Primary Care Physician
Join Our Team at Northwest Human Services!
Primary Care Physician (MD/DO)
(Family Medicine/Internal Medicine)
Location:
West Salem Clinic – Medical | 1233 Edgewater St. NW, Salem, OR 97304
Clinic Type:
Outpatient Community Health Center / Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC)
Position Status:
Flexible – Part-Time or Full-Time
Clinic Hours:
- Monday – Friday | 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
- Saturday | 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Sign-On Bonus:
$21,000 (Internal candidates currently employed at NWHS are not eligible for the sign-on bonus.)
Compensation:
Provider compensation is salary-based. The base salary for a Physician (MD/DO) ranges from $188,656 to $235,872, with potential to earn up to $283,088 based on experience.
Your Role:
Do you have a passion for increasing access to culturally and linguistically appropriate healthcare for underserved populations, including the homeless, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and refugees? If so, we invite you to join our primary care treatment team at the Total Health Community Clinic and make an impactful difference in the lives of those in need.
In this role, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of medical and behavioral health professionals to provide comprehensive care coordination. This includes working closely with Community Health Workers, Medical Assistants, Nurses, Mental Health Case Managers, Counselors, Psychiatrists, Psych Nurse Practitioners, and other team members to address the complex needs of our patients and ensure continuity of care.
Your Team:
At Northwest Human Services, our integrated care model brings together medical, dental, and behavioral health professionals to deliver exceptional coordinated care. Our leadership and Board of Directors actively support staff development with a variety of training opportunities. We strive to foster an inclusive, open, and supportive work environment.
Specific Duties:
- Oversee patient care coordination, including specialty referrals, follow-up, case management, and enabling services.
- Provide medical services, including examinations, diagnosis, treatment planning, and follow-up care.
- Collaborate with nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and medical students, providing consultation and supervision when necessary.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records, ensuring compliance with organizational policies.
- Meet productivity expectations while maintaining high-quality care.
- Actively participate in organizational initiatives such as 340B usage, Patient Centered Medical Home certification, and Meaningful Use requirements.
- Work within an integrated care team to coordinate care with dental and behavioral health professionals.
Qualifications:
- MD/DO with completion of Primary Care residency (Family Practice, Internal Medicine, or Pediatrics) and board certification.
- Licensed to practice in Oregon with prescriptive authority and DEA.
- Ability to provide Obstetrical care is preferred.
- Team-oriented with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Bilingual/bicultural candidates strongly preferred, especially in English/Spanish.
- Previous experience in community health is a plus.
- Ability to work flexible hours and take call as needed.
- Valid Oregon Driver's License and proof of automobile insurance.
- CPR certification in infant, child, and adult required.
Why Northwest Human Services?
We believe in providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits program to support our team members' health and well-being:
- Competitive Salary
- Comprehensive Health Plans (two medical options)
- Dental & Vision Options
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Group Life Insurance (Short-Term & Long-Term Disability 100% paid by employer)
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with a 3% employer match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) – 10 hours per month for full-time employees
- Paid Holidays – 7.5 paid holidays per year + 2 floating holidays
- Continuing Education & Training Benefits
- Employee Healthy Living Program (Gym Membership & Smoking Cessation)
Additional Benefits for Providers:
- Retention Bonus Plan
- Malpractice Liability Insurance
- CME Reimbursement & up to 5 Days CME Pay
- License, DEA, and Board Certification Renewals
Loan Repayment & Loan Forgiveness:
Our sites are eligible for various Provider Incentive Programs, including loan repayment and scholar programs through the Oregon Office of Rural Health and the National Health Service Corps. Our sites also qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and Rural Practitioner Tax Credits. For more information, visit the Oregon Office of Rural Health, National Health Service Corps, and Public Service Loan Forgiveness websites.
NWHS sites have the following HPSA scores:
- Primary Care: 18
- Dental: 19
- Mental Health: 22
To Apply:
If you are ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of many, we encourage you to apply online:
Apply Here
For more information, contact the HR/Recruiting Department at:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 503.588.5828
