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Physician / Adjunct Assistant Professor - Emergency Medicine (Adventist Health Portland)
Company : Oregon Health & Science University
Location : Portland, OR, 97201
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 9 January 2026
Department Overview
The OHSU Department of Emergency Medicine (DEM) is seeking a full-time physician to join our team at Adventist Health Portland (AHP).
The Adventist Health Portland emergency department serves a largely urban population on the east side of Portland, caring for over 50,000 patient visits per year. The department serves many at-risk communities, including diverse nationalities and recent immigrants. AHP receives the highest number of cardiac arrest resuscitations in Multnomah County and has very active stroke and cardiac programs. The ED works closely with the hospitalist service, fostering strong collaboration and patient care coordination.
This is also a learning site with regular medical student rotations, providing ample teaching opportunities. The department has initiated a research agenda and is currently participating in the ICE-CAP study, focused on CNS cooling and recovery from cardiac arrest.
The schedule includes nine 8-hour physician shifts daily and two 10-hour Advanced Practice (NP/PA) shifts daily. This position offers the opportunity to provide high-acuity emergency care, engage in teaching, and participate in meaningful research within a supportive and collaborative team environment.
Function/Duties of Position
Staffing the Adventist Health Portland Emergency Department as assigned by the Chair; participation in education of medical and paramedic students, house staff and nurses; participating in Emergency Department quality assurance activities.
Required Qualifications
Education: MD or equivalent; Emergency Medicine Residency CertificateExperience: Knowledge, training and experience in clinical and academic Emergency Medicine
Job Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Demonstrated ability to satisfy standards of performance delineated by law
- Ability to manage heavy workload with multiple priorities and inflexible deadlines.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Proficient in the use of computing hardware and software, including personal computing equipment, electronic medical record, word processing and spreadsheet software.
- Regular and consistent attendance at work
Registrations, Certifications and/or Licenses: Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification required; ABEM or ABOEM Board certified or board eligible
- A qualified candidate must have a current unlimited Oregon MD (or equivalent) license prior to start date. The provider must complete the credentialing process and be approved by the OHSU Professional Board to practice as an independent practitioner in an acute care/emergency setting. The provider must be registered with Federal Drug Enforcement Administration and be authorized to prescribe medications prior to start date.
All are welcome
Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.Related Jobs
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Frequently asked questions
An Adjunct Assistant Professor in Emergency Medicine blends clinical duties with academic responsibilities, such as teaching medical students and engaging in research. Unlike purely clinical roles, this position offers opportunities to influence educational programs while delivering urgent patient care in a high-volume emergency setting.
Emphasize clinical acumen in high-acuity emergency care, advanced cardiac life support certification, and experience in medical education. Demonstrating proficiency in electronic medical records and ability to collaborate within multidisciplinary teams is crucial for success in academic hospital environments.
Daily tasks include managing emergency cases with high patient volumes, instructing medical and paramedic students, participating in quality assurance, and contributing to research initiatives. The role demands adaptability to shift work and collaboration with hospitalists for coordinated acute care.
Portland's emergency medicine sector is moderately competitive due to a steady demand for acute care providers and academic teaching roles. Candidates with board certification and local licensure are favored, and institutions emphasize cultural competence to serve diverse urban populations effectively.
Yes, a current unlimited Oregon medical license is mandatory before starting. Additionally, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification and registration with the DEA to prescribe medications are required to practice independently in an Oregon emergency department.
OHSU fosters career development through teaching engagements, research projects like the ICE-CAP cardiac arrest study, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Faculty can expand academic portfolios while delivering high-level emergency care, benefiting from a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion.
This position offers exposure to a busy urban emergency department with diverse patient needs, combined with teaching responsibilities. The dual focus sharpens clinical expertise under pressure and develops educational skills, preparing physicians for leadership in academic emergency medicine.
Emergency medicine physicians with adjunct academic duties in Portland typically earn between $250,000 and $320,000 annually, reflecting the high responsibility of patient care and teaching commitments within university-affiliated hospitals.
OHSU emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a collaborative environment. Faculty benefit from resources supporting cultural competence and equal opportunity, which enrich teaching experiences and improve care delivery for Portland’s diverse emergency department patients.
Yes, faculty members are encouraged to engage in research such as the ICE-CAP CNS cooling study. This involvement enhances academic credentials and contributes to advancements in emergency care, aligning clinical practice with innovative treatment protocols.