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Internal Medicine Physician – Bend, Oregon
Practice relationship-centered internal medicine in the heart of Central Oregon.
High Lakes Health Care, part of Praxis Health, is seeking a dedicated Internal Medicine Physician to join our collegial team in Bend, Oregon. This is an opportunity to join an established practice within an independent physician-led organization that values physician sustainability, relationship-centered care, and long-term community connection.
At High Lakes, physicians are supported by collaborative leadership, experienced clinical teams, and an environment intentionally designed to preserve the human side of medicine. Here, you’ll have the time, autonomy, and support to care for patients thoughtfully while enjoying the unmatched lifestyle Central Oregon is known for.
Practice Highlights
Praxis Health has spent the past 50 years building a different kind of healthcare organization — one centered on relationships, community connection, and sustainable physician practice. As the Pacific Northwest’s leading independent healthcare network, we remain deeply committed to preserving the personal side of medicine while evolving thoughtfully toward value-based care models that better serve both patients and providers.
Unlike large corporate health systems, Praxis empowers physicians with meaningful clinical autonomy, collaborative leadership, and operational support that allows providers to focus on what matters most: caring for people well. Our culture is grounded in trust, collegiality, and the belief that exceptional patient care begins with supporting physicians as people — not productivity units.
High Lakes Health Care reflects that philosophy in action. Recognized as Central Oregon’s “Best Medical Group” for eight consecutive years, High Lakes has become a trusted presence throughout the region by delivering compassionate, relationship-centered care with a strong commitment to innovation, teamwork, and physician well-being.
Why Bend, Oregon
Tucked against the eastern slope of the Cascade Mountains, Bend offers a lifestyle that feels both invigorating and deeply restorative. Mornings often begin with mountain views and crisp high-desert air, while evenings end beside the Deschutes River, at a neighborhood brewery, or under the glow of an alpine sunset. With more than 300 days of sunshine annually, Bend has become one of the Pacific Northwest’s most beloved destinations for those seeking year-round outdoor adventure balanced with a vibrant and welcoming community.
Yet what makes Bend truly special is not simply its scenery — it is the rhythm of life here. Physicians are drawn to the community for its balance: nationally recognized skiing, hiking, cycling, fly-fishing, and golf exist alongside exceptional restaurants, locally owned coffee shops, live music, art galleries, and an increasingly sophisticated culinary scene. Whether you are raising a family, pursuing outdoor passions, or simply seeking a more connected and intentional pace of life, Bend offers the rare opportunity to build a fulfilling medical career without sacrificing the lifestyle that inspired you to choose the Pacific Northwest in the first place.
Qualifications
Practice relationship-centered internal medicine in the heart of Central Oregon.
High Lakes Health Care, part of Praxis Health, is seeking a dedicated Internal Medicine Physician to join our collegial team in Bend, Oregon. This is an opportunity to join an established practice within an independent physician-led organization that values physician sustainability, relationship-centered care, and long-term community connection.
At High Lakes, physicians are supported by collaborative leadership, experienced clinical teams, and an environment intentionally designed to preserve the human side of medicine. Here, you’ll have the time, autonomy, and support to care for patients thoughtfully while enjoying the unmatched lifestyle Central Oregon is known for.
Practice Highlights
- 100% outpatient Internal Medicine
- Work-Life Balance: 4-day workweek
- Light, shared outpatient call responsibilities & No hospital call
- Established adult patient panel
- Relationship-centered, value-based approach to care
- Collegial team Strong clinical and administrative support structure
- Physician autonomy within a collaborative care environment
- Stable physician leadership and long-term organizational vision
- Located in one of the Pacific Northwest’s most sought-after lifestyle destinations
- Guaranteed base salary starting at $270,000
- wRVU production model with earnings potential up to $480,000
- Signing bonus, Relocation, Student loan repayment assistance
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Paid malpractice insurance, licensure, DEA, and tail coverage
- Generous PTO package, CME, 401(k) and Roth retirement options
- Physician mentorship and leadership support
- Long-term stability within a physician-centered organization
Praxis Health has spent the past 50 years building a different kind of healthcare organization — one centered on relationships, community connection, and sustainable physician practice. As the Pacific Northwest’s leading independent healthcare network, we remain deeply committed to preserving the personal side of medicine while evolving thoughtfully toward value-based care models that better serve both patients and providers.
Unlike large corporate health systems, Praxis empowers physicians with meaningful clinical autonomy, collaborative leadership, and operational support that allows providers to focus on what matters most: caring for people well. Our culture is grounded in trust, collegiality, and the belief that exceptional patient care begins with supporting physicians as people — not productivity units.
High Lakes Health Care reflects that philosophy in action. Recognized as Central Oregon’s “Best Medical Group” for eight consecutive years, High Lakes has become a trusted presence throughout the region by delivering compassionate, relationship-centered care with a strong commitment to innovation, teamwork, and physician well-being.
Why Bend, Oregon
Tucked against the eastern slope of the Cascade Mountains, Bend offers a lifestyle that feels both invigorating and deeply restorative. Mornings often begin with mountain views and crisp high-desert air, while evenings end beside the Deschutes River, at a neighborhood brewery, or under the glow of an alpine sunset. With more than 300 days of sunshine annually, Bend has become one of the Pacific Northwest’s most beloved destinations for those seeking year-round outdoor adventure balanced with a vibrant and welcoming community.
Yet what makes Bend truly special is not simply its scenery — it is the rhythm of life here. Physicians are drawn to the community for its balance: nationally recognized skiing, hiking, cycling, fly-fishing, and golf exist alongside exceptional restaurants, locally owned coffee shops, live music, art galleries, and an increasingly sophisticated culinary scene. Whether you are raising a family, pursuing outdoor passions, or simply seeking a more connected and intentional pace of life, Bend offers the rare opportunity to build a fulfilling medical career without sacrificing the lifestyle that inspired you to choose the Pacific Northwest in the first place.
Qualifications
- MD or DO degree
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine
- Passion for relationship-centered, community-based care
- Commitment to collaborative outpatient medicine
- Strong communication skills and patient-centered approach
- Interest in practicing within an independent physician-led organization
Salary : $270,000