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Jefferson Healthcare
Port Townsend, Washington

Emergency Medicine Physician

Emergency MedicinePart-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

  • Jefferson Healthcare
  • Emergency Medicine Physician
  • Announcement #269212

Jefferson Healthcare is seeking a part-time Emergency Medicine Physician to join our Emergency Department team in beautiful Port Townsend, Washington. This is an opportunity to practice broad-spectrum emergency medicine in a supportive community hospital setting, with a collaborative team and the resources to provide high-quality care to our community.

What we have to offer:.6 FTE; 85 annual shifts a year; 12-hour shifts

Competitive physician compensation

Exceptional benefits package, including a generous employer contribution to your retirement account and low-cost insurance premiums for individuals and families

Annual CME allowance to support continuing medical education and professional development

Single location, one EMR: Provide services exclusively at our Critical Access Hospital using Epic EMR for a seamless, efficient workflow within a fully integrated healthcare system

Access to hospital-based diagnostic and specialty services

Patient-centered, team-based care in a collaborative and supportive environment focused on high-quality outcomes

Education loan reimbursement opportunities through the Washington Student Achievement Council (WSAC)

Jefferson Healthcare is one of the leading employers on Washington's Olympic Peninsula, serving more than 33,000 residents of East Jefferson County. As a DNV-accredited, 5-star rated, 25-bed Critical Access Hospital with six rural health clinics and a broad range of specialty services, we are proud to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care close to home. Located just a scenic ferry ride from Seattle and within reach of Victoria and Vancouver, our physicians enjoy both professional impact and easy access to world-class urban amenities.

Port Townsend offers an exceptional combination of community, natural beauty, and outdoor recreation. Located on the Olympic Peninsula, our community provides easy access to hiking, boating, kayaking, cycling, beaches, forests, and other year-round outdoor activities. We are a waterfront community with a historic downtown, strong maritime culture, and a welcoming small-town atmosphere. Seattle is accessible by ferry, while Victoria and Vancouver are also within reach. Enjoy the lifestyle and community of the Pacific Northwest.

What we are looking for

  • MD or DO from an accredited medical school
  • Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine
  • Current or eligible Washington State medical license
  • Current DEA registration
  • Strong clinical judgment and emergency stabilization skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
  • Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered emergency care

To inquire about this position, please contact our Provider Recruiter, Jessie Michaels at jmichaels@jeffersonhealthcare.org

  • OR
  • Visit our careers website at https://jeffersonhealthcare.org/healthcare-careers/

Open until filled.

Jefferson Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Disclaimer: As part of Jefferson Healthcare's commitment to a safe and high-quality workplace, all candidates are required to complete pre-employment screenings, including a criminal background check, and for certain positions, a drug test.

Screenings are conducted in accordance with RCW 43.43.815, RCW 43.43.830-.842, and RCW 49.44.240, as well as Jefferson Healthcare's Drug and Alcohol Policy. Roles designated as safety-sensitive may be tested under a standard or modified (non-THC) drug panel, consistent with Washington State law.

Key Responsibilities

The physician will provide broad-spectrum emergency medicine services within a critical access hospital setting. They will work as part of a collaborative team to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care to the community.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school and be board certified or eligible in Emergency Medicine. A current Washington State medical license and DEA registration are also required.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Multidisciplinary team collaboration

Emergency Medicine — Physician Career Context

Jefferson Healthcare holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 76/100, 3 active listings.

Of the 40 active Emergency Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 78% have no call, 55% require no weekends.

Emergency Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is up 9.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

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Salary Distribution31 jobs · 11 employers

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$350k
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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks29 jobs · 11 employers

401k / retirement match
76% this job
CME allowance
24% this job
Relocation assistance
14%
Sign-on bonus
10%
Loan repayment
3%

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Work-life snapshot

1.5/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Port Townsend

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$677k
Typical market rent
$2,416/mo
Residents’ average commute
15 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Jefferson Healthcare

Hospitals and Health Care
Port Townsend, WA
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Exceptional benefits package
Generous employer retirement contribution
Low-cost insurance premiums
Annual CME allowance
Education loan reimbursement opportunities