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FELLOWSHIP PROFILESHEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGYVanderbilt University . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

EMPLOYER PROFILESAnMed Health Medical Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8Aspen Medical Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8Aspirus Clinics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24Aurora Health Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24Baystate Health System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24, 29Billings Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back CoverBon Secours Charity Health System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23Central Maine Medical Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8Central Utah Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9Chapparal Medical Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9Charleston Area Medical Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26CompHealth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27Confidential Practice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9, 10Coshocton County Memorial Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10The Doctor Job . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30Duluth Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10E.J. Noble Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11Fairbanks Memorial Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11Fairview Health Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11Faith Regional Health Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Freeman Health System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12The Great Falls Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Hallmark Health System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Haywood Regional Medical Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14HCA Physician Recruitment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14HealthPartners Medical Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25Horton Smith & Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14Iasis Healthcare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Inside Back CoverIPC The Hospitalist Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Kaiser Permanente . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1Lahey Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back CoverLoyola University Health System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25Marshfield Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25MedSpanish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25Mercy Medical Center - Des Moines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Mercy Medical Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24National Rural Recruitment & Retention Network (3RNET) . . . .5North Bend Medical Centers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15Northwest Community Health Recruitment Collaborative . . . . .15Ochnser Clinic Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6PeaceHealth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Inside Front CoverThe Portland Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

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EMPLOYER PROFILES CONTINUEDPriMed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16Prime Staff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16The Providence Community Health Centers . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17Providence Health System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Inside Back CoverThe Regional Medical Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17Riverview Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17Rochester General Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18Rockingham Memorial Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27Saint Francis Health System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18Salem Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19Saltzer Medical Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19Select, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19Sherman Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20Southwest Medical Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31Southern California Permanente Medical Group . . . . . . . . . .26Southwestern Vermont Health Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6St. James Healthcare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back CoverStraub Clinic & Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20St. Vincent Healthcare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Tanner Health System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21TeamHealth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back CoverTeamHealth Midsouth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21TriHealth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21Valley View Regional Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22Welborn Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7Wellspan Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22West Tennessee Healthcare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7White River Health System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

ARTICLESFinding the Perfect Job . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28Beyond Residency: A Look at the Present Day Market for Physician Employment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30How to Select the Right Practice Opportunity . . . . . . . . . . . .31


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VANDERBILT UNIVERSITYNashville, TN

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Diane L. Ray, Medical EducationDivision of Hematology-Oncology777 Preston Research BuildingNashville, TN 37232-6307615-936-0975615-343-7602 [email protected]

The DIVISION OF HEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGY at Vanderbilt University Medical Centeroffers training programs in all areas of hematology and oncology. Training opportunities include afellowship program that provides superior training in all aspects of clinical hematology and oncolo-gy, and research opportunities in molecular biology, cellular biology, genetics, signal transduction,pharmacology and clinical investigation. Faculty in the division are in the forefront of cancer researchand treatment.

PURPOSE

Provide superior training in the disciplines of Hematology and Medical Oncology leading toAmerican Board of Internal Medicine Certification in Medical Oncology and Hematology

Instill trainees with the necessary skills and professional attitude that will lead to a lifetime commitment of excellent patient care and scholarship

Develop productive investigators in clinical and/or laboratory-based research in cancer andhematology

ORGANIZATION

There is a single program administered by the Division of Hematology/Oncology overseen by a stand-ing committee of faculty from the division. Program trainees, with rare exception, are expected toenter into a 3-year period of training for combined board certification. Applicants to theHematology/Oncology Training Program must be eligible for ABIM certification in Internal Medicineby the time they plan to enter fellowship training.

Kenneth R. Hande, M.D., Professor of Medicine and

Pharmacology

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EMPLOYER PROF I L E S

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:

Faith Regional Healthcare ServicesMary Pratt, Physician Recruitment

1500 Koenigstein Avenue Norfolk, NE 68701

402-644-7149402-644-7362 Fax

[email protected]

Join the Faith Regional team and provide quality medical services to the 190,000 people in the region.In Norfolk you can have the best of both worlds, a quiet community with many outside activities inwhich to participate and raise your family and a patient base to keep you as busy as you want to be.

WE WANT YOU IN NORFOLK, NEBRASKAReceive a very generous financial package Signing bonus Moving expenses Student loan forgiveness Practice management expertise Brand new beautiful clinic space State-of-the-art facilities in which to perform procedures Primary & secondary service area of approximately 190,000 Affordable cost of living and excellent quality of life Low managed care Family friendly community with excellent schools Nine referring hospitals

LIVING . . . WORKING . . . RAISING A FAMILY IN NORTHEAST NEBRASKA

Norfolk is nestled in the Elkhorn Valley in Northeast Nebraska, and is surrounded by gentlyrolling hills. It has a population of more than 24,000 and nearly 35,000 people reside inMadison County. Norfolk is approximately 2 hours from Omaha and Lincoln, and is the ninthlargest city in the state. Unemployment is very low. Labor force works in agriculture, manufac-turing and in the service industry, which includes retail and wholesale trade, education andhealthcare. Retail sales have increased every month since June 1993. Students in Norfolk'sschool system score considerably higher than the national average on SAT and ACT examsevery year. Parochial schools include Lutheran, Catholic and non-denominational Christian.

IPC THEHOSPITALIST CO.Nationwide

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:IPC-The Hospitalist Company888-456-2472800-718-9149 [email protected]

NATIONWIDE HOSPITALIST POSITIONS

IPC is the nation's leading private practice hospitalist company, with more than 100 practice groupsin 14 states. Our physicians, support staff, operations, and technology are all focused on driving thehealthcare delivery system towards better, more efficient and more patient-friendly inpatient care.

Through IPC-Link, a sophisticated mobile technology device and intranet system, IPC Hospitalistsbetter coordinate patient care allowing them to give the right attention to each patient. Our physi-cians are able to find a balance in their personal and professional lives.

OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE IN THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS:

ARIZONA Phoenix, TucsonCALIFORNIA Bay Area, Santa CruzCOLORADO Denver FLORIDA Ft. Myers, Jacksonville, Naples,Ocala, Port Charlotte,TampaMICHIGAN DetroitMISSOURI St. LouisNEVADA Las Vegas

NORTH CAROLINA MonroeOKLAHOMA Oklahoma CityTENNESSEE Greeneville, Kingsport, JohnsonCity, MorristownTEXAS Abilene, Dallas, Corpus Christi,Houston, Ft. Worth, San AntonioUTAH Salt Lake CityWYOMING Cheyenne

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MERCY MEDICALCENTER - DES MOINESDes Moines, IA

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Mercy Medical Center - Des MoinesRoger McMahon515-643-8323515-643-8831 [email protected]

Mercy Clinics, Inc. seeks BC/BE Internal Medicine Physicians for two existing clinics and one newclinic. The new clinic is located in a rapidly expanding suburb of Des Moines and the existing clin-ics are located adjacent to Mercy Medical Center-Des Moines and it's sister facility Mercy Capitol-Des Moines. Additionally, Mercy Clinic seeks several Hospitalists including at least two nocturnal-ists. Mercy Medical Center-Des Moines , a member of the Catholic Health Initiatives family, is a917 bed comprehensive health care facility located on three campuses in Iowa's capital city.

ABOUT MERCY MEDICAL CENTER:

Newly constructed hospital expansion will be opened in September 2006, complete with facili-ties for obstetrics, neonatal intensive care, critical care, neurology center and education centerRural hospitals in 14 communitiesGrowing clinic system with more than 24 metro area family practice and specialty clinicsConsultative services offered in many areasProvide inpatient care for area family practice physiciansSalary and benefit package is highly competitiveLifestyle friendly call coverageWill consider J-1 and H1-B applicants

As Iowa's increasingly diverse capital city Des Moines area is home to over 400,000 people offeringlow crime, great schools, cultural amenities, access to higher education and affordable housing. Tolearn more bout Des Moines try www.seedesmoines.com, www.desmoinesmetro.com andwww.desmoines.com

NATIONAL RURALRECRUITMENT ANDRETENTION NETWORKNationwide

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:800-787-2512608-687-3993 [email protected]

FIND OVER 3,500 COMMUNITIES IN 43 STATES AT HTTP://WWW.3RNET.ORG

3R Net members at non-profit state organizations in 43 states are eager to tell you more about theopportunities that are currently available, and what it's like to live and practice there. The 3R Net issupported by federal and state funding, so there is no cost to you.

Members of the 3RNet partner with the National Health Service Corps (NHSC), and can help iden-tify positions that qualify for both the NHSC's Federal Loan Repayment Program, as well as for themany State Loan Repayment Programs that are also available.

Only you know what is important to you and your family. Our members can help you identify com-munities that will be a good match with your personal and professional goals. We can connect youwith those who know their states the best - the people who live there!

Now is the time to explore the many opportunities that await you. Go to www.3rnet.org today formore information -- yes, one stop for opportunities in 43 states.

AL, AK, AR, AZ, CA, CO, DE, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS,MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NM, NV, NY, OH, OR, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY

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OCHSNER CLINICFOUNDATIONLouisiana

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:800-488-2240225-761-5441 [email protected]

OCHSNER CLINIC FOUNDATION has opportunities available for BC/BE Internal Medicinephysicians to join our thriving practices:

HOSPITALISTS - Join one of the largest programs in the US, established in 1992. Our maturemodel has tracked data supporting effective & efficient hospital care. We also use electroniccharting. Positions available in Baton Rouge, New Orleans, and our Northshore Region, acrossLake Pontchartrain from New Orleans.

OUTPATIENT MEDICINE PHYSICIANS - No hospital responsibilities. Outstanding callschedule 1:12. Positions available in Baton Rouge and our Northshore Region, across LakePontchartrain from New Orleans.

Ochsner Clinic Foundation is an integrated health care delivery system with a group practice of 650physicians in 28 locations across southeast Louisiana. We offer competitive salaries and a compre-hensive benefits package. We also enjoy the advantage of practicing in a favorable malpractice envi-ronment in Louisiana. Please visit our website: www.ochsner.org.

SOUTHWESTERNVERMONT HEALTH CAREBennington, VT

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Kevin McDonaldVP-Marketing & [email protected]

Join an existing private practice, start your own, or become an employed doctor - the choice is yours!Southwestern Vermont Medical Center urgently needs two primary care internists.

