Ready for a Locum Tenens adventure that blends purpose, community, and the scenic beauty of North Central Washington? Join IHS, the Colville Tribes at the Omak Family Health Center Omak, WA 98841), and Prairie Band Health Services for a long-term contract where you’ll provide full-scope family care in a welcoming outpatient clinic — all while enjoying the mountains, rivers, and wide-open landscapes that make Omak unforgettable. If you're looking for meaningful work with room to truly connect and make an impact, this is the assignment you’ve been waiting for.
Learn more about the facility here:
https://www.colvilletribes.com/indian-health-services
Tired of the ordinary clinic routine? Imagine a full-time, long-term Locum Tenens assignment where your mornings start with mountain views, your patients are part of a vibrant, close-knit tribal community, and your work truly makes a difference. Join the Colville Tribes at the Omak Family Health Center and be the physician who delivers top-notch family care — from pediatrics to adults — to the heart of North Central Washington. If you love full-scope outpatient medicine, building lasting patient relationships, and working somewhere your skills matter every day, this is the role you’ve been waiting for.
Job Details
- Full-Time, Long-Term Locums/Contract assignment (1yr), with additional extension opportunities
- Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (8-hour shifts)
- Family Medicine / Internal Medicine MD/DO required
- 2–3 years of relevant clinical experience preferred
- Board Certification required (ABFM, ABIM, or equivalent)
- Active Washington State Physician License required (or willingness to obtain)
- Prior IHS or Tribal health experience strongly preferred
- Previous Locum Tenens experience a plus
- Comfortable treating both adults and pediatric patients
Family Practice Physician Responsibilities
- Examine, evaluate, and diagnose patients of all ages
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests, labs, and imaging (x-rays, ultrasounds, etc.)
- Provide treatment plans, prescribe medications, and manage acute and chronic conditions within clinical privileges
- Refer patients for specialty consultation when indicated
- Educate patients and families on conditions, treatments, and wellness
- Document all patient encounters accurately in the EHR
- Maintain active clinical privileges as granted by the facility or Service Unit Credentials Committee
- Participate fully in medical staff activities, quality assurance, committees, and program reviews
- Perform physical exams, including general, neurological, and resuscitative care
- Provide mentorship, on-the-job training, or orientation to IHS and Tribal clinic staff as needed
- Support public health efforts and deliver medical services in homes, schools, clinics, and community locations within the Service Unit
Why This Role is Special
- Work in a vibrant tribal community where your care truly matters
- Long-term, full-time assignment with stability and continuity of care
- Scenic location in Omak, WA — mountains, rivers, and open skies as your backdrop
- Opportunity to practice full-scope family medicine including both pediatric and adult care
- Be part of a collaborative, mission-focused healthcare team
Additional Responsibilities:
There may be additional duties, and we encourage you to embrace new tasks as they arise! We believe in teamwork, so be prepared for any job-related responsibilities your supervisor may assign.
Indian Preference Exercised :
At Prairie Band, LLC, we proudly uphold Title 22: Employment Code of the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation. This position is designated as a Tier 2 position, meaning we prioritize qualified individuals as outlined by Section 22-2-4(B).
We can’t wait to hear from you and hope you’ll consider joining our family at Warm Springs Wellness Indian Health Clinic!
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