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About the job Physician Hospitalist (MD / DO)
Columbia Basin Hospital
Ephrata
$220,000 – $275,000
Full Time | 7 on / 7 off
This Is More Than a Hospitalist Role
This is an opportunity to practice medicine the way many physicians hoped it would feel.
At Columbia Basin Hospital , you are not just managing a list of patients. You are caring for neighbors, supporting families, and becoming a trusted part of a rural community.
In a 25 bed Critical Access Hospital, your voice matters. Your decisions matter. And your presence is felt across the entire organization.
This is medicine with purpose, connection, and impact.
About Columbia Basin Hospital
Columbia Basin Hospital is a 25 bed Critical Access Hospital serving patients across Grant County and the surrounding Columbia Basin region.
The hospital provides emergency care, inpatient services, swing bed care, and outpatient services, all centered around delivering high quality care close to home.
Teams here work closely together. Collaboration is not a buzzword, it is how care gets delivered every day.
Providers are supported, respected, and given the opportunity to practice at the top of their license while helping shape the future of care in the community.
About the Community
Ephrata
Ephrata sits in the heart of Central Washington's Columbia Basin and offers a lifestyle built around sunshine, space, and outdoor living.
With more than 300 days of sunshine each year, the region is ideal for those who enjoy being outside and staying active.
Nearby experiences include boating and fishing at Moses Lake, hiking and exploring the Columbia Basin, golfing and water sports, and live events at The Gorge Amphitheatre.
Life here feels different in the best way. It is quieter, more connected, and grounded in community.
Why This Role Matters
In rural healthcare, hospitalists are essential to keeping care close to home.
In this role, you will:
Provide comprehensive inpatient care including admissions, rounding, and discharge coordination
Manage swing bed patients and support care transitions
Collaborate closely with nurses, providers, and multidisciplinary teams
Support patients and families through important and often complex moments
You will practice with a broader scope, deeper relationships, and a stronger sense of purpose.
The Opportunity
7 on 7 off schedule supporting strong work life balance
Approximately 21 working weeks per year
24 hour coverage including in house and on call responsibilitiesOpportunity to maintain and expand procedural skills
Participation in medical staff meetings and quality initiatives
What You Will Bring
MD or DO with an unrestricted Washington State license
Board Certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
Current BLS and ACLS certifications
Experience managing acute, chronic, and critical conditions
Comfort practicing in a rural or semi rural environment
Compensation and Benefits Highlights
Salary: $220,000 – $275,000 depending on experience
Competitive sign on bonus
Relocation assistance for qualified applicants
Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employee and family
Employer matched retirement plan
Life insurance and malpractice coverage
Washington State medical license coverage
A Place to Serve and Belong
At Columbia Basin Hospital , this role is about more than inpatient coverage.
It is about being part of a team that shows up for each other and for the community every day.
It is about practicing medicine in a place where your work truly matters.
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Worksite address
ephrata, WA, 98823, US
Who can apply
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