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Summary:

Do you want to build your career while strengthening your community? Skagit Regional Health has an immediate opening for a Family Medicine Physician to join our rural clinic in Granite Falls, Washington. At Skagit Regional Health, we are dedicated to enhancing the well-being of our communities, serving with compassion and respect, one person at a time. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients and the community we serve by providing exceptional healthcare, always. We are committed to nurturing a culture that values diversity, inclusivity, and professional growth.

Highlights:

• Thrive in a team-oriented environment with an experienced provider and clinical staff.  
• Great work/life balance with a weekday, outpatient only schedule with a 1:16 shared phone call rotation. Our acute care hospitals are staffed with Hospitalists to handle any inpatient coverage.
• Provide care for patients in a small family clinic our patients love. Our providers see a good mix of chronic and acute patients across the lifespan. Basic in office procedures performed in clinic, based on provider comfort level and preference.
• In addition to a full range of family medicine services, clinical staff at Granite Falls Family Medicine offer laboratory services for patients. Specimens are collected at the clinic and processed at the Cascade Valley Hospital on-site laboratory, returning results quickly.
• This is a hospital-employed position with access to a large, existing in house specialty care referral base. 
• Integrated EPIC EMR platform utilized system-wide throughout the organization with newly implemented ambient AI technology (Abridge) available!

Qualifications:

• Graduate from an ACGME accredited residency program.
• Board Eligible/Board Certification required.
• 2-3 years of experience preferred; however, new graduates are welcome to apply. 
• Active Washington State license or ability to obtain a Washington State license before start. 
• Must have active BLS certification before starting or within first week of employment.
• The ideal candidate will place a priority on improving lives through compassionate and innovative healthcare and focus on building lasting relationships with their patients as well as strong ties within the community.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Guaranteed first year salary: $313,924
• Employment bonus, relocation reimbursement & CME allowance.
• Malpractice insurance, including tail insurance, is fully covered!
• Our comprehensive benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance.
• Paid maternity and parental bonding leave offered!
• Skagit Regional Health offers 401a and 457b retirement plans that invest in your future financial security.
• Skagit Regional Health is a PSLF approved institution.
• Washington State has no income tax, enhancing your financial benefits.

About Skagit Regional Health:

• Skagit Regional Health is an integrated health system with a growing staff of over 3,000, including a medical staff of over 600, and is comprised of 2 acute care hospitals and roughly 30 outpatient clinics in over 25 medical specialties. We provide advanced, quality and comprehensive services to the residents of the nine communities we serve. We are committed to work collaboratively as a system to lead a culture that is focused on High Reliability and promote safe and reliable activities at all times. In 2024, Skagit Regional Health was named as a finalist in the categories of Hospital/Medical Center and Women’s Health in the Best of the Best Skagit Valley Community Choice Awards. 

Why Live in Arlington, Washington?

• Scenic Location: Nestled in the Cascade Mountain foothills, Arlington immediate access to an abundance of outdoor recreational activities year round, such as hiking, biking, skiing and fishing!
• Convenient Access: Located right on I-5 between Seattle and Vancouver, BC, you can enjoy the amenities of major cities, including access to international and regional airports and world-class dining, without the high cost of living or traffic congestion. 
• Quality of Life: We offer safe neighborhoods, great school districts, and a wealth of diverse opportunities tailored for every member of your family. Washington State encapsulates a thriving food, craft drink, art, and entertainment scenes waiting to be explored. Consistently recognized as the top-ranked state in the U.S. News Best States ranking, Washington offers an exceptional quality of life, making it an ideal place to call home!  
• Vibrant Community: Arlington is vibrant city that has a strong sense of community pride. Explore our historic downtown where you can visit several of our small businesses, unique restaurants and gather with other residents during our annual festivals and farmers markets.