Physician Assistant Family Medicine (Sky Lakes Medical Center)

In collaboration with Sky Lakes, OHSU's Cascade East is hiring for a family medicine APP. Cascades East was the second family medicine residency to be developed in Oregon and accepted its first residents in July 1994. Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine administers and sponsors the program. It is a collaboration of OHSU and Sky Lakes Medical Center. The care model consists of four clinical teams with approximately 5 faculty doctors, several OHSU residents, 1-2 APP, and clinical support staff. Candidates will benefit from opportunities to learn procedures and specialize further down the line. Once fully ramped up, providers will typically see 8 patients per half day and about 16 in a full day, with initial volumes set at 4-6 patients per half day. While procedures are not mandatory, physicians and preceptors are available to offer training for those interested. As a residency training facility, this role provides excellent exposure to acute patients, making it an ideal place for learning and professional development

• Full Time Position
• Monday - Friday schedule: APPs provide extended access for the clinic. Clinicians choose one day per week where they start at 7:20 AM or extend hours with last appointment at 5:40 PM. Schedules are flexible on these days to accommodate provider preference to finish clinics earlier, start later, or have extended breaks in between clinics.
• Sign on bonus and relocation available
• Training for procedures if available
• Four clinical teams - consisting of approximately 5 faculty doctors, several OHSU residents, 1-2 APP, and clinical support staff.
• Providers can see up to 16 patients per full clinical day.
• HPSA score of 15 allowing our clinicians to explore alternative options for loan repayment. Currently participating in Oregon Rural Health loan repayments (partnered with OHSU) & National Health Service Corps (current application approved through 12/31/24 -awaiting approval for next cycle that would include 2025-2028).

Where You'll Work

Sky Lakes Medical Center is an accredited, 176-bed medical facility providing care for patients across a 10,000-square-mile area in south-central Oregon. Known for being a service-based, community-focused hospital, the campus includes the award-winning Sky Lakes Cancer Treatment Center, the Center for Total Joint and Spine Care and the Cascades East Family Medicine Residency Clinic. It is also one of the few medical facilities in Oregon to be ISO 9001-certified for continual quality improvements.

Where You'll Live

Klamath Falls is a charming city of 22,000 in southern Oregon known for its stunning natural beauty. Surrounded by mountains and forests, it's less than an hour's drive from Crater Lake National Park, offering endless opportunities for hiking, camping, fishing and other outdoor activities. Klamath Falls has a strong sense of community and a low cost-of-living, making it an ideal place to raise a family.

Who You'll Work For

Sky Lakes Medical Center is a not-for-profit, community-owned, internationally accredited, acute-care teaching hospital serving more than 80,000 across south-central Oregon and northern California. It has been rated as a Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital by The Chartis Group while receiving recognition for multiple service offerings, including stroke care and obstructive pulmonary disease treatment. With a focus on quality, Sky Lakes Medical Center is continually innovating, evolving and building new models of care.

Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran

Job ID Number: 26662

Location: Klamath Falls, OR, US

Posted Date: 11/21/2024