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Family Medicine Physician Job at Good Shepherd Health Care System in Hermiston, OR

Job ID: 1389647

Physician | Family Medicine Job | Hermiston, OR 97838

Chief of Primary Care Opportunity

Job Description

Shape the Future of Primary Care in Eastern Oregon!

Good Shepherd Health Care System (GSHCS) is seeking an experienced and visionary Chief of Primary Care to lead our robust, quality-driven, and patient-focused primary care program. This is an exciting opportunity to combine clinical practice with leadership responsibilities, ensuring excellence in care delivery for our community while advancing your career.


In this hybrid role, you’ll balance 70% patient care with 30% administrative duties, collaborating closely with our leadership team to drive strategic growth and operational excellence across Pediatrics, Family Medicine, and Internal Medicine services.


Compensation & Benefits

💰 Competitive Compensation

  • Salary Range: $340K - $375K
  • Production-based incentives and quality bonuses

🌟 Comprehensive Benefits Package

  • 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums (medical, dental, vision) for you and your dependents
  • Employer-paid life insurance and robust retirement plan options
  • Generous PTO: Vacation, holidays, and sick leave
  • On-campus childcare center
  • Free access to onsite gym and wellness programs (including a $1,000 wellness incentive)
  • Annual CME allowance and financial assistance for continuing education
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options with employer contributions
  • Free meals, pharmacy discounts, and employee assistance programs

Key Responsibilities

Patient Care (70%)

  • Provide direct patient care in primary care settings.
  • Serve as a clinical role model and mentor to physicians and healthcare providers within the department.
  • Uphold the highest standards of patient care, ensuring compliance with medical best practices and regulatory requirements.

Administrative and Clinical Leadership (30%)

  • Physician Recruitment & Retention: Assist in recruiting, onboarding, and retaining high-quality providers.
  • Quality Metrics: Monitor and oversee primary care quality metrics, collaborating with the quality team to implement improvements.
  • Physician Performance: Evaluate and enhance provider performance through feedback, mentorship, and development plans.
  • Program Growth & Development: Lead the expansion of primary care services, including serving as the Rural Health Clinic (RHC) Medical Director and supporting Patient-Centered Primary Care Home (PCPCH) initiatives.
  • Budget Management: Partner with leadership to prepare and manage departmental budgets.
  • Referral Outreach: Work collaboratively with internal and external departments to improve referral processes and patient care continuity.
  • Committee Involvement: Participate in quality and operations committees, contributing to strategic planning and decision-making.
  • Strategic Planning: Develop and implement action plans to achieve departmental and organizational goals.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree from an accredited medical school.
  • Board certification in Family Medicine, Pediatrics, or Internal Medicine.
  • Active medical license in Oregon (or eligibility to obtain).
  • Minimum 5 years of clinical experience in a primary care setting.
  • Minimum 3 years of leadership experience in healthcare.
  • Expertise in healthcare quality metrics and performance improvement.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred:

  • Experience leading multidisciplinary healthcare teams.

Why Good Shepherd?

GSHCS is an independent, financially stable healthcare system with over 400 days of cash on hand. We’re committed to innovation and community care, serving a growing population with the same level of excellence found in larger health systems.

Located in Hermiston, Oregon, you’ll enjoy affordable living, vibrant community life, and easy access to outdoor recreation, with major metropolitan areas like Seattle, Portland, Boise, and Bend just a drive away.

Amanda Chamberlain, SHRM-CP Image
Sr. HR Generalist & Provider Lead Recruiter
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Hermiston, OR 97838