Chief of Primary Care Opportunity - Location: Hermiston, OR - Portland 185m - Full-time, permanent position - 70% Clinical, 30% AdministrativePosition Overview: Seeking a dynamic and experienced physician leader to serve as Chief of Primary Care. This hybrid role combines clinical excellence with strategic leadership across Pediatrics, Family Medicine, and Internal Medicine. Join a financially strong, independent system where you ll shape the future of primary care delivery in a growing community.Compensation & Benefits: Base salary: $340K-$375K Production and quality-based bonuses 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums (medical, dental, vision) for you and your dependents Employer-paid life insurance and robust retirement plan Generous PTO: vacation, holidays, and sick leave On-campus childcare center Free access to gym and wellness programs ($1,000 wellness incentive) CME allowance and financial assistance for continuing education FSA/HSA options with employer contributions Free meals, pharmacy discounts, employee assistance program Key Responsibilities: Clinical (70%) Provide direct patient care in primary care settings Serve as a role model and mentor to other providers Ensure adherence to best practices and quality care standards Leadership (30%) Lead recruitment, onboarding, and retention of primary care providers Oversee quality metrics and continuous improvement initiatives Monitor and enhance provider performance Support program development, including RHC and PCPCH initiatives Collaborate on budget preparation and management Strengthen referral processes and interdepartmental collaboration Participate in strategic planning and quality/operations committees Qualifications: MD or DO from an accredited medical school Board Certified in Family Medicine, Pediatrics, or Internal Medicine Licensed or eligible for medical licensure in Oregon Minimum 5 years of clinical primary care experience Minimum 3 years of healthcare leadership experience Strong understanding of healthcare quality metrics and performance improvement Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills Preferred: Experience leading multidisciplinary teams
