant roots.

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