Hospitalist job in Astoria OR

Critical Access HospitalAstoria, OregonPosted 1d agoattending physician

~$350,000SalaryDrMarket Context

Reported by 38 physicians · region cohort · total comp, not the employer's posted pay

Internal MedicineFull-time158 shifts/year; average 13.2 shifts/month; 12-hour day and night shifts

Overview

The package

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Full-time hospitalist position at a Critical Access Hospital on the northern Oregon coast, featuring a shift-based compensation model with 158 annual shifts (averaging 13.2 per month) across 12-hour day and night shifts. The role includes a $20,000 hiring bonus, APP support, and tele-intensivist backup for ICU consultations.

$350,000 SalaryDr market context available for comparison
$20,000 signing bonus disclosed
158 shifts/year; average 13.2 shifts/month; 12-hour day and night shifts
Inpatient · Critical Access Hospital · Inpatient only
Teaching responsibilities or academic setting indicated

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Posted pay vs real comps

$303k$350k$380k

Physician-reported range Reported median

Physician-reported range shown; the employer did not post pay for this role.

Compensation

Type: SalaryDr Market Context
Market context: $302,500 – $380,000
Structure: productivity
Signing bonus: $20,000

$303k$350k$380k

Physician-reported range Reported median

This is SalaryDr Market Context computed from 38 verified physician submissions (region cohort). It is not the employer's posted pay. The employer did not disclose pay.

Next steps

Employer

Critical Access Hospital

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Facility & Community

Astoria, Oregon

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Facility details

Practice setting: Inpatient
Facility type: Critical Access Hospital
Patient population: General inpatient; rural northern Oregon coast community; critical access patient population

Community snapshot

Peer median

$340k

159 reports · national

Active supply

1 in Astoria

Transparent pay

0/1

state roles with reviewed pay

Work-life

4.2/5

19 physician reports

Cost of living

105

above U.S. avg (100) · BEA Regional Price Parities

Schools

-0.5

grade levels vs U.S. avg · NAEP 2024

159 SalaryDr Internal Medicine reports in national show a $340,000 median.

1 active Internal Medicine roles in Oregon, including 1 in Astoria; 0 include reviewed transparent pay.

Physicians in this comparison cohort report 3.6/5 average job satisfaction.

83% of physicians with recommendation data would choose their job again.

Questions to ask the employer

How is the productivity component calculated (wRVU rate, threshold, reconciliation cadence), and what did physicians here actually earn from it last year?
Is the $20,000 signing bonus subject to repayment or clawback, and over what commitment period?
What is the call schedule, and is call compensated separately or built into the base?
How many weeks of PTO and CME time are included, and is unused time paid out?

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Work Design

Schedule: 158 shifts/year; average 13.2 shifts/month; 12-hour day and night shifts
Shift type: 12-hour shifts (days and nights)
Inpatient / outpatient: Inpatient only
Coverage model: Physician-led hospitalist division with daily APP support; tele-intensivists available for ICU consultations
FTE: 1
Teaching: Yes
Research: No
Supervises APPs: Yes

Visa & Eligibility

Remote: No
J-1 waiver: No
H-1B: No

Source & Verification

Source: Aggregated (ym_careers)
Salary label: SalaryDr Market Context
First seen: today
Last verified: today
Extraction confidence: 72%

Full description

Hospitalist - Full-Time
Location: Astoria, OR
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine

• Overview:
•Seeking Hospitalists to join an established hospitalist division in a coastal community setting
•Opportunity to provide care in a Critical Access Hospital with academic affiliation
•Physician-led program with a strong focus on person-centered care
•Stable and growing organization with strong financial support
• Practice Details:
•Emphasis on work-life balance with a 158 annual shift requirement
•Average of 13.2 shifts per month (12-hour shifts including days and nights)
•Tele-intensivists available for ICU patient consultations
•Collaborative hospitalist division with daily Advanced Practice Provider (APP) support
• Compensation and Benefits:
•Shift-based compensation model with additional differential for night shifts
•$20,000 hiring bonus
•$5,000 annual CME stipend
•Relocation bonus or hospital-provided housing during scheduled shifts
•Comprehensive benefits package including retirement plan options with employer matching contributions
• Qualifications:
•MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
•Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine
•Active, unrestricted Oregon medical license
•DEA certificate
•ACLS certification
• About the Practice Environment:
•Fast-growing rural hospital serving the northern Oregon coast
•Full-service critical access facility focused on person-centered care
•Not-for-profit, independent organization with a collaborative care model
•Employs over 900 staff, including more than 100 physicians and advanced practice providers across multiple specialties
• Astoria, OR Community Highlights:
•Coastal town known for scenic beauty and a welcoming small-town atmosphere
•Recognized as a desirable place to live with a vibrant arts and dining scene
•Rich in history, festivals, and cultural attractions
• Lifestyle & Recreation:
•Access to extensive outdoor activities including hiking, beachcombing, tide-pooling, golfing, fishing, cycling, kayaking, surfing, and more
•Ideal for those seeking both professional growth and an active coastal lifestyle

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