Successful candidate can choose to join established, busy private practice with 1.5 internists.Opportunity to become partner and perhaps assume ownership when founder retires within five years.Or open a private solo practice with start-up support from the hospital. Initial assistance with set-upconsulting and two-year net income guarantee.

Hospital will substitute two years of "incubator employment,” where SVMC owns and operates thepractice and employs the doctor for two years, then doctor assumes ownership and moves to privatepractice.

Our medical staff has 133 active members, all BC/BE. Specialty coverage includes cardiology, neurol-ogy, urology, orthopedics, oncology, pulmonology, endocrinology, dermatology and gastroenterology.The Southwestern Vermont Regional Cancer Center is on campus and is designated as aComprehensive Community Cancer Center, with access to a variety of clinical trials.

We are known for World Class Medicine…Close to Home, a slogan built on our cutting-edge techni-cal care - and personalized caring documented by patient satisfaction scores consistently among thehighest in the nation. In 2002 and again in 2006, SVMC was awarded Magnet Recognition forNursing Excellence.

SVMC is located in southwestern Vermont, about 50 minutes from Albany, NY, and 2.5 hours southof Burlington, VT, and is essentially a sole community provider for a service area of 55,000. Our com-munity offers many cultural and outdoor pursuits, including museums, art galleries, hiking, skiing,and horseback riding.

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WELBORN CLINICEvansville, IN

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Welborn ClinicAmy KennedyDirector of Provider Development421 Chestnut St. Evansville, IN 47713812-426-9863812-463-7807 [email protected]

One of Indiana's largest physician owned multi specialty groups is actively seeking a BC/BE Internistto join our busy department of 11 IM physicians. Welborn Clinic is Southern Indiana's premiere multispecialty group.

This out patient practice offers:An average of 30 patients visits a dayElectronic Medical recordsAccess to full service laboratory and radiology departments on siteIn patient Hospitalist support

Welborn Clinic offers a very competitive salary with bonus and partnership track at 18 months.

FULL BENEFIT PACKAGE INCLUDES:35 days of paid time off in the first 18 months$ 2,000 earmarked for CME supportMalpractice, long and short term disability and life insuranceMedical and dental insurance for the familyRelocation allowance

AND…

Enjoy a great lifestyle with 1 in 7 telephonic call responsibilities.

Welborn Clinic is in Evansville Indiana, located on the Ohio River, this city of 128,000 offers metro-politan amenities, and small town hospitality. Evansville, recently named 'An All American City'(www.evansvillechamber.com), offers excellent schools, two universities, libraries, a professional phil-harmonic, city and children's museums, shopping and dining. Southern Indiana offers a mild climate.You and your family can enjoy the many beautiful state and national parks, one of the nation's topten wooden roller coasters, and many street festivals throughout the year celebrating heritage anddiversity.

Evansville is centrally located near four metropolitan areas: Indianapolis, St. Louis, Nashville andLouisville.

For an internet tour of Evansville, log onto www.welbornclinic.com and visit our recruitment section.

WEST TENNESSEEHEALTHCAREJackson, TN

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:West Tennessee HealthcareBeth Rainey, Physician Recruiter800-341-8409 or [email protected]

At West Tennessee Healthcare,Physicians are our Specialty

Growing Community with Multiple Internal Medicine OpportunitiesJackson, Tennessee

HOSPITALIST POSITIONS Hospital Employment, 6 full-time physicians and 2 part-time currently Multi-Specialty Group Employment, 6 full-time physicians currently

TRADITIONAL PRACTICE Single-Specialty Group of 4 physicians and 2 nurse practitioners Join another Internal Medicine Physician and 1 nurse practitioner Join another Internal Medicine Physician in nearby Humboldt, TN

JACKSON, TENNESSEE Population of 100,000 No State Income Tax Strong economic base, 27 Fortune 500 companies Symphony, Theatre, Ballet, AA Baseball 1 hour from Memphis, 2 hours from Nashville Numerous lakes, golf courses Seven private schools, local colleges and universities

JACKSON-MADISON COUNTY GENERAL HOSPITAL 612-bed tertiary care center with service area of 500,000 people 65 Adult ICU beds, 157 telemetry beds 275 physicians on active medical staff, 90% Board-certified New 9-story patient tower under construction New Electronic Medical Record being implemented 80,000 ER visits annually, 26 operating rooms Solucient's Top 100 Cardiovascular Hospitals

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ANMED HEALTHMEDICAL CENTERAnderson, SC

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:AnMed Health Medical CenterSherry ChastainMedical Staff Development800-226-3103 (24 hrs) [email protected]

BC/BE Internist for congenial 8-doctor private hospitalist practice contracted with 600-bed system.Partnership from start; income over 90th percentile. AnMed Medical Center offers start-up assis-tance. Paid FP resident teaching option. Best candidates are those who want a long-term hospitalistcareer. Does not qualify for J 1 waiver.

Large not-for-profit AnMed Health System; established heart program; new cancer center; Womensand Children`s Hospital. Anderson County`s only acute care provider. Over 400 medical staff; med-ical draw over 200,000. Large OP Center; award-winning Emergency Department with 17 boardedEM physicians. AnMed proudly offers big city medicine in a smaller, family-friendly community.

Recent ALL AMERICA CITY, Anderson is in the foothills of the Blue Ridge; on Lake Hartwell andI-85, 30 miles from Greenville. Atlanta or Charlotte are each 2 hours by interstate …to Charlestonby lunch.

ASPEN MEDICALGROUPMinneapolis/St. Paul, MN

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Aspen Medical GroupJulie Juba1021 Bandana Blvd. East, #200St. Paul, MN 55108866-415-2600651-642-2796 [email protected]

A CAREER WITH ASPEN IS GOOD MEDICINE

Aspen Medical Group, a leading multi-specialty group, embraces a mission of providing the commu-nity with personal health care of the highest quality. As part of the Aspen family you will join 170professional providers located in 8 clinics that provide a full range of healthcare services. We are seek-ing BE/BC INTERNAL MEDICINE PHYSICIANS to provide outpatient/inpatient services in ourbusy, well established clinics in the Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota metropolitan areas. Veryreasonable call schedules. Market-based compensation with 2-year guarantee, excellent benefitsincluding CME, malpractice insurance (tail coverage provided) and relocation assistance.

Visit our website at: www.aspenmed.org. Not a J-1 opportunity.

CENTRAL MAINEMEDICAL CENTERLewiston, ME

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Central Maine Medical CenterBabette Irwin300 Main StreetLewiston, Maine 04240800-445-7431207-795-5696 [email protected]

CENTRAL MAINE INTERNAL MEDICINE

Central Maine Medical Center, a multi-specialty regional referral center offers an exciting practiceopportunity to a BC/BE Internist for its employed practice. Join colleagues committed to excellence,and enjoy rotating office and hospital experiences. An attractive compensation and benefits package,including loan repayment, are enhanced by the scenic beauty and abundant outdoor adventure Mainelifestyle affords. Combine your talent and skills with our established excellent reputation of the bestphysician care. Not a J1 opportunity.

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CENTRAL UTAHCLINICProvo, UT

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Central Utah ClinicMark Kershaw 801-354-8276801-812-5419 [email protected]

Central Utah Clinic is seeking to recruit Internists to join a multi-specialty group practice of 80 physi-cians located in Provo, Utah in 2006-2007. Central Utah typically attracts physicians that value a teamapproach to care, evidence-based medicine, self governance and self management.

Utah Valley rests under the shadow of Mount Timpagnogos and is just 40 minutes from the Salt LakeValley. We are surrounded with the beauty of mountains on the east and Utah Lake on the west. Allthe favorite activities enjoyed throughout the four seasons are here to enjoy. Water sports of all kinds,skiing, hiking, fishing, camping, and magnificent scenery await your photographic skills and person-al delight. Park City, which is about a 40 minute drive up Provo Canyon, has a world-class ski resortand was a venue for the 2002 Olympic World Games. Sundance ski resort where the world-famousSundance film festival is held, is a short 25 minute drive up Provo Canyon.

Details: Seeking 2 BC/BE Internists. One year partnership track with minimal buy-in. Relocationpackage available. Guaranteed first year salary. Full Medical/Dental Benefits. Call will be shared with4 other Internists.

CHAPARRALMEDICAL GROUPSouthern California

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Chaparral Medical GroupSanjit MahantiPhysician Recruiting909-398-1570 x 233smahanti@administrative-resources.comwww.chaparralmedicalgroup.com

The Chaparral Medical Group is a 50 physician multi-specialty group serving the communities ofClaremont, Fontana, Pomona, Rancho Cucamonga and Upland in Southern California. The

Chaparral Medical Group and their founders have been serving the community since 1978 and dur-ing that time have established an excellent reputation with their physicians and the public. Our unend-ing commitment to patient care and physician work satisfaction is what has driven us in the past andwill be of paramount motivation as we grow to serve the needs of an expanding patient population.

Chaparral Medical Group's geographic location combines the best of Southern California living withan affordable price. Nestled in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, this region is within forty-five minutes of the mountains, the ocean, and the city of Los Angeles providing the best of city,coastal, and country living.

Additionally, the geography which we serve is also within the fastest growing part of SouthernCalifornia called the Inland Empire. As a physician, why this is important is very simple. The med-ical community in this region is not saturated and physician growth has not matched populationgrowth.

Our group can provide you a unique vehicle to launch your career as a physician. As opposed to othergroup philosophies, we like to view ourselves as "practice builders". Started and run by physicians wehave been able to foster the best of both private practice and group strength.

CONFIDENTIALPRACTICESouthwest Ohio

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Karen [email protected]

EXCEPTIONAL INTERNAL MEDICINE OPPORTUNITY

Begin your career with a well-established group of four premier internists who are expanding due topatient volume. This group is consultative with approximately 20 family practitioners referringpatients for hospital admissions. These internists are affiliated with the Joslin Diabetes Center andhave an endocrinologist in their specialty group. If you enjoy a variety of inpatient and outpatientpatient care, or if you prefer an all outpatient/office-based practice, you will want to explore thisopportunity. In addition, this group plays a critical role in the education of residents. This is not avisa sponsored position. Enjoy private practice in a new state-of-the-art facility located in an affluentcommunity in Southwest Ohio. Attractive compensation package.

