Job Summary
Our Primary Care Practitioners provide high quality, comprehensive medical care and treatment to a diverse safety-net patient population in a patient-centered, team-based model with an emphasis on the prevention of disease, promotion of health, and management of chronic disease. The clinical team includes certified medical assistants, RN care coordinators, clinical pharmacists, health navigators, and behavioral health consultants.
To allow the time to deliver high quality care to patients with complex needs, our practitioners manage panels between 700 and 1,200 patients and see about 14 patients per day. After-hours call is shared among the full primary care group and supported by a nurse triage line that manages the vast majority of after-hours requests. Our providers have the option of teaching medical residents from several organizations as well as medical students from the local medical school.
 
Community Health Centers of Benton and Linn Counties (CHC)
The CHC opened as a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in 2004. It is the medical home for over 9,000 patients across six clinics and two counties. Our clinics are located in (click on the the link to learn more about each city):

• Corvallis, OR
• Monroe, OR
• Lebanon, OR 
• Sweet Home, OR 

The CHC provides physical, behavioral, dental care, and medical treatment for substance use disorders. The CHC works closely with Benton County Public Health, County Mental Health programs, and school districts at our two school-based sites.
 
The CHC utilizes the clinical team to support patients in accessing health. We are committed to improving health outcomes through a medical home model with a strong focus on prevention and disease management. The CHC sites are all Patient Center Primary Care Home (PCPCH) certified at a high level. Our organization serves communities with Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA) ratings between 10 and 13 (https://data.hrsa.gov/tools/shortage-area/hpsa-find) and qualifies for National Health Scholars, National Health Service Corps and other Loan Repayment Programs.
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 To learn more about Benton County, please visit https://www.co.benton.or.us. 
Minimum Qualifications

• Physician Assistant Unrestricted Oregon Medical License (license to practice in the State of Oregon or licensed in a different state with the ability to obtain an Oregon license).
• Valid Oregon driver's license.
• Hiring is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

 
The Ideal Candidate:

• Aligned with our Mission, Vision, and Values: Click here to read
• Passionate about primary care, perhaps with additional interests which align with the specialty needs of our population (i.e. SUD, Transgender, Veterans, agricultural workers, houseless).
• Approaches chronic pain in a manner that follows the latest clinical guidelines.
• Manages patient’s preventive care needs, including USPSTF guidelines and CDC vaccine recommendations.
• Enjoys working with diverse patients, including those living with mental illness, English as a second language, and other social influences on health.

Your Total Compensation/Benefits

• Hourly salary range of $75 to $85 depending on experience.
• Rewarding work in a productive, innovative, and creative environment.
• Colleagues who are passionate about public service.
• A great work-life balance.
• Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with Benton County.
• Live, work, and play in Corvallis, Oregon.

Questions regarding this position can be directed to:
Dr. Jennifer Micek, Assistant Medical Director
Benton County Health Clinics
Telephone: (541) 766-6138jennifer.micek@bentoncountyor.gov How to Apply

• To apply for this position, click on the "Apply" button to fill out all information in the online application and complete the questionnaire. Failure to do so may result in your application being removed from consideration.
• Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date, or the first review date will be considered.
• Answer all supplemental questions.

After you Apply

• You will get an email stating your application has been submitted. Log in to your NeoGov account before the job announcement closes to see if you have any pending tasks or notifications, and make sure to complete these tasks before the job announcement closes. These can be found under the “My Applications” section.
• Be sure to check both your email and NeoGov account for updates regarding this recruitment. 

Additional information

• These are FLSA exempt positions, not eligible for overtime.
• This recruitment may be used to fill multiple primary care practitioner vacancies.
• This recruitment may be used to establish a pool of qualified candidates for future vacancies.
• Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.
• Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources. NOTE: If claiming veterans’ preference please be sure to attach your DD214 or Disability letter from the VA.
• Benton County does not offer VISA sponsorships. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Benton County will review these documents to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
• If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and will be requesting accommodation, please contact the Benton County Human Resources Department by calling 541-766-6081.

 
 Helpful links and contact information
 Learn more about Benton County Understanding the County Application Process Job Interest Cards webpage
 
 For more information you may contact us by e-mail at recruiting@bentoncountyor.gov or by phone at 541-766-6081.