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Emergency Medicine Physician

Sky Lakes Medical Center, Klamath Falls, OR, United States


Emergency Medicine Physician

Sky Lakes Medical Center Klamath Falls, Oregon

High Volume. High Autonomy. High Quality of Life.
Join a stable, high-functioning team of 12 EM physicians and 3 APPs at

Sky Lakes Medical Center , a Level III Trauma facility. Handling 35,000 annual visits, our ED is the primary critical care hub for a massive 10,000-square-mile region. We pride ourselves on a culture where collaboration is the standard and physician longevity is prioritized through flexible, sustainable scheduling.
The Practice: Designed for Longevity

The "8-Hour" Advantage:

Enjoy a highly desirable schedule of

15 eight-hour shifts per month .
Shift Times:

06 00.
Pacing:

Average 1.5 to 2.0 patients per hour.
No "Admin" Call:

Your time off is strictly protected; there are no call responsibilities outside your scheduled shifts.
APP Support:

APPs are on-site daily from 11:00 to 23:00 to assist with patient flow.
Specialist Access:

A 10-bed ICU is supported by dedicated Hospitalists, Intensivists, and Pulm/CC specialists.
Tiered Compensation & Incentives

We offer a transparent and competitive hourly structure that rewards productivity and night-shift coverage:
Emergency Department Differentials/Bonuses
Base Starting Rate
$240.00 per hour worked
Night Shift Differential
$50.00 per hour worked
Providing same-day coverage of a

full shift - Bonus

$750.00 bonus per shift
Shifts beyond 15 full-time shifts in a calendar month - Differential

$120.00 per hour worked
Sign-on & Relocation:

Generous sign-on bonus and full relocation assistance available.
Benefits:

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and retirement package.
Future-Proofing:

Open to

2026 and 2027 graduates ; Visa support available (J1/H1B).
About Sky Lakes Medical Center

As a

Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital

and an

ISO 9001-certified

teaching facility, Sky Lakes is at the forefront of rural medicine. We offer the clinical complexity of a busy regional hub while maintaining the heart and mission of a community-owned, not-for-profit hospital.
Living in Klamath Falls: Your Base camp for Adventure

Ditch the long commute for a 10-minute drive through some of Oregon's most beautiful scenery.
The Backyard:

Less than an hour from Crater Lake National Park.
The Perks:

No sales tax, a low cost of living, and over 300 days of sunshine per year.
The Community:

A charming city of 22,000 that offers a safe, tight-knit environment perfect for raising a family or enjoying an active lifestyle.
Sky Lakes Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran.