Physician / Assistant Professor - Emergency Medicine (Hillsboro Medical Center)

Department Overview

The OHSU Department of Emergency Medicine (DEM) is seeking a full-time physician to join our team at Hillsboro Medical Center (HMC). HMC is a traditional community emergency department, managing over 31,000 patient visits annually. Located on the west side of Portland/Hillsboro in an agricultural region, the ED serves a diverse patient population, including a large Latino and pediatric community. HMC is a stroke center and features a cardiac catheterization lab, providing comprehensive care to the surrounding region. The hospital is undergoing a significant transformation, with many OHSU Marquam Hill departments now providing specialty services on-site, creating a unique blend of academic and community services. Upper-level emergency medicine, internal medicine, and family medicine residents rotate through the ED, contributing to a rich teaching environment.

 

The department has a dedicated team of physicians and advanced practice providers (APPs). There are seven daily physician shifts averaging 8 hours each and one daily 10-hour shift. APP staffing supports the department with structured daily coverage. In February 2023, HMC opened a 10-bed observation unit, managed by OHSU DEM. The unit provides ongoing care for ED patients with anticipated stays of 8-48 hours for adults aged 18 and older. Patients are cared for by an interdisciplinary team including RNs, NPs, PAs, technicians, and physicians. The observation unit is supported by a full spectrum of clinical services, with attending physicians available 24/7. Leadership includes a Unit Medical Director and an APP Unit Assistant Medical Director, with APP staffing of 6.5 FTE across three daily 8-hour shifts.

Function/Duties of Position

Staffing the Hillsboro Medical Center Emergency Department as assigned by the Chair; participating in Emergency Department quality assurance activities; and provision of on-line medical consultation.

Required Qualifications

Education: MD or equivalent; Emergency Medicine Residency CertificateExperience: Knowledge, training and experience in clinical and academic Emergency Medicine

 

Job Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to satisfy standards of performance delineated by law
• Ability to manage heavy workload with multiple priorities and inflexible deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Proficient in the use of computing hardware and software, including personal computing equipment, electronic medical record, word processing and spreadsheet software.
• Regular and consistent attendance at work

Registrations, Certifications and/or Licenses: Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification required; ABEM or ABOEM Board certified or board eligible

• A qualified candidate must have a current unlimited Oregon MD (or equivalent) license prior to start date. The provider must complete the credentialing process and be approved by the OHSU Professional Board to practice as an independent practitioner in an acute care/emergency setting. The provider must be registered with Federal Drug Enforcement Administration and be authorized to prescribe medications prior to start date.

All are welcome

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.