Pediatrician for outpatient clinic-loan repayment, no call, rounding, or attending deliveries

Community Health of Central WA (CHCW) is an organization focused on patient centered care, education of our future healthcare workforce, and providing healthcare services needed in our community. We value work life fit and provide a work environment dedicated to achieving and improving the quality of our employees’ daily experiences.

Reputable Teaching CHC with Strong Ties to our Community

Founded by our Central WA Family Medicine Residency program (CWFM) in 1993, CHCW has grown into an integrated community health center to include full spectrum primary care, pediatric, senior residential care, behavioral and addiction care, and dental serving the Yakima and Kittitas Counties at multiple sites.

Our Clinics and Programs

Central Washington Family Medicine Residency / Central Washington Family Medicine Clinic / Yakima Pediatrics / Naches Medical Clinic / Highland Clinic / Community Health of Central Washington – Ellensburg / Ellensburg Dental Care / Senior and Residential Care / Senior Smiles / Connect (Substance Use Disorder Treatment) / Primary Care Behavioral Health / Population Health

Yakima Pediatrics needs a pediatrician to provide comprehensive, compassionate, and evidence-based primary healthcare at our large, single specialty practice.  Come work in a collaborative, team-focused environment to provide the children in our region access to high quality, and affordable care.

Why Yakima Pediatrics?

• Lifestyle Fit: Enjoy a flexible 4-day workweek, no call or weekends, rounding, or attending deliveries, and dedicated admin time
• Teaching-Friendly Culture: Share your passion with residents and medical students
• Structured Onboarding: to set you up for success!
• Meaningful Patient Care: Serve a diverse population with room to explore your specialty interests
• Longevity and Reputation: For over 40 years, Yakima Pediatrics has been a trusted partner for pediatric and adolescent care in our community!
• Spanish-speaking? That’s a big plus in our vibrant, bilingual community!
• Modern Tech: We use OCHIN EPIC for a seamless EMR experience; DAX copilot or Dragon dictation software

On-Site Support

• Pharmacy on site (opening in June 2025)
• Strong and robust Primary Care Behavioral Health with BHCs on site and warm handoffs within minutes
• Teen Health Clinic
• Clinical Support: 1-1.5:1 MAs, Pediatric RNs, after-hours nurse triage, and case managers
• Providers: Great blend of new grads, tenured pediatricians, and pediatric nurse practitioners

Compensation & Perks

• $207,500-$249,900 based on a quality incentive, number of encounters per day (18-26), and experience
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx, AD&D, Life, LTD, HSA, and FTCA malpractice coverage
• Employee premiums as low as $0-$25/month, with subsidized family coverage
• Health & Wellness programs
• Generous PTO, extended illness time, and 9 paid holidays
• CME allowances and dedicated time
• Approved sites for Student Loan Repayment Programs and Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Relocation and sign-on bonuses
• Visa sponsorship

 Qualifications

• MD/DO degree or IMG equivalent
• Completion of an accredited US Pediatric Residency
• WA License or the ability to obtain a WA license
• DEA certificate, current BLS certificate
• BE/BC required
• Approved for credentialing with Medicare, Medicaid, and health plans

Live the Good Life in Central WA
Yakima offers over 300 days of sunshine, breathtaking views of Mt. Rainier and Mt. Adams, easy access to outdoor adventures within minutes, and a low cost of living. With great schools, award-winning gourmet dining venues, a variety of ethnic restaurants, family-friendly events, wineries and microbreweries, and easy travel to Seattle and Portland, it’s the ideal place to plant roots.

• Central WA location has over 300 days of sunshine with 4 mild yet distinctive seasons.
• Area known for its wineries/vineyards, microbreweries, panoramic views of Mt. Adams and Mt. Rainier, fishing, camping, skiing, hunting, hiking, biking, water sports, boating, outdoor concerts, parks-including doggie parks, golfing, drive up espresso stands, and one of the top agricultural hubs in the nation.
• Award-winning gourmet dining venues, and a variety of ethnic restaurants including Indian, Greek, Mexican, Thai, Italian, Japanese, Vietnamese, Chinese, and more!
• 2-3 hour drive to Seattle, Spokane, or Portland.
• Airports at Yakima and Pasco (Tri Cities).
• Lower cost of living than the WA average, and affordable real estate.