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CONFIDENTIALPRACTICESouthwest Ohio

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Karen [email protected]

UNIQUE INTERNAL MEDICINE OPPORTUNITY

This is a great way to begin your practice. Join a dynamic, well-established, osteopathic InternalMedicine physician who is seeking a highly motivated internist to join his thriving practice. Mustenjoy a mix of inpatient and outpatient work. Resident teaching opportunities available. Office isconveniently located adjacent to an award winning osteopathic medical center. This is not a visasponsored position. Excellent compensation package with partnership track offered. Live in a smallcity with big city attractions in the friendly Midwest.

COSHOCTON COUNTY MEMORIALHOSPITALCoshocton, OHFOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Coshocton County MemorialHospitalRoger K. Williams1460 Orange StreetCoshocton, OH 43812740-623-4370740-623-4358 [email protected]

Coshocton County Memorial Hospital (CCMH) is recruiting for a BE/BC Internal MedicinePhysician to join Medical Services of Coshocton (MSC), a subsidiary of the hospital. This employedposition is a traditional inpatient and outpatient practice with a great call schedule, and excellentcompensation and benefits.

If you are looking for a place where you can build a very busy practice, have the latest technology anddiagnostic tools at your disposal, with full support of the hospital staff, then you owe it to yourself tocheck out this opportunity.

Coshocton is located in East/Central Ohio, just 70 miles East of Columbus and 70 miles South ofAkron. Here you will enjoy the pleasures of living in a rural community with a sound employer mixof manufacturing and service businesses. This is a family oriented community with good schools andrecreation facilities.

The hospital is a modern 151-bed health center (90 acute care and 61 long term care) offering bothgeneral and specialty services. 3 OR's, 7-bed ICU, on-site MRI, 32-Slice VCT Scanner, etc., are justsome of the many services available.

COME JOIN US, YOUR PATIENTS ARE WAITING.

DULUTH CLINICMinnesota, Wisconsin

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Duluth ClinicCarri Prudhomme800-342-1388 or 218-786-3908218-722-9952 [email protected]/career

OFF THE BEATEN PATH, YOU CAN CREATE YOUR OWN

At the Duluth Clinic, there's an amazing opportunity with an amazing quality of life. And that's justthe beginning.

We are a nationally recognized, 390+ physician, multi-specialty group and part of the SMDC HealthSystem. SMDC is comprised of 18 clinic locations and 4 hospitals serving 460,000+ people in north-eastern Minnesota & northwestern Wisconsin. EOE/AA

Join a congenial practice in a friendly northern WI or MN community within driving distance ofMinneapolis/St. Paul, MN

Flexible practice structure; strong focus on clinical practice with business function support and out-reach specialty support

Generous benefit package including retirement, relocation and malpractice insurance

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E.J. NOBLE HOSPITAL Gouveneur, NY

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:E. J. Noble HospitalCharles P. Conole, FACHEAdministrator77 West Barney StreetGouverneur, NY 13462315-287-1000, ext. [email protected]

E.J. Noble Hospital has an immediate need for an Internist. We are an 87 bed rural, sole communi-ty provider hospital including a 40 bed skilled nursing facility located in Gouverneur, New York. Ourmission is to offer community leadership as a center for healthcare providing or arranging for highquality, cost effective healthcare services. Gouverneur is located in a beautiful community nestledalong the Oswegatchie River in the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains and within minutes of theCanadian border and Thousand Island region. We offer a wonderful quality of life with affordablehousing.

Excellent benefit package to include and not limited to: Competitive salary or income guarantee Office space and office support provided Malpractice insurance Health insurance Moving expenses Four weeks vacation CME reimbursement

Rotate on-call with three other physicians. Salary negotiated based on experience.

WE HAVE WORKED WITH J-1/H1B PHYSICIANS.

FAIRBANKSMEMORIAL HOSPITALFairbanks, AK

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Fairbanks Memorial HospitalPaul Allan, Medical Staff Recruiter1650 Cowles StreetFairbanks, AK [email protected]

Fairbanks Memorial Hospital/Denali Center (FMH/DC) is a 162-bed, acute care, progressive com-munity hospital that values professional and technical excellence. Co-located with FMH, DenaliCenter is a 90-bed extended care facility specializing in restorative nursing, geriatric care and long-term skilled care.

FMH/DC is owned by the Greater Fairbanks Community Hospital Foundation, a nonprofit com-munity group, and operated by Banner Health Systems. Fairbanks Memorial Hospital serves as theprimary referral center for Interior Alaska. FMH/DC is accredited by the JCAHO, has over 132physicians on staff and 1,200 employees.

Fairbanks is Alaska's second largest city with a population of 83,000. No sales tax or income tax.Home to the University of Alaska. Excellent reimbursement with no managed care.

Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is recruiting internal medicine physicians to the community to joinmulti-specialty clinics, community health centers or private practices.

FAIRVIEW HEALTHSERVICESMinneapolis/St. Paul, MN

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Fairview Health ServicesTara Miller800-842-6469 Toll Free 612-672-2986 Fax612-672-7300 [email protected]

Live and work in an area known for world-class arts, outstanding year-round recreational activities,and educational excellence!

Fairview Health Services is an integrated health care system that offers comprehensive care through-out Minnesota. Currently, we have internal medicine opportunities in the Minneapolis/St. Paul areaas well as in small town communities.

Enjoy a traditional blended practice of inpatient/outpatient medicine or inpatient "hospitalist" medi-cine. Practice in a small town community hospital or in an urban/suburban setting. Choose a prac-tice that fits with you both professionally and personally.

Within Fairview, we work with care to bring about the best possible match of physicians to our practices.

EOE- Sorry, no J1 opportunities available

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FRANCES MAHONDEACONESS HOSPITALGlasgow, MT

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Frances Mahon Deaconess HospitalConnie Brunelle RN Physician [email protected]

Internal medicine physician needed to join multi-specialty group attached to rural JCAHO accredit-ed, regional medical facility. A century-old commitment to accessible, quality health care has givenbirth to a progressive regional medical center. Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital has a vision to bethe best place to work, the best place to practice medicine and the best place to receive care in ruralAmerica. FMDH is committed to ensuring that its providers have the technology necessary to prac-tice progressive medicine. FMDH has a very cohesive medical staff working in a collaborative envi-ronment. You will have the opportunity to branch out into subspecialty areas not available to you ina larger city because competition with on staff specialists is not an issue. Excellent specialty and sup-port services are available from visiting specialists and our well equipped Radiology and LaboratoryServices Departments.

Glasgow is located in Northeastern, MT just minutes from the large, pristine Fort Peck Lake andRecreation Area. Our location provides a multitude of opportunities for those interested in wildlife,hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation. The community offers a safe, quiet and friendly place toraise a family or to relax with your hobbies.

Very competitive salary & benefit package. Call 1:4, share call with Family Practice.

FREEMAN HEALTHSYSTEMJoplin, MO

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Freeman Health SystemNancy800-353-6812417-347-9320 [email protected]

HOSPITALISTSFreeman Health System

Ranked as Top 100 Hospital

$170,000 Salary + Bonus & Excellent Benefit Package

Hospital Practice with six Internists- rotating schedule Duties: Hospital based patients (unassigned and referrals)Goal is only 15 Patients a day per physicianCall rotation gives you 12+ weeks off per yearLevel II Trauma Center and ICU-40 - beds with full time coverage

Joplin, Missouri - Service area 450,000 + Friendly, small community with big city amenities - arts, music, theatre and community involvement Nationally the lowest cost of living for same metro-areas in US Enjoy the hassle free life-style, safe environment, and lots of recreation for the family, good

schools - private & public

YOU NEED TO TAKE A LOOK AT JOPLIN! WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!

FREEMAN HEALTHSYSTEMJoplin, MO

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Freeman Health SystemNancy800-353-6812417-347-9320 [email protected]

Internal Medicine or Family PracticeFreeman Health System

Southwest Missouri

$175,000 SALARY & GREAT BENEFITSHOSPITAL CALL NOT REQUIRED

Traditional Practice, Autonomy, Quality Medicine, Practice Management help can be yours at FHS.No call weekdays or weekends;160+ employed physicians to use as a referral base plus a service areaof 450,000.

Freeman Health System has a $50 Million Expansion underway to increase beds; Level II TraumaCenter to expand from 20 beds to 40 beds; Freeman Heart Institute, Freeman Cancer Institute, andnewly created Neuroscience Institute; State of the Art 40-bed ICU.

FHS RANKED TOP 100 HOSPITAL

Joplin, Missouri is a friendly, small community with big city amenities - arts, music, theatre andcommunity involvement - Enjoy the hassle free life-style, safe environment, lots of recreation for thefamily, excellent schools - private & public; Low crime-rate and low cost of living.

YOU NEED TO TAKE A LOOK AT JOPLIN!



GROWING WITH YOU

The Great Falls Clinic, LLP is a multi-specialty group medical facility emphasizing primary practicecare, related secondary level medical specialties, and urgent care. Founded in 1917, the Clinic is thefourth oldest medical clinic west of the Mississippi. Originally based on the vision that quality healthcare need not be confined to large urban centers, our mission today is focused on becomingMontana's health care provider of choice. To accomplish our goal, we strive to assess and meet theneeds of the 225,000 residents living in the seventeen north central Montana counties that we serve.

The Great Falls Clinic has 125+ physicians, 18 mid-level providers, and a support staff of 650 in pri-mary through specialty care areas. In addition to offering patients the full complement of medicalcare, the Great Falls Clinic also provides comprehensive on-site radiological services such as CT scan-ning, MRI, general and cardiac nuclear imaging, ultrasound, a completely configured clinical labora-tory and much more. The Clinic also operates a fully staffed and equipped ambulatory SurgicalCenter adjacent to the Main Facility. In August 2005, the Clinic opened its new 108,000 sq. ft.Specialty Center, which houses all specialty services, including a full service Cancer Care, endo suites,PT and much more. It also maintains a regional presence with satellite locations in Choteau, Fairfieldand Helena and outreach services to over 20 Montana communities.

