Sky Lakes Medical Center·Klamath County, Oregon
Provide high-quality emergency medical care at a Level III Trauma facility, managing an average of 1.5 to 2.0 patients per hour. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of physicians, APPs, and specialists to ensure efficient patient flow and critical care delivery.
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.
Tiered compensation & incentives
We offer a transparent and competitive hourly structure that rewards productivity and night-shift coverage:
$240.00 per hour worked
Night Shift Differential 2200-0600
$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
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).
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.
Candidates must be qualified Emergency Medicine Physicians, with the role open to 2026 and 2027 graduates. The position requires the ability to work a flexible schedule of 15 shifts per month in a high-volume clinical environment.
Market context
In Oregon, family medicine physician openings are often driven by primary care access needs in both urban and rural communities. These roles are competitive because employers typically look for board certification or eligibility, an active medical and DEA license, and current CPR certification, along with residency training in family medicine. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm licensure and certification status before applying.
