Core Faculty Pediatrician: Blend of Formal Teaching and Clinical Practice

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.

Our Clinics and Programs

Central Washington Family Medicine Residency / Central Washington Family Medicine Clinic / Yakima Pediatrics / Naches Medical Clinic / Highland Clinic / Community Health of Central Washington – Ellensburg / Ellensburg Dental Care / Senior and Residential Care / Senior Smiles / Connect (Substance Use Disorder Treatment) / Primary Care Behavioral Health / Population Health

Our Central Washington Family Medicine Residency (CWFM) needs a Pediatrician for Core Faculty to provide formal teaching, mentoring, and advising for our Resident Physicians. Come work in a collaborative, team-focused environment to provide the patients and families in our region access to high quality, and affordable care.

WHY COMMUNITY HEALTH OF CENTRAL WA?

• Work/Life fit: Enjoy a flexible 4-day workweek with dedicated resident/faculty/admin time. No call
• Advocacy: For patients and providers. Administration round tables with providers for input with strategic planning
• Teaching-Friendly Culture: As Core Faculty, prior teaching experience is required. This position will integrate pediatric training with the broader scope of family medicine, ensuring our residents can provide comprehensive, family-centered care for children. 
• Meaningful Work: Housed at our CWFM clinic, you’ll enjoy some clinical practice combined with core faculty responsibilities
• Longevity and Reputation: CHCW has been a trusted partner in the health and wellbeing of our communities for over 30 years!
• 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:

• Strong and robust Primary Care Behavioral Health with BHCs on site and warm handoffs within minutes
• Support services: lab, xray, pharmacy, evening clinic (certain services are site specific)
• Clinical Support: fully staffed with MAs, RNs, after-hours triage, and case managers
• Providers: Great blend of residents, new grads, mid-career, tenured physicians, and APPs

COMPENSATION AND PERKS

• Faculty Base Salary: $215,000-$225,000. Salary is based on 18-20 encounters on patient clinic days, and experience bonus. Additional incentives include meeting engagement/quality goals, and fellowship (if applicable)
• 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
• Approved sites for Student Loan Repayment Programs and Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Relocation and sign-on bonus
• Visa sponsorship

 QUALIFICATIONS

• MD/DO degree or IMG equivalent
• Completion of an accredited Family Medicine US Residency
• Additional prep instruction for program development, physician administrator, or faculty development fellowship is encouraged
• WA License or the ability to obtain a WA license
• DEA certificate
• BE/BC required
• Great peer references and in good standing
• Approved for credentialing with Medicare, Medicaid, and health plans

• Central WA location has over 300 days of sunshine with 4 mild yet distinctive seasons.
• Area known for its wineries/vineyards, microbreweries, panoramic views of Mt. Adams and Mt. Rainier, fishing, camping, skiing, hunting, hiking, biking, water sports, boating, outdoor concerts, parks-including doggie parks, golfing, drive up espresso stands, and one of the top agricultural hubs in the nation.
• Award-winning gourmet dining venues, and a variety of ethnic restaurants including Indian, Greek, Mexican, Thai, Italian, Japanese, Vietnamese, Chinese, and more!
• 2-3 hour drive to Seattle, Spokane, or Portland.
• Airports at Yakima and Pasco (Tri Cities).
• Lower cost of living than the WA average, and affordable real estate.