Columbia Memorial Hospital (CMH) in collaboration with Oregon Health & Science University are seeking an experienced Orthopedic Physician Associate or Nurse Practitioner to join our established Orthopedic and Sports Medicine team in Astoria, Oregon.

 

About Columbia Memorial Hospital

CMH is the fastest growing rural hospital in Oregon, serving the healthcare needs of the northern Oregon coast with a collaborative relationship with Oregon Health & Science University. Our full-service critical access hospital is a not-for-profit, independent, Planetree-Gold Certified organization where person-centered care is a priority. Our growing hospital and clinics employ over 900 employees, which includes a diverse professional medical staff of more than 100 physicians and advanced practice professionals including surgical, non-surgical and primary care specialties.

Our opening offers the opportunity to join a group of experienced surgeons and physician associates who provide orthopedic and sports medicine care to patients in a community clinic setting. We offer a positive work-life alignment where comprehensive quality outpatient and surgical care is a priority.

• General orthopedic practice that specializes in hip, knee and shoulder, knee/shoulder arthroscopy and basic fractures with a high concentration of total join replacements.
• Exciting practice expansion this fall with the addition of an Orthopedic Upper Extremity/Hand surgeon.
• Four-day work week with dedicated OR, outpatient, and administrative time.
• Busy orthopedic practice working with experienced surgeons and physician associates.
• Autonomy in seeing new and established adult and pediatric patients.
• Excellent support staff to provider ratio.

 

Compensation and Benefits

• Guaranteed base salary with annual quality incentives.
• Hiring incentives including commencement bonus and relocation.
• Annual CME stipend with paid educational leave.
• Paid time off, paid holidays and sick time.
• Comprehensive benefits including retirement plan options with employer matching contributions.

• Two (2) year surgical PA/NP experience
• Active, unrestricted Oregon Physician Associate/Nurse Practitioner license
• Active unrestricted DEA Certificate
• ACLS America Heart Association certification

 

Physician Associate Requirements

• Master's or baccalaureate degree and completion of an ARCA-PA approved program
• Current NCCPA certification
• Active, unrestricted Oregon Physician Associate license

Nurse Practitioner Requirements:

• Master's, post-master's or doctorate degree in a nurse practitioner program accredited by CCNE or ACEN

Why Astoria, Oregon?

Astoria, Oregon, has been listed as a top place to live by numerous magazines and websites. The natural beauty of the North Oregon Coast, the friendliness of small-town life, and the vibrant arts and restaurant scene make this a great place to live. Whether you enjoy outdoor recreation, award-winning dining, history, festivals or family fun, we have it all.

 

The Northern Oregon Coast gives easy access to unlimited outdoor recreation including hiking, beachcombing, tide-pooling, golfing, fishing, zip-lining, cycling, kayaking, kiteboarding, hunting and surfing. This opportunity offers a highly nurturing environment to grow professionally and personally.

 

Contact

For more information, please visit https://www.columbiamemorial.org/ or contact Amanda Judd at juddam@ohsu.edu or 503-494-5940.

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.