The Great Falls Clinic exists for one reason - our patients. As a provider led organization, we encour-age leadership through teamwork and believe that by committing to efficient, quality health care serv-ices, we will be able to set and achieve goals worthy of your support.

THE COMMUNITY Great Falls offers all the amenities of a larger metropolitan city. There are restaurants such asApplebee's, Tony Roma's and Mackenzie River Pizza Co. Fine dining can be found at establishmentssuch as Indigo, Dante's and The Breaks.

Real Estate: Real Estate in Great Falls averages less than $100 a square foot. There is availability topurchase a home in town, on the river or on the edge of town with acreage. Education: Great Falls offers a vast array of schooling options for children. The schools here aresome of the best in the United States and the children test in the 90th percentile nationally. There aremany public schools to choose from as well as private schools. Great Falls is the only city in Montanathat offers a school for the deaf and blind.

THE OUTDOORS

Fly-fishing: Great Falls has some of the best fly-fishing in North America, in addition to whitewaterrafting and historic canoe floats on the Missouri River.

Golf: There are five challenging and scenic courses including three that overlook the Missouri River. Fornon-golfers, there is tennis, a state-of-the-art skate park and a public swimming pool and wave park.

THE GREAT FALLS CLINICGreat Falls, MT

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:The Great Falls ClinicKate BoguePhysician Recruitment Coordinator1400 29th Street SouthGreat Falls, Montana [email protected]

HALLMARKHEALTH SYSTEMBoston, MA

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Hallmark Health SystemGeorgia KarapanosV.P. Physician Services100 Hospital RoadMalden, MA 02148781-338-7531 [email protected]

Hallmark Health System, Inc has Excellent Primary Care Opportunities in Boston Area. BC/BEInternal Medicine, full-time and part-time. Very competitive salary and benefits package. Located afew miles north of Boston. Financially strong and progressive healthcare system with two hospitalcampuses. Expanding Inpatient and Outpatient services. Send CV to: Hallmark Health System Attn.Georgia Karapanos, V.P. Physician Services; 100 Hospital Road, Malden, MA 02148. Fax: 781-338-7531, [email protected]; www.hallmarkhealth.org



HAYWOODREGIONAL MEDICAL CENTERWaynesville, NC

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Haywood Regional Medical CenterTara Sund828-452-8211828-452-8335 [email protected]

Well established, twelve member, multi-specialty internal Medicine group in Western North Carolina,seeks a general internist. The position is located in the beautiful mountains of Waynesville, 25 mileswest of Asheville, NC. Opportunities for outdoor recreation abound with portions of the GreatSmoky Mountain National Park, Appalachian Trail, and Blue Ridge Parkway located within thecounty. Hospital call is currently 1 in 7 with Hospitalist service covering nighttime admissions. 54,000square foot Health and Rehab facility located on hospital campus. Hospital offers state of the art rea-diology services. Relocation package and first-year income guarantee offered. Full partnership avail-able after one-year. Residents finishing in 2007 are encouraged to apply. Not a J-1 opportunity.

HORTON SMITH & ASSOCIATESWisconsin

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Horton Smith & AssociatesMichelle "Mickey" [email protected]

WISCONSIN "NON-TRADITIONAL" INTERNAL MEDICINE POSITIONS

Hospitalist - Two affiliated medical facilities, each recognized as Solucient "Top 100 Hospital" and"#1 Consumer Choice" recipients, are expanding their highly successful hospitalist program. This pro-gressive service is staffed by physicians that work scheduled 12-hour shifts, with no call. The day shift,supported by mid-level providers, provides double coverage, and the night shift provides in-house cov-erage. Primary care physicians deliver a solid base of support.

Since the program's inception in 1998, overall mortality rates have dropped 16 percent and overallstays for pneumonia, stroke, chest pain, and congestive heart failure have dropped by 7.5 percent.Hospitalists have played an integral part in this quality improvement.

We invite BE/BC internists willing to work as employees of a fully integrated health system to con-sider joining this fine team.

Out-Patient Internist - A spacious 8,000-sq ft medical office facility provides dedicated exam roomsfor each physician. Assigned medical assistants and triage nurses, plus a shared pool of receptionists,coders, transcriptionist, ancillary technicians, and business office staff completes this highly recog-nized team of professionals. "At home" call is shared between this group and another group. A nursetriage service screens all after-hour calls. This employee position is part of a fully integrated medicalgroup. Hospital patients are admitted by a seven-hospitalist service that provides double coverage dur-ing the day and in-house coverage at night.

HCA PHYSICIANRECRUITMENTIdaho, Utah

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:HCA Physician RecruitmentEric [email protected]

IMMEDIATE NEEDS FOR INTERNAL MEDICINE PHYSICIANS IN THEINTERMOUNTAIN REGION

Where do you want to live? We understand that it's no use making a good living unless you make agood life as well. You should live where you want to live. We're positioned to place you near one ofour many facilities across America. HCA Hospitals are located in 16 of the 20 fastest growing com-munities. We have opportunities in big cities and rural areas, near sandy beaches and skyward reach-ing mountains; wherever your internal compass points, it's likely that we can help guide you to a des-tination that will match your preferences.

HCA invites you to consider practice opportunities in the Intermountain Region. We are currentlyrepresenting outstanding opportunities in Utah and Idaho. We are looking for qualified candidatesto join well-established community based practices. Attractive opportunities exist for employment orprivate practice, group or solo to fit your requirements. The opportunities are supported by excellentfacilities that are recognized for their high quality of care and commitment to patient and physiciansatisfaction. Combining great opportunities with great locations...who can place you there, we can!



NORTH BENDMEDICAL CENTERSCoos Bay, OR

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Marce Knight 1900 Woodland DriveCoos Bay, Oregon 97420800-765-0052 ext 294541-267-5151 [email protected]

OREGON: Outstanding opportunity for an Internist to join the largest physician-owned multi-specialty medical center on the beautiful southern Oregon coast. We are a 50-physician group withfour satellite clinics on the coast.

Physicians share overhead, but not income. Excellent earning potential with significant autonomy inpractice. Practice within this professional environment offers strong collegial support.

Safe family oriented community offers rewarding lifestyle with excellent school system and manyrecreational activities.

OREGON COAST INTERNAL MEDICINE

Coos bay * Coquille * Gold Beach * Bandon * Myrtle Point

NORTHWESTCOMMUNITYHEALTH RECRUITMENTCOLLABORATIVEAlaska, Idaho, Oregon,Washington

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Alaska Primary Care Association Pat [email protected]

Idaho Primary Care Association Katrina Hoff [email protected] www.idaholiveworkplay.org

Oregon Primary Care Association Mary Kate Brousseau [email protected] www.orpca.org

Northwest Regional Primary CareAssociation Amy Chang [email protected] Clark [email protected] 206-783-3004www.nwrpca.org

The Northwest Community Health Recruitment Collaborative, a consortium of the Primary CareAssociations of Alaska, Idaho and Oregon, and the Northwest Regional Primary Care Association,recruits family physicians and internists for Community Health Centers (CHCs) throughout Alaska,Idaho, Oregon and Washington.

CHCs are mission-driven public and private non-profit organizations that provide culturally appro-priate, comprehensive primary healthcare to vulnerable and medically underserved populations,regardless of ability to pay.

In addition to a variety of competitive compensation and benefits packages, most CHCs offer:

Paid malpractice insurance Paid vacation CME reimbursement and PTO A reasonable work schedule Student loan repayment

If you are dedicated to providing healthcare to the underserved, enjoy working with diverse popula-tions, and thrive in a team-oriented environment, go to one of the websites listed below and completea candidate profile. Recruitment specialists from your preferred state(s) will contact you to get moreinformation and to refer you to positions that match your experience, qualifications, and interests asavailable.

Student and resident rotation opportunities are also available through the National Health ServiceCorps SEARCH (Student/Resident Experiences and Rotations in Community Health) Programsoffered through the Primary Care Associations of Idaho and Oregon.

Alaska Primary Care Association www.alaskapca.org Idaho Primary Care Association www.idaholiveworkplay.org Oregon Primary Care Association www.orpca.org Northwest Regional Primary Care Association www.nwrpca.org



THE PORTLANDCLINICPortland, OR

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:The Portland ClinicJan Reid, Recruitment503-221-0161 [email protected]

PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITY IN THE BEAUTIFUL PACIFIC NORTHWEST

The Portland Clinic is an independent, full-service medical clinic with over 60 physicians, and we havebeen treating generations of families for 85 years. We are the oldest multi-specialty medical group inthe State of Oregon and enjoy an excellent reputation throughout the Northwest as a premier, quali-ty, and financially stable medical group. Owned and operated by physicians, the Clinic, with its 4offices strategically located in the growth areas of Portland, holds a dominant position in the localhealthcare community.

Surrounded by beauty, Portland is conveniently located just over an hour from wide sandy beaches inone direction, and the majestic Columbia River Gorge and world-class skiing in the other direction.Citizens of the greater Portland area are known to be friendly, active, and health-conscious, and thereare many opportunities to enjoy both outdoor activities and other fine cultural amenities.

Our physicians are a youthful, high quality, enthusiastic group that enjoy their work and each other.We are seeking BC/BE Internal Medicine, Family Practice, and Hospitalist physicians to join us as wecontinue to grow our practice. Don't hesitate to get in contact with us. We would love to speak withyou about what the future might hold!

PRIME STAFFNationwide

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Prime StaffAmber JohnsMedical Staffing SpecialistPermanent Placement10375 Richmond Ave, Suite 1575Houston, TX 77042713-541-1177 or 866-312-1177713-953-1925 [email protected]

PRIME STAFF ADVANCED MEDICAL DIVISIONS

"A dedicated TEAM who is commitment driven and client motivated to provide quality service with integrity and professionalism."

