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Pullman Regional Hospital
Pullman, Washington

Emergency Department Physician

Emergency MedicineFull-Time

Listed compensation

$200K - $400K

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

Ask the employer about call expectations, weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.

Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

Pay Range

  • The base pay range for this position is
  • $200,000.00-$400,000.00 Annual however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
  • Job Title: Emergency Physician
  • Work Schedule for this Position: 36 hours per week, specific days will be discussed.

Company Statement

Pullman Regional is an innovative, patient-focused, multi-disciplinary based work environment where all members of the team contribute to the exceptional care of our patients and the community.

Position Overview

This position provides high quality medical care by examining patients and determining the appropriate treatment plans illness or injuries. The physician conducts examinations, assesses and evaluates symptoms, determines conditions and prescribes medical treatment or services.

A Day in the Life

  • Work with the healthcare team to provide patients with emergency medical care services.
  • Provides and manages direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses and treatment for a specified patient population.
  • Prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications and treatment regimens to treat medical conditions.
  • Order laboratory and diagnostic tests, obtain medical consultation when clinically indicated.
  • Analyze reports, test results, medical records and examinations to diagnose and manage condition of patients.
  • Directs and coordinates the patient care activities of nursing and support staff as required.

Adhere to organization and departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and infection control standards.

Document patient care conversations, care provided and all other work as defined by organizational standards in the EMR.

Promotes and contributes to a positive work environment, serving others with professional and positive attitude.

Responsible to train, demonstrate, or guide others in the performance of assigned work, includes, but not limited to, medical students and resident physicians.

  • Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all federal and state health information privacy laws.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work area and take responsibility for departmental space.
  • Participation in a modified, organizational wide new employee orientation, successful completion of departmental orientation, and other medical staff committees.
  • About You!

This Job is For You if You Have:

  • Maintain physician licensure, in good standing, acceptable in the State of Washington.
  • Board certified or board eligible in emergency medicine.
  • Demonstrates the ability to perform the required technical skills for an emergency physician.
  • Ability to learn and adapt to technology.
  • Initiates and participates in activities that enhance daily operations of the clinic and organization.
  • Ability to manage time, tasks, and resources appropriately.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with colleagues, patients, and customers.
  • Strong typing skills.
  • Ability to read and write clearly, and understand policies, labels, and written instructions.

Company Perks

Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Pullman Regional is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:

  • Medical/Vision, Dental, Health Savings Account, and Paid Leave Time
  • Employer Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability

Retirement with Employer Matching Contributions

  • Voluntary Benefits that include: Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and Short-Term Disability
  • Services Discount and EAP Resources

A Few More Important Points

The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It is not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities, and qualifications for this job.

Disability Contacts

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation should contact Human Resources at humanresources@pullmanregional.org

Current Pullman Regional Employees

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Key Responsibilities

The physician provides high-quality emergency medical care by examining patients, diagnosing conditions, and prescribing appropriate treatment plans. They also coordinate with nursing staff, document care in the EMR, and guide medical students or residents.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a valid physician license in the State of Washington and be board certified or board eligible in emergency medicine. Strong technical, communication, and time management skills are required to function effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Patient ExaminationDiagnostic TestingTreatment PlanningPharmaceutical PrescriptionPatient AssessmentClinical DocumentationElectronic Medical RecordsTeam CoordinationMentoring

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Emergency Department Physician at Pullman Regional Hospital a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 10% in Emergency Medicine — ranked against 1,052 active Emergency Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc.

Emergency Medicine — Physician Career Context

Of the 35 active Emergency Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 91% have no call, 46% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$300k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $280k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Emergency Medicine by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.6 / 10 · top 10% in emergency medicineranked against 1,052 Emergency Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$200k–$400kEmergency Medicine median $353k (middle half $275k–$588k)151 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$280k in purchasing powerWashington index 107.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Emergency Medicine listings in Washington16 active1,061 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 3% remote · 91% no call · 46% no weekends35 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedWashington physician listings (all specialties): 31% state a sign-on bonus (median $40k) · 18% offer loan repayment524 active listings, Nov 2026
Emergency Medicine hiring demand#1 of 28 specialtiespostings stay open a median 63 daysWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 325 postings, 316 closed
New Emergency Medicine listings504 in the last 30 days439 the 30 days before (+15%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (1,052 Emergency Medicine listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$300k midpoint, that is roughly $12k–$21k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Emergency Medicine Jobs

25 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

24 jobs · 12 employers
5
<$345k
14
$345k-400k
1
$416k
2
$455k-510k
2
$510k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

23 jobs · 12 employers
401k / retirement match
83% this job
Sign-on bonus
35%
CME allowance
30%
Relocation assistance
17%
Loan repayment
9%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

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Radiology Partners · Chicago, IL, United States

$550k-$650k
#2

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Team Health · Woodbridge, Virginia

$238-$278/hr
#3

Emergency Medicine Physician

$250k-$500k
#4

Emergency Medicine Physician | $460K + $75K Sign-On | Charleston, Illinois

$460K
+ 23 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 1.5this job 6.6
Among the best 10% of Emergency Medicine listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,052 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Pullman Regional Hospital

Hospitals and Health Care
Pullman, WA
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical/Vision
Dental
Health Savings Account
Paid Leave Time
Employer Paid Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability
Retirement with Employer Matching Contributions
Voluntary Benefits: Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Short-Term Disability

Living in Pullman

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$408k≈ 2.0× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,454/mo≈ 9% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
15 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.