Emergency Medicine Physician

Job Quick Facts

• Reference # : NW-00015
• Profession : Physician
• Specialty : Emergency Medicine
• Job Type : Permanent
• Location : Elma, WA
• Facility Type : Hospital
• Shift Schedule : 13 shifts per month - 8a-8p, 8p-8a
• Trauma Level : IV
• Stroke Level : III
• Cardiac center Level : II
• ED Patient Census : 16,000
• Support Staff : 1 Mid-Level
• Case Load : 17-21 patients per day

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Facility Details

Established in 1989, this Critical Access Health System is experiencing significant growth, with plans for facility expansion set for 2024. The system features a comprehensive array of services, including a 24 / 7 Emergency Department, a Level II Cardiac Center, a Level III Stroke Center, and Level IV Trauma Care. It is well-equipped with two rural healthcare clinics and an urgent care center open seven days a week. These facilities have the capabilities to stabilize and provide advanced trauma life support for critically injured patients before transferring them to a higher-level trauma center, whether by ambulance or helicopter. The upcoming new facility aims to combine state-of-the-art technology with a healing, spa-like atmosphere, prioritizing quality, accessibility, and compassion in patient care.

Community Details

Elma, WA, is a community nestled in the Chehalis River Valley in Eastern Grays Harbor County, about 30 miles west of Olympia and 40 miles from the coast. Historically a commercial hub for local agricultural and timber industries, Elma has seen a shift towards a more diverse economy with an increase in commuters, retirees, and new commercial and industrial enterprises. Benefiting from its strategic location at the intersection of State Routes 8 and 12 and modern utility infrastructure, including state-of-the-art sewage treatment and fiber-optic pipelines, Elma offers a blend of rural charm and economic opportunity. The city is committed to maintaining a high quality of life, with excellent schools, a reliable workforce, and a commitment to environmental sustainability and community services, making it an appealing place for residents and businesses alike