Good Shepherd pairs a strong guaranteed base with a productivity model designed to reward high-volume producers. The wRVU threshold is set at 600 per month (7,200 annually) with a conversion factor of $105 per wRVU, which aligns with the MGMA 2025 Western region 75th percentile for compensation-per-wRVU in Hematology/Oncology.
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Base Salary | $700,000 |
| wRVU Threshold | 600 per month (7,200 annually) |
| Bonus Rate | $105 per wRVU above threshold |
| Sign-On Bonus | $25,000 |
| Student Loan Repayment | $25,000 paid directly to lender |
| Relocation | Third-party managed service; moving expenses billed directly |
A physician producing at the MGMA 2025 Western 75th percentile for Hematology/Oncology (approximately 9,654 wRVUs annually) would earn approximately $957,670 in total compensation under this structure. That figure exceeds the MGMA Western 75th percentile ($739,499) by roughly $218,000 and approaches the MGMA Western 90th percentile ($1,001,300).
75th Percentile Production
Median Production
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| PTO | 256 hours (6 weeks) |
| CME Time | 40 hours |
| CME Allowance | $3,000 |
Good Shepherd contributes up to 6% total to employee retirement through a 403(b) plan:
Occurrence-based coverage is provided. If Good Shepherd ever shifts to claims-made coverage, the system has committed to covering the tail.
Intro: Join a financially thriving, forward-thinking healthcare system delivering advanced specialties and cutting-edge technology in a community-focused setting. With major capital investments, strong physician collaboration, and over 400 days of cash on hand, Good Shepherd Medical Center is redefining rural care. Be part of a regional transformation that blends mission-driven values with high-level medical innovation.
Main Body: Good Shepherd Medical Center is a 25-bed critical access hospital that operates more like a regional health system. With over 400 days of cash on hand, active capital investment across oncology, imaging, and specialty services, and a service area that now extends into western Idaho and parts of Washington, Good Shepherd is expanding its footprint as the primary referral center for Eastern Oregon while surrounding programs close or consolidate.
A Financially Strong Regional Hub
Good Shepherd carries over 400 days of cash on hand, well above the industry average of approximately 100 days. That financial position supports ongoing capital investment, including the new 12,000 sq ft Cancer Center, a new imaging center to house a permanent PET/CT scanner, and an expanding infusion center.
Founded in 1954, Good Shepherd is accredited by Det Norske Veritas (DNV) and employs more than 750 staff, including over 30 physicians. The hospital's position in the regional market has shifted in recent years as surrounding oncology and radiation programs have closed or scaled back. Good Shepherd is filling that gap with sustained investment in specialty care, imaging, and clinical infrastructure.
| Metric | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total Beds | 25 (nearly always at capacity) |
| Medical/Surgical Beds | 18 |
| ICU Beds | 6 |
| Trauma Designation | Level III |
| Emergency Department | 24/7 |
| EMR | Epic |
| Days Cash on Hand | 400+ |
Core service lines include Medical/Surgical care, OB/GYN, ICU, Surgery Services, IV Therapy and Oncology, Rehabilitation Therapies, Pain Management, Cardiac Rehab, Sleep Therapy, Dermatology, and 24/7 Level III Trauma Emergency Care.
Integrated ancillary services include:
Good Shepherd is known locally for fast decision-making and direct physician engagement. The CEO is openly opposed to non-compete agreements, so physicians are not bound by restrictive covenants. The hospital's compact size gives physicians direct access to leadership and a meaningful voice in clinical and operational decisions.