Physician / Assistant Professor - Emergency Medicine (Astoria, OR)

This Emergency Medicine position at Oregon Health & Science University is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Nationally, Emergency Medicine professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $350k, with the typical range spanning $270k to $450k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

This position is based in Astoria, Oregon.

Key skills and qualifications: Emergency Medical Care, Trauma Management, Patient Stabilization, Clinical Quality Improvement, Resident Education, Electronic Medical Records, Behavioral Health Management, Acute Care. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Emergency Medicine role.

Core responsibilities: Provide high-quality emergency medical care to patients of all ages in a rural critical access setting, managing acute and emergent conditions. Collaborate with nursing staff and leadership while supporting the education of Emergency Medicine residents.

Benefits package: Health insurance, Dental, Vision, Retirement plan, CME allowance, PTO, Academic appointment. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.