Inpatient Hospital Medicine Group This group takes pride in their camaraderie and close-knit, team approach to medicine Physician Managed No Call Manageable patient volume Affords you meaningful time for your personal interests Comprehensive benefits

POSITIONS AVAILABLE IN:* ARIZONA * CALIFORNIA * COLORADO * FLORIDA * ILLINOIS * MISSOURI *

* MONTANA * OREGON * TEXAS * UTAH * WASHINGTON * WYOMING *

PRIMEDFairfield County, CT

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:[email protected]

PriMed a dynamic and fast growing multispecialty Physician's group in Fairfield County Connecticutis poised for additional expansion and recruiting for Internal Medicine physicians who wish to joinour already existing practices.

We offer full operational support so that you can focus immediately on your clinical practice. YourCredentialing, Medical Malpractice, IT needs as well as Billing are taken care of immediately throughour management office.

PriMed offices are located 1 hour from NY in a community which offers beautiful suburban areaswith excellent school systems and great community and family living. We service St. Vincent's and/orBridgeport Hospitals.

Our benefits include competitive salary and attainable productivity bonuses, Life, Medical, Dental, Vision,LTD, 401(k) and partnership track. To apply please email your CV [email protected] EOE.

*We do not qualify to sponsor H1B visa applicants.



THE PROVIDENCECOMMUNITYHEALTH CENTERSProvidence, RI

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Stanley Hoyt Block, M.D.Medical DirectorClinical Associate Professor -Pediatrics & Community Health -Brown Medical School375 Allens AvenueProvidence, R.I. 02905-50l0401-444-0400 ext 3116401-444-0469 [email protected]

INTERNIST - PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND FOR JULY 2007 J-1 WAIVERS OR SCHOOL LOAN REPAYMENT POSSIBLE

The Providence Community Health Centers Inc. is JCAHO accredited and operates five communityhealth centers in inner-city Providence, R.I. (the capital of our State). We are commencing a searchfor a full-time board eligible or board certified Internist for July 2007. Annual salary about $104,000(plus incentives of up to ~$16,500 per year.)

The Providence Community Health Centers Inc. is a site at which J-1 WAIVERS CAN BEOBTAINED. SCHOOL LOAN REPAYMENT IS ALSO POSSIBLE.

Our five health centers serve a multicultural, inner-city population of about 33,000 patients, and havePediatric, Internal Medicine, Family Practice and Ob/Gyn Departments. Our internists admit theirpatients to Roger Williams Medical Center, a Boston University affiliate with an excellent ResidencyProgram. Providence is the seat of Brown University School of Medicine, and teaching is encouragedat the hospitals. Rhode Island is very close to great ocean sailing, superb beaches, skiing, hiking, the"islands" (Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket, Block Island), beautiful bike paths and more. PCHC Inc. isan equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Since 2/3 of our patientsspeak Spanish, Spanish fluency is preferred but not required. Light call: ~1/9.

THE REGIONALMEDICAL CENTEROrgangeburg, SC

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:The Regional Medical CenterRon [email protected]

An opportunity exists for an Internal Medicine physician(s) or Family Practitioner(s) to acquire a wellestablished practice in Orangeburg County, due to the retirement of two physicians. We are preparedto offer a guaranteed net income. We will pay a signing bonus, relocation allowance and will consid-er medical school loans.

RIVERVIEW CLINICCrookston, MN

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:RiverView HealthMary Beth Sargeant800-743-6551, ext [email protected]

INTERNAL MEDICINE OPPORTUNITY

RiverView Clinic provides an excellent opportunity for a BC/BE internal medicine physician toestablish a practice in a family oriented atmosphere.

RIVERVIEW HEALTH OFFERS:

New Clinic facilities Critical access hospital with two nursing homes, specialty clinics, and chemical dependency

treatment center 24 hour ED coverage and Urgent Care Clinic Local coverage for general surgery, orthopaedics, OB/GYN, GI and family practice Modern radiology diagnostic capability including MRI, CT scan and PACS Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits, signing bonus and loan forgiveness University community near lakes district with friendly family environment



ROCHESTER GENERAL HOSPITALRochester, NYFOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Rochester General HospitalPhysician Services1425 Portland AvenueRochester, NY [email protected]

FIND YOUR FUTURE…INTERNAL MEDICINE PHYSICIANS

Excellent opportunities for full-time positions in beautiful Upstate New York. Seeking BC/BEInternal Medicine Physicians to join our expanding, progressive practices in either a hospital-employed or private practice setting. Excellent call-schedule and opportunity for hospitalist coveragefor Rochester-based practices. Rochester General Hospital is a thriving medical system with a 528-bedgeneral care hospital and extensive outpatient offices that is currently undergoing an exciting expan-sion project. RGH has been recognized as Solucient Top 100 Cardiac Hospital six times. Rochester isan affordable medium-sized city with extensive cultural, educational and recreational activities, andboasts of excellent schools, including 5 of the top 100 public schools in the country. A four season cli-mate is ideal for families. Newark-Wayne Community Hospital is a 170-bed community-based ruralhospital serving the Wayne County community. Wayne County practices offer a small town settingand close proximity to area attractions, such as the Finger Lakes, in addition to all that nearbyRochester has to offer. We offer excellent benefits and competitive base salary.

Submit CV to: [email protected], or mail to: Rochester General Hospital, PhysicianServices, 1425 Portland Ave., Rochester, NY 14621. EOE

ROCKINGHAMMEMORIAL HOSPITALHarrisonburg, VA

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Randy HoffmanRMH Physician [email protected]

GROUP OF 9, LOOKING FOR A 10TH STAFF HOSPITALIST

Board Certified/Board Eligible with previous experience preferred, but not required. RockinghamMemorial Hospital is looking for a well-qualified graduate/experienced Internal Medicine physicianto join RMH Inpatient Physicians. Rockingham Memorial Hospital is a 270 bed private, non-profithospital in the center of the Shenandoah Valley, offering a full range of quality services.

Our physicians enjoy a 7/12 schedule with every other week off-duty. Competitive compensation basedupon MGMA survey data, full benefits, extensive CME support, and extremely competitive retire-ment benefits are offered. Join us now and participate in development of a brand new facility sched-uled for 2009 opening on 275 acres on the edge of town.

The Shenandoah Valley is an outdoor enthusiasts dream for enjoying "off-weeks," with an abundanceof hiking, biking, camping in National Forests immediately available, some of the best fly-fishingstreams on the east coast. Within two hours of D.C., Harrisonburg still provides amenities typicallyassociated with a larger community, including live theater, wide variety of restaurants, and yet pro-vides a strong sense of community with excellent schools and great housing values. Three area col-leges keep our area thriving and add numerous additional entertainment opportunities. Live withinminutes of work, either in thriving neighborhoods or in very rural settings.

SAINT FRANCISHEALTH SYSTEMTulsa, OKFOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Natalie WilliamsPhysician Recruiter918-494-8463918-488-6696 [email protected]

DO YOU HAVE SALARY POWER? Traditional IM and Hospitalist Positions AvailableAre you looking for big city life without the traditional big city cost of living? Consider Tulsa, a met-ropolitan area where your salary will stretch the most. In fact, Salary.com recently ranked Tulsa #5on a list of 188 large cities for getting the most value from a salary.

HOSPITALISTJoin 20 others in our growing Hospitalist program at Saint Francis Hospital. We offer a variety ofscheduling options including block time on/off, part-time and nocturnal only. This is an employedposition with excellent earning potential (generous base salary + bonus).

INTERNISTJoin an established practice on the Saint Francis Hospital campus. High patient demand means you'llbe busy from day one. We offer a competitive first year salary with productivity bonus and excellentearning potential. Call will be 1:4.

Sorry, no J1 or H1 opportunities available.



SALEM CLINICPortland, OR

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Salem Clinic P.C. Connie Finicle2020 Capitol St. NESalem, OR 97303503-399-2470503-375-7429 [email protected]

Salem Clinic, P.C., a 40-physician multi-specialty group has an opening for BC/BE Internal Medicinephysician. Salem Clinic offers a comprehensive benefit package and competitive income guarantee.Single hospital town. Call 1:9. The Medical Group Management Association has rated Salem Clinicas one of the top 10 "better performing medical groups" for the last eight years. Community: popu-lation 146K, excellent school system, capitol of Oregon. One hour to the Oregon Coast and CascadeMountains, 45-minutes to Portland. Visit our website at salemclinic.org.

Please forward, fax, or email your CV. to Connie Finicle, Salem Clinic P.C. 2020 Capitol St. NE,Salem, OR 97303, (503) 399-2470; fax-(503) 375-7429; email: [email protected]

SALTZER MEDICALGROUPNampa, ID

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Saltzer Medical GroupWilliam E. Savage, CEO208-463-3159208-463-3044 [email protected]

INTERNIST - IDAHO

Stellar opportunity for BE/BC General Internist to join physician owned and governed multi-special-ty clinic of 47 physicians. Call shared with 7 physicians. Competitive salary guaranteed with excellentfringe benefits. Clinic is adjacent to 165-bed hospital. This family oriented community offers out-standing outdoor opportunities in the Northwest and was named one of the "Ten Best" cities byForbes Magazine. Southwest Idaho is an ideal area for outdoor enthusiasts with a mild mountain cli-mate, 300 days of sunshine per year and access to a wide variety of outdoor activities, including hunt-ing, world class fishing, snow skiing, white water rafting, and mountain biking. There is a busy sched-ule of cultural activities as well. We are now the second largest city in the state with 80,000+ citizensand located approximately 20 miles from Boise, the state capital. The total catchment area for theTreasure Valley is about 400,000 and the drawing area includes Eastern Oregon, Northern Nevadaand all of Southwest Idaho. Saltzer Medical Group owns a 78,000 square foot building, a 15,000square foot satellite clinic, in addition to 4 other satellite locations. In addition, the Treasure Valley isconsidered to be an excellent place to raise a family with an emphasis on community spirit andschools.

Reply with C.V. to William Savage, CEO, Saltzer Medical Group, 215 E. Hawaii Avenue, Nampa,Idaho 83686, fax 208-463-3044 or e-mail [email protected].

SELECT, INC.Nationwide

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Select, Inc.Tim Leigh, PresidentP.O. Box 706Bowling Green, KY 42102-0706877-499-9889877-855-0618 [email protected]

WE RECRUIT ALL SPECIALTIES, NATIONWIDE

Dedicated, caring recruiters, intimate client relationships, and growing reputation for success make SelectPractice Opportunity "America's Choice in Physician Placement Services." From understanding candidatepreferences, to conducting thorough research for clients, Select scans the states to find the perfect match forphysicians and hospitals alike.



