To prospective team members,

I am the medical director for Sound’s emergency medicine (EM) program at WhidbeyHealth, located in Coupeville, Washington, and have proudly been a part of Sound for over three years. I welcome interest from new graduates and experienced physicians desiring a career change. I would like to share more about it, specifically about our people, practice, and purpose, as you consider your options:

People

• We are a collaborative and established team of seven physicians and two APPs.
• We thrive on the diversity of our clinicians, hailing from diverse geographic, educational, and training backgrounds. We continuously learn from one another and approach patient care with fresh perspectives.
• We are actively involved in multiple committees in the hospital, including trauma, peer review, and credentials.
• Our team enjoys diverse hobbies such as horse riding, cycling, and hiking, strongly emphasizing family. We gather a few times annually to unwind and bond as a team with our loved ones.
• Our physicians are all EM residency trained. We can consider very experienced family medicine graduates with ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications.

Practice

• We work in a critical access hospital with a level III trauma center and support from OBG and general surgery 24/7.
• We work alongside Sound’s hospital medicine team, who do most of the admits.
• We maintain strong connections through monthly team meetings alongside our hospital medicine partners.
• Recognizing the importance of family and spending time outdoors, we offer a flexible schedule. We’re always there to support each other when covering shifts. We’re seeking physicians willing to work primarily nights and around 60-80 hours/month.
• Average compensation for this role is $260 per hour.

Purpose

• We put patients first. Always.
• A focus on growth and development is a key feature of Sound, where teammates can expand their careers here locally and within the broader medical group.
• We’re a community-minded team and encourage our team members who want to contribute in and out of the hospital to help make our local community thrive.

Coupeville, WA, offers a serene, small-town lifestyle surrounded by scenic beauty, outdoor activities, and a strong sense of community. Its charm lies in a tight-knit community, picturesque landscapes, historical significance, and proximity to larger cities like Seattle for a balanced quality of life.

To learn more, please contact my recruiting partner, who will put you in touch with me.

Dr. Nick Perera
Medical Director, Emergency Medicine

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