Family Medicine Physician, Faculty

About the Role

Kadlec Family Medicine Residency in Richland, Washington is seeking a full‑time, board‑certified Family Medicine physician for a faculty position. As a faculty member you will shape future physicians' careers, make a positive impact on patient care, and contribute to the community's health and well‑being. KFMR is operated by Kadlec Regional Medical Center and affiliated with Providence Health and Services. Opened in 2015, KFMR provides a state‑of‑the‑art facility for residents to work alongside faculty and medical assistants. It is one of 33 residencies within the UW School of Medicine WWAMI Network, offering significant resources to faculty and residents. The mission is to prepare physicians to be leaders in comprehensive, compassionate family medicine and improve regional access to primary care.

Core Competencies

• Incorporating lifestyle medicine curriculum and osteopathic recognition to elevate the educational standards of the program.
• Participating in didactic sessions, including lectures, case discussions, and hands‑on clinical training sessions, fostering a supportive learning environment.
• Collaborating with faculty members to enhance the residency program's educational quality through active teamwork and continuous improvement efforts.
• Providing medical care and educational experiences to a diverse patient population, demonstrating cultural competency and sensitivity.
• Participating in the interview process to contribute to the program's growth and interact with potential residents.

Position Details

• Monday‑to‑Friday schedule with protected time for administrative duties and non‑clinical work; schedule may fluctuate based on program needs.
• Excellent clinical support includes a pharmacist, psychologist, and LCSW.
• The weekly schedule encompasses a balanced mix of clinical practice, teaching and supervision, educational activities, and administrative tasks.
• The program fosters an inclusive and welcoming environment that values and supports everyone, with excellent administrative support.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation is between $256,671 and $299,155 per year.
• As a non‑profit, Kadlec qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• Generous recruitment incentives include a signing bonus, $15,000 relocation allowance, and $5,000 CME allowance.
• The compensation amounts may include productivity or quality/service incentives, call pay, extra shift incentives, as applicable to the position.
• Providers may have additional CME benefits available.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Teaching/precepting experience preferred; recent graduates will be considered.

Where You’ll Work

Kadlec Clinic is a growing network of primary and specialty care physicians and clinics in the Tri‑Cities area of northeast Oregon and southeast Washington. Through collaboration between its clinics, physicians, and Kadlec Regional Medical Center—the most advanced hospital in the area—Kadlec Clinic delivers exceptional, coordinated, patient‑focused care. Providers and staff combine the latest medical technology with compassionate, respectful, and personalized healthcare.

Where You’ll Live

Richland sits at the confluence of the Columbia and Yakima rivers and offers abundant outdoor recreation, excellent education, and thriving scientific, agricultural, and internationally recognized wine industries. The dry climate provides hot summers, mild winters, and over 300 days of sunshine annually, with year‑round opportunities for golf, fishing, cycling, and other activities.

Who You’ll Work For

Kadlec is the leading health‑care organization in the Tri‑Cities and surrounding region of southeast Washington, operating Kadlec Regional Medical Center hospital and a network of more than 40 primary and specialty care clinics. It is home to a growing heart and vascular program and a world‑class digital outpatient imaging center. As part of the Providence family, Kadlec’s more than 3,000 employees are committed to providing safe, compassionate care.