ST. VINCENTHEALTH CAREBillings, MT

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:St. Vincent Health CareLynda Carroll MBA315 North 25th Street Suite 201 Billings, [email protected]

Highest starting salary in the Northwest! Exceptional opportunity, city, and location!

At St. Vincent Healthcare we believe in partnering with first-class physicians and compensating for first-class patient care. After all our renowned medical staff is uncompromising when it comes to ensuring thefuture of its legacy of practicing premiere medicine. St. Vincent Healthcare is privileged to be staffed byphysicians from the most prestigious programs in the US. Our award winning organization is a 300-bed,tertiary-care referral center to 500,000+ people, and is the leader of innovation in our region. In addition,your career is more satisfying without the constraints imposed by HMOs because in the state of Montana,there is NO MANAGED CARE.

St. Vincent Healthcare invites you to be part of its growing, progressive medical staff and seeks BC/BEInternists for general internal medicine; senior health & geriatrics; hospitalist program; and outpatientonly clinic.

The vibrant, Billings metro-area of 135,000 is the economic hub for south central Montana. Stunningscenery and year round outdoor recreation are at your backdoor. Clinical quality, amenities and climatedraw physicians who want the advantages of city life without the hassles: un-congested, clean environ-ment; schools that rate in the 95th percentile; outstanding cultural & entertainment venues; and a mild,dry climate with 300+ days of sunshine a year to enjoy as you play a round of golf or go to a RockyMountain stream to fly fish.

If contributing to a team with an expectation for excellence and creating a balanced and fulfilling life areimportant to you, St. Vincent Healthcare, in Billings, Montana has the practice and community for you.

STRAUB CLINIC &HOSPITALHonolulu, HI

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Straub Clinic & HospitalEllen KayePhysician Recruitment Coordinator888 South King StreetHonolulu, HI 96813800-5-STRAUB (578-7282)808-522-4006 [email protected]

HAWAII - ISLANDS OF SUN, SURF, AND ALOHA

Straub Clinic & Hospital's 150 physicians represent nearly every specialty from allergy to urology withinternal medicine primary care practices in our clinics and hospitalist opportunities in our 159-bedhospital. Straub has represented the traditions of quality and excellence as a referral center for theislands and the Pacific rim for over 85 years. Straub is an affiliate of Hawaii Pacific Health, one ofthe state's largest healthcare networks, providing tertiary, specialty, and acute care services.Comprehensive benefits include professional liability insurance and relocation allowance.

Combine the advantages of a group practice with the cultural diversity, superb lifestyle, excellent cli-mate and year-round recreational activities of the islands - golf courses and water sports are plenti-ful, hiking, tennis, biking, running in the Honolulu Marathon or the Iron Man or just casually, wind-surfing, hang gliding, horseback riding, and even winter snow skiing on Mauna Kea (without lifts), aswell as museums, stage productions, opera, and many cultural events. Eating is a multi-ethnic expe-rience from the casual "plate lunch" to the best of fine dining.

Hawaii ranks near the top in the Healthiest State Award; Honolulu ranks among the safest U.S. cities.

Sorry, no J-1 opportunities.

SHERMAN HEALTHNW Suburbs of Chicago, IL

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Sherman HealthCheryl VanderLaanPhysician Recruiter847-429-5428847-429-6117 [email protected]

Established Internal medicine group in the fastest growing region of the NW suburbs of Chicago islooking for a dynamic internist. Income guarantee with bonus incentive and partnership potential.Outstanding benefit package includes three weeks vacation, CME, paid health and malpractice insur-ance.

The newly built office is conveniently situated in a state of the art medical park, with facilities thatoffer your patients an array of complementary services including CT scan, ultrasound, mammogra-phy, X-ray, PT, and radiology.

Join well trained partners in a thriving Internal Medicine practice. Enjoy the suburban lifestyle, excel-lent schools, new homes and just 45 minutes from downtown Chicago.

Sherman Hospital, a 350 bed facility, has provided the region with quality healthcare for over 120years, and is part of the largest network of medical care facilities in the far NW suburbs of Chicago.Sherman is the recognized regional heart center for the NW suburbs, and was the first communityhospital in Illinois to perform an open heart procedure. Other quality hospital services include emer-gency services and Level II Trauma Center, cancer care, diabetes center, orthopedic care and a birthingcenter with a neonatal intensive care nursery. Sherman Hospital leads the way.



TANNER HEALTHSYSTEMCarrollton, GA

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Tanner Health System705 Dixie St.Carrollton, GA 30117

Eric Johnston, Physician Recruiter770-838-8729770-838-8713 [email protected]

Shellie SherrodDirector-Physician Development770-836-9217770-838-8563 [email protected]

www.tanner.org

Tanner Health System, located 25 miles west of Atlanta, GA, is a 3 hospital not-for-profit healthcaresystem serving the western Georgia and eastern Alabama areas. As our region's premier healthcareleader, we have dedicated more than 50 years of service to our patients, medical staff, employees andthe communities we serve. With more than 1,800 employees and capital expansions at all of our facil-ities, Tanner continues its tradition of innovation by ensuring that the residents we serve have accessto the latest in medical technology. Tanner provides a wide range of comprehensive medical servicesincluding cancer care, rehabilitation, occupational health, home health and hospice. Tanner's mater-nity centers deliver more than 1,400 babies each year and approximately 6,000 surgeries are performedeach year in Tanner facilities.

CURRENT POSITIONS BEING RECRUITED:General Internal MedicineHospitalistPulmonologyGastroenterologyInterventional Cardiology

TRIHEALTHCincinnati, OH

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:TriHealthDebbie [email protected]

Career Opportunities in Leadership and Medical PracticeCOME AND EXPERIENCE THE TRIHEALTH DIFFERENCE!

TriHealth's two hospitals, Good Samaritan Hospital and Bethesda North Hospital, have distinctivepositions in the Cincinnati community. The hospitals partner with each other, their physicians andthe community to bring health and wellness to area residents. Physicians considering employment with TriHealth may choose from a large group practice modelor a variety of smaller group practices. Each physician organization operates autonomously withinthe TriHealth system. TriHealth offers an excellent benefit package that includes health and dental,malpractice and a competitive base salary plus productivity incentive. Cincinnati is located on the banks of the Ohio River; Cincinnati is the hub of the bustling Tristatearea. Home to world class culture, dining and sporting attractions. Cincinnati and its surroundingcommunities possess a distinct personality and unique charm. Downtown Cincinnati and the surrounding area offer upscale shopping and eateries as well as cul-tural attractions such as art museums, the Cincinnati Museum Center, National UndergroundRailroad Freedom Center, Cincinnati Ballet, Cincinnati Opera, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra,outstanding local theater and Broadway shows. We are currently accepting CV's for Internal Medicine and Hospitalist Positions. Please submityour CV to [email protected] or if you desire additional information please call 513-569-6385.

TEAM HEALTH MIDSOUTHWest Virginia

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Team Health MidSouthJason Edwards800-539-0173, ext 7034 [email protected]

Debbie Jenkins 800-539-0173, ext [email protected]

865-539-8056 Fax

TeamHealth Midsouth is seeking 2-3 full-time BC/BE Internal Medicine physicians for a brand newHospital Medicine Program in Hurricane, WV. Putnam General Hospital features 68 licensed bedsincluding 6 ICU beds. The average daily census is 10-20 patients. The program includes Monday thruFriday 12-hour mid-level coverage. Be an integral part of the set-up and decision-making processes ofthe program from it’s inception.

Team Health offers cutting-edge bedside technology for efficient patient care. TeamHealth providessupport staff so you can focus on what you enjoy - patient care. The offer includes paid professionalliability insurance with tail coverage, flexible schedule, employee status with competitive compensa-tion. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to be affiliated with a patient-focused, physician-ledgroup that credits its success to teamwork, integrity, and innovation.

The hospital located in Putnam County is conveniently located between Charleston (state capitol) 20miles to the east and Huntington 25 miles to the west. These are the two largest cities in West Virginia.The area is known for its beautiful scenery and is only a short distance from world-renowned skiing,whitewater rafting and numerous other outdoor activities.

Health Care Alliance, Inc, and Smoky Mountain Emergency Services, Inc, Team Health affiliates, areseeking a full time BC/BE Internal Medicine physician to join their teams. Full Time InternalMedicine opportunity in Welch, West Virginia area Must be BC/BE IM with excellent clinical andinterpersonal skills Competitive compensation, paid professional liability insurance with tail cov-erage No travel required



WELLSPANHEALTHSouthcentral Pennsylvania

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Wellspan HealthLaura Myers, Physician [email protected] www.wellspan.org

HOSPITALISTS...

WellSpan Health has openings for BC/BE internal medicine physicians to join our growing hospital-ist program.We have been rated a ''Top 100'' integrated health system and are Central Pennsylvania´srecognized leader in health care delivery.

Current opportunities exist at both our Gettysburg and York Hospitals.

We offer physicians the opportunity for growth, both personally and professionally. Our salary iscompetitive and benefits are outstanding and include a fully funded pension plan.

We are located in a suburban environment where people are friendly, the economy is healthy anddiverse, and the public schools are excellent. York was recently ranked as one of the ''Top 100 BestPlaces to Live'' by CNN/Money magazine. Within a 50-mile radius, there are twelve colleges and uni-versities that add to the cultural interest of this region. BALTIMORE'S/DC'S METRO OPTIONSARE LESS THAN AN HOUR'S DRIVE.

