Good Shepherd Medical Center (GSMC) in Hermiston, OR, is seeking a dedicated Emergency Medicine physician to join their team at a Level III Trauma Center. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, community-focused environment where you will provide essential emergency care to a diverse patient population. As a Level III Trauma Center, GSMC is equipped to provide surgical interventions when necessary, with more complex cases stabilized and transferred to higher-level facilities as needed. The hospital’s well-established relationship with local EMS ensures that patients receive the most appropriate care, with critical cases directed to nearby Tri-Cities for advanced treatment when required.
The Emergency Department at GSMC sees an average of 70 patients per day, with approximately 65% managed through the Fast Track, which operates from 9 a.m. to 1 a.m. and is staffed by two Advanced Practice Providers (APPs). The remaining 35% of cases are true emergency medicine cases. The hospital also offers 24-hour coverage with two physicians working 12-hour shifts, from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m., and two APPs covering complementary shifts. The Urgent Care Clinic across the street provides additional support with convenient hours throughout the week, ensuring that non-emergent cases can be managed efficiently.
As an Emergency Medicine physician at GSMC, you will work alongside a highly collaborative medical team, including hospitalists and surgeons with admitting privileges, and have access to consults when necessary. The facility is well-equipped with TeleNeurology for stroke cases, and you will manage critical conditions such as STEMIs, strokes, and pulmonary embolisms. The position also offers opportunities for physician leadership within the health system, allowing you to contribute to the ongoing development and enhancement of patient care services.
Candidates for this position should ideally be Board Certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM), though consideration will be given to non-ABEM certified physicians with appropriate experience. The shift schedule is designed to provide balance, with most providers working 10-12 shifts per month, typically in blocks of 4 or 5 consecutive days, and no back-to-back 12-hour shifts. While you won’t need to perform arterial lines (A-lines), occasional central lines (C-lines) may be required, with both ER providers and anesthesia available for intubations.
This role is ideal for a physician who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and is looking to make a significant impact in a community where high-quality emergency care is both needed and appreciated. With strong support from the hospital administration and a collaborative medical team, this position at Good Shepherd Medical Center offers a fulfilling career in emergency medicine within a welcoming and supportive community.