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YAKIMA VALLEYFARM WORKERSCLINICToppenish, WA

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:YVFWC, HR DepartmentP.O. Box 190Toppenish, WA 98948509-865-6175, ext. 2284509-865-2891 [email protected]

NORTHWEST IM/PEDS OPPORTUNITY

We are a 20 provider, primary care group (IM, Peds, Med/Peds(1) ,Ob/Gyn and FP) delivering com-prehensive care to Hispanic farm workers of the lower Yakima Valley in Toppenish, WA. We are closeto the beautiful Cascade Mts. and Columbia River Gorge. We have a clinic with Dental, Lab and X-ray. Our 30 bed community hospital is 2 blocks away. We are recruiting an Internal Medicine/Pediatricphysician to work with 3 other FPs and 4 mid-level providers in our Family Medicine dept. Workresponsibilities include pediatric and adult call and hospital care, occasional evenings and Saturdaysin clinic. Hospital call would involve participation in a call rotation with 4 internists and 4 pediatri-cians who are part of the clinic staff. We emphasize teamwork and share the workload equally. Wehave an excellent clinic administrator. Loan repayment may be available. Some of us have been withthis community health center for over 30 years. We are committed to delivering care to an underserved community of Hispanic farm workers and their families as well as the local farming commu-nity. If the prospect of joining this team excites you, contact us at: YVFWC, HR Department, P.O.Box 190, Toppenish, WA 98948, or phone: (509) 865-6175, ext. 2284, fax (509) 865-2891, email:[email protected] or visit our web site: www.yvfwc.com

VALLEY VIEWREGIONAL HOSPITALAda, OK

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Valley View Regional HospitalMisse Walden, Physician [email protected]

Valley View Regional Hospital is seeking a licensed Internist to join our medical staff full-time.Opportunities for a Hospitalist are also available. An $180,000.00 financial guarantee, along with asign-on bonus, marketing expenses, and relocation costs will be offered to the successful candidate.Educational assistance may also be an option.

Valley View Regional Hospital, located in Ada, Oklahoma, is a not-for-profit organization that hasbeen providing health care since 1938. Our 167-bed regional facility continually upgrades equipmentand technology, allowing us to surpass other rural hospitals and some metro hospitals. We offer stateof the art diagnostic services such as a CT, closed MRI, and an Open Air MRI. Valley View is fullyaccredited by JCAHO and our laboratory is CAP accredited. We also offer 24-hour emergency roomphysician coverage. We serve a ten-county area with a population of approximately 150,000.

Ada is a progressive, quality-oriented community nestled amongst the rolling hills of southeasternOklahoma with a population of 16,000. The uniqueness of the community makes Ada one ofOklahoma's premier cities. Ada offers big-city amenities, such as a four-year university and a thrivingbusiness community, yet is small enough to be cozy, providing a safe place to raise a family.

To learn more about our practice opportunity, please contact Misse Walden, Physician Recruiter, viae-mail at [email protected] or by calling (580) 421-1402. For additional information concerningthe hospital, access www.valleyviewregional.com and for more information on the community, accesswww.adaok.com.


Port Jervis,Warwick, andSuffern, NYBons Secours Charity Health System,a group of three (3) hospitals located inSuffern, Port Jervis and Warwick, N.Y.is seeking Internal Medicine physiciansfor employed and group practices.

Arlene Marcellaro, FMSD, EFPM, CAPPMRegional Director of Physician DevelopmentTEL: (888) 326-9116E-MAIL: [email protected] Chaoui, CPPM, Dir. Physician ServicesTEL: (888) 326-9116, FAX: (845) 987-5619E-MAIL: [email protected]. Alverno Center, 20 Grand St. East Building,Warwick, NY 10990 Website: www.bschs.org

HOSPITALIST

Aspirus Wausau Hospital seeks BC/BE Internistsfor our program at 321-bed hospital in Central

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Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Group is looking for General Internists to join a 90 member primary care medical group. We are looking for Board Certified/Eligible Internists

with excellent clinical and communication skills.

ABOUT SAINT ALPHONSUS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTERState-of-the-art 381 bed Regional Medical and Surgical CenterAdvanced surgical specialties of General, Vascular, Orthopaedic, Neurological and Cardiac MedicineComprehensive Cancer Treatment Center and Maternal Fetal/Neonatal CenterRegionally acclaimed Diagnostic Radiology Services Regional Level II Trauma CenterService area population of 500,000 plus

Busy schedule from day oneTraditional General Internal Medicine practice

Strong Collegial atmosphereVerifiable community need

Stable, well-established administrationThis position offers competitive salary and benefits.

For more information about these exceptional opportunities, contact: Mary Beth Cooper at 1-800-309-5388, fax CV to 208-367-7964 or e-mail [email protected]

www.saintalphonsus.orgThis position does not qualify for J1 visa wavier applicants.

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Step1: Preparation

If you're a 2006 graduate and you think finding a job is somethingyou won't need to worry about until next year - you're wrong!

Start now to avoid the pressure that builds as graduation nears.Assemble the basics: A CV, education about the market andscanned documents to expedite the credentialing process.

Keep your CV simpleIf you're just graduating from your first program, education,accomplishments, and honors will be the theme. Include dates(month and year) to make it easy for the reader to follow your CV'stimeline. If there is a time gap explain that in the cover letter.

A 12 point font is sufficient. Bold and underline sparingly tohighlight key points. Allow plenty of space around each section.Make sure it is error free - have a non-medical person read it forunderstanding. Use action words to describe your skills. Makesure you list "board eligible". Above all - have an electronic ver-sion that is universal - such as Adobe Acrobat. Always includeemail and then always check your email.

Cover letters should say what your CV doesn't -- the type and sizeof practice you are looking for, type of patient population thatattracts you, and any special interests that are not otherwise read-ily apparent. Address the letter to the person receiving your CV(this shows you did your homework).

Primary and specialty job availability can vary geographicallyEducate yourself. Check out your society's or State's website.MOM (Medical Opportunities in Michigan at www.mimom.org) lists opportunities from hospitals by state and region from, notonly Michigan but Ohio, Pennsylvania and Indiana. You cansend your CV directly to the job or post it publicly. From this youwill get an idea of locations, type of practice, hours and evensalary and benefits. This is also the time to identify any job fairsin your area. Medical societies frequently offer opportunities tomeet recruiters one-on-one during lunch or half day session.

Scan your credentials Keep diplomas, certificates, licenses, etc. in a file that you useEVERY time you apply for a position or to a third party payer.The credentialing process can take from 3-6 months and serious-ly impact your start date. If you're going to relocate you may,inadvertently, pack needed paperwork. Scanning or filing keydocuments now will save time when you need it.

As a rule, there are two recruitment cycles. Many positions areposted in September and hired by November with a second waveof openings in January and filled by March. It is generallyassumed by recruiters, that the more serious (and therefore moredesirable) candidates start early. Some simple preparation nowwill assure you're part of that group!

Step 2: Ready, Set, Interview!!

Over the next few months you'll probably interview more thanyou will any other time in your life. For you, this is an opportu-nity to land that perfect job. For the interviewer it's a chance todetermine why you should be hired over anyone else.

To be successful you'll need to ooze self confidence (not arro-gance), high energy, initiative, and good interpersonal skills.They'll want to know how you handle conflict, accept responsi-bility and, above all, if you have leadership potential.

Start by identifying your goals. Prepare answers to the standardquestions you know you will get that refer to your training, com-petence and ultimate career path. Know your strengths, weak-nesses, reasons you want this job and something about youremployer. Be prepared to discuss these - rehearse with someoneif necessary. If you're the nervous type remember that, while theyare interviewing you, you are also interviewing them.

Beware the most common pitfalls!Never submit a sloppy or error laden CV Never be lateAvoid the limp handshake. (Cultivate a strong, look-your-interviewer-in-the-eye handshake)Don't be arrogantNEVER speak ill of past employers or make excuses for pastbehavior

Capitalize on the little things! Courtesy - remember even the secretary in the waiting room isinterviewing youDress well - Choose at least two interview outfits, rememberyou WANT to be invited back. Nails should be clean andshort, hair groomed and simple, no perfume or aftershave (justin case there's an allergic interviewer) and avoid bright colorsGive complete answers that are short and pithy Arrive a "little" early (too early and you become an interruption)Show interest, lean forward slightly and don't fidget

Rehearse the common questions Question(Q): Tell me about yourself. Answer(A): Highlight your accomplishments

Q: What are your weaknesses? A: Give a thoughtful answer such as: " I tend to work independ-ently and some times may not ask for help when I need it."Demonstrate your self-awareness

Q: Do you have any questions for me? A: YES! ALWAYS YES!

Finding the Perfect JobBy Ann Korinek, Physician Recruiter, Henry Ford Medical GroupReprinted with Permission of the Author

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If you know of something that negatively impacts your applica-tion, don't wait for it to come up - address it first. For example, ifyou can't commit to a long-term position because of a spouse intraining, suggest that hiring you now will instill loyalty to thepractice and/or hospital in the event you BOTH end up staying inthe area.

Finally, if the interview isn't going well consider: Asking theinterviewer some questions. Clarify that you're on the right trackwith your answer. Smile and, if all else fails, keep in mind that youmay not be the reason the interviewer is having a bad day.

Step 3: Benefit Terminology

If you're like most residents or fellows you haven't given muchthought to the benefits you have. As you hunt for your new job,however, you have the opportunity to "shop" your benefits and seewhat's available. Learning some simple terminology will help.

Malpractice Insurance Terms There are two types: "Occurrence" and "Claims Made". The dif-ferences are important. "Occurrence" coverage is for all malprac-tice cases that arise while you are working in your practice or afteryou leave. "Claims made", on the other hand, only covers youwhile you are working in the practice and you must pay for "tailcoverage" to continue the insurance after you leave.

If you are offered "claims made" insurance, make sure you ask thecost to continue the tail coverage when you leave the practice.This will be an important part of any exit strategy when you lookfor your next position. "Tail coverage" is also referred to as "nosecoverage" when you are joining a practice and have these pay-ments from your previous malpractice coverage.

Health Insurance Terms COBRA: When you leave a job, you and your dependents havethe right to continue health and dental coverage through theConsolidated Omnibus Reconciliation Act (COBRA) for up toeighteen (18) months. Before you leave residency check to seewhat this will cost. If your new employer doesn't provide imme-diate health or dental coverage, you may need to sign up forCOBRA in the interim.

Ask at your new position if there is a "qualifying period". (This isthe length of time you need to be on the job before the benefitstarts.) If there is a lag between beginning practice and coverageyou may be able to maintain coverage through COBRA.

Ask your new employed about "pre-existing conditions". Someinsurances will not cover medical conditions for which you havereceived previous treatment. This term may also apply to a pre-existing medical condition such as a pregnancy. Having this infor-mation can save you from unexpected medical expenses.

Salary Terminology Having salary "at risk" is very common. When you are consideringan opportunity, make sure you understand what the expectations arefor productivity, patient satisfaction, and any other quality or pro-

ductivity measures. Failing to meet these requirements can result ina portion of your salary being reduced ("at risk"). By the sametoken, if you exceed expectations you may receive and incentive.

Contract Terms While not always easy to enforce, many practices include a "non-compete clause" in their contract. Generally this clause is addedto protect the current practice. The clause will prohibit you frompracticing within a certain radius from the current practice (ie: 10miles) for a certain period of time (ie: three years). You can askto have this clause removed from the document, but if it's not, beprepared to comply with the requirement. As with any new endeavor, learning the terminology is critical tosuccess. While this is not a comprehensive list of terms, you willfind that familiarity with these simple phrases will help as younegotiate your first offer. Read information thoroughly and askquestions when in doubt.

About the Author: Ann Korinek has been a physicianrecruiter with the Henry Ford Health System for 15 years.She developed the very successful centralized physicianrecruitment model currently used by the 900 physician HenryFord Medical Group to recruit 90-100 physicians annuallywhich has all but eliminated the Group's reliance on outsiderecruitment firms. Ann conducts annual job hunting

seminars for the Medical Group's residents and fellows while supportingleadership executive search efforts. She received her B.A. in PublicRelations from Wayne State University. Contact Ms. Korinek at (313) 874-4697 or [email protected].

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Beyond Residency: A Look at the Present Day Market forPhysician EmploymentBy Dave Pierpont, President and CEO of Stonebridge & Company. Reprinted with Permission of the Author

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Today it's no secret, physicians are in short supply.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) there will be atotal of 212,000 physician openings by the year 2014 due togrowth and net replacement of retiring physicians. This numberrepresents more than 25% of the current physician work force. Itis important to note, as well, that the BLS statistics do not factorin the other outside influences, such as the tightening restrictionsaround immigration which may impact the potential supply ofInternational Medical Graduates who account for more than 22%of the physician labor force, or the increasing subspecialization inphysician training which delays "time to market" year over yearfor graduating residents.

In traditional economic theory, applying the law of supply anddemand, the shortfall in physician supply would bode well fornewly graduating Residents. Entering the workforce you wouldanticipate the stronger the need (tighter the supply) the higher theprice (salary) which may be offered. Unfortunately, the health caremarket is an anomaly, where the rising costs to provide care are notbalanced by increased reimbursement. And medical practices, hos-pitals and health systems alike are challenged to find new ways towork smarter and deal with the bottom-line while providing ade-quate access to and quality of care for the communities they serve.

So why is this important to you as you consider your employmentoptions? Primarily, because understanding the broader issues yourpotential employer faces, market to market, will enable you to bestnegotiate a contractual agreement which will ensure you maintaina professional/personal life balance, while attaining the greatestpotential financial earnings.

Important Things to Consider When EvaluatingPotential EmploymentWhat is your primary goal in taking this position? The majority ofemployers with whom you speak will want your goal to be longterm. Though this may not always be realistic based on your cur-rent personal situation. For example, if you have a partner who isfinishing training, and upon completion you are fairly certain youwill be moving out of the area. This presents a short term goal foryou to discuss - and there is nothing wrong with this. Be upfrontwith the employer, while staying may become an option, right nowmoving on in a year to a different geography is your focus. This doesnot mean you will not work hard to build a practice or fulfill clini-cal duties. Positioning it upfront, however, enables the employer toplan accordingly, continuing to search for a long term hire whileyou are in practice. Be forewarned though, this type of arrangementmay not be suitable for all practices, and the fairest option may beto explore a hospital or academically based position which is moreapt to look favorably upon your needs.

What is the goal of the practice in hiring you? Is the practice inexpansion-mode, needing a new associate to meet increasingpatient demands? Or are you replacing a physician, and if so why?Has there been significant turnover at the practice? Is there aplanned retirement? And if a retirement is planned what is thetime to and plan for transition, and how will this impact thegrowth of your patient panel? Has the practice or affiliated hospi-tal conducted a physician-community needs assessment recently?These types of studies are regularly performed now as the FederalGovernment seeks to monitor the level of relationship betweenhospitals and ensure proper access of care to patients. Should thepractice and hospital be aligned in the recruitment, it will beimportant to understand the relationship of the practice to thehospital and the overall growth strategy of the hospitals as itrelates to physicians. In these latter situation, where a hospital isplaying a significant role in supporting community or even hospi-tal owned practices, you want to be certain that the hiring goals orfocus will not saturate the market making it difficult to build-up apractice. Ideally, you should get a sense of everyone who is hiringin the market (in you area of specialty) to truly determine anyshort-term impacts on your success.

What is the payor mix, reimbursement rate and percent of collec-tions for the practice? More important than "salary", which formany private practices and a growing number of employed hospi-tal positions is simply offered as a first year safety net, these threefactors will determine your earning potential well into the future- even at partnership levels. Evaluating these areas now will helpyou identifying some key features - is the practice currently runefficiently? Is the support staff appropriate for the number ofphysicians in the practice? How many patients will you need to seeto produce target revenue levels? What is the current overhead ofthe practice? While overhead is typically assessed as a percentageof revenue, it is simpler to understand it as a whole dollar figure,rolling all cost elements into the assessment and subtracting themfrom collected revenue to get the "real" picture on profit. Requestthis information for at least a three month period of time - it willbe most accurate if the snapshot does not included the summermonths or typical cold and flu season.

Approaching your job search by evaluating the broader factorswhich determine the long-term viability of the employment oppor-tunity is best for both you and the practice. Let's face it, inherent-ly you know the location where you want to be - it usually hassome level of tie back to you through family, a personal or profes-sional connection. We can also agree that anybody seeking a newposition wants the highest offer possible. The reality is, however,while the landscape of physician "employment" is continuallychanging, the fundamental basis for clinical opportunities into theforeseeable future will be production oriented. Basing decisions onsimply an initial salary offer is a short-sighted strategy which mayleave you with fewer options than reasonably expected.

A good rule of thumb, narrow down your top two locations bygeography, interview three to four times in both areas to get a truesense of the market. Evaluate the pros and cons, assess the longrange viability of the practice . Then make the decision that willbe best for you over the next five or more years.

About the author - Dave Pierpont is President and CEO ofStonebridge & Company a national healthcare consultingfirm, focused in the areas physician network development,practice development and marketing, and healthcare searchand placement. Prior to founding Stonebridge & Company,Mr. Pierpont spent eighteen years in the roles of Director,Medical Staff Development at Saint Mary's Health System

in Waterbury, Connecticut and Senior Vice President, at two nationalphysician placement firms. Contact Dave at Stonebridge & Company, 203-256-1185 or [email protected], www.stonebridgecompany.org

How to Select the Right Practice Opportunity...By Paul Hiltz, Vice President, Physician Services and Debbie Mancini, Regional Director, Physician Services Mercy Health Partners ofSouthwest Ohio. Reprinted with Permission of the Authors

Introduction Selecting the right practice opportunity can be over-whelming whether you are just coming out of residency or mov-ing from an established practice. By following these steps, youcan make the process a little more manageable.

Pre-Visit Before you begin contacting other practices or head-hunters, it is important for you to decide what you want. Thatmay sound obvious, but many physicians have never taken thetime to decide where (geographically) they would most like to live,which may be the most important question to start with.

After location, focus your attention on things such as group size.Are you interested in a small or large group? This will have impli-cations for your call schedule. How often would you be comfort-able being on call?

You will also want to think about whether you want a hospitalpractice or whether you would prefer to turn patients over to aHospitalist group.

How about nursing homes? Do you feel comfortable coveringnursing homes for other members of your practice? Or wouldyou rather not do this? Be honest!

Finally, consider your productivity. How busy would you like to be?How many patients per day do you feel comfortable seeing? “Busy”means different things to different people. Think through all of thesethings prior to interviewing with a group.

The Visit Pay attention to and look for group chemistry as one of the mostimportant factors in selecting a practice. Remember that pickinga physician partner is not like a marriage, it is a marriage. Yourphysician partner or partners will help determine your financialand professional future. You will also be spending a large amountof your waking hours with your physician partners.Pay attention to the general environment. What is the generalatmosphere of the practice? What is the group’s style and effi-ciency of handling patients? Does it appear to be well managed?Learn about the structure of the group from a legal, financialand decision-making standpoint.Ask questions about the group’s expectations of the newphysician. How busy does the group expect you to be, andhow quickly? How does the group plan to promote the newphysician to build the practice?

After all of the above questions are answered to your satisfaction,you can begin to investigate the compensation package includingsalary, bonus, benefits and other perks of the job. Ideally, groupswill be able to answer these questions, but don’t be surprised ifthey have a hard time getting specific with their answers. Manygroups have not added a new practitioner for a while and have notthought through the details of their particular offering.

Additional Thoughts on the Interview The following tips will helpmake your visit more successful:

Pay attention to your appearance. Many groups get immedi-ately turned off by a great clinician simply because that clini-cian is dressed unprofessionally or too casually. Rememberthat you are being interviewed for a six-figure job, and yourpotential employer wants to make sure that you will upholdtheir reputation. Be sure to be on time.Rehearse your talking points so you can cover your philosophyof care, give some background on your clinical training andyour work ethic.

As you wind up the visit, get clarity on the decision-makingprocess. Find out who will be making the decision and in whattime frame. Determine who your main point of contact will beand let them know what your decision-making process is.

Settle on the general business terms before going to the time andexpense of hiring an attorney. Once the general business termshave been agreed to, you should expect a formal, legal contractthat you can review with your attorney. Don’t make the mistakeof trying to save on legal fees by doing this yourself. For a fewhundred dollars up front, with good legal advice, you can avoidmajor complications and headaches down the road.

Following these few simple steps should make your selectionprocess easier. If you would like to contact us with specific ques-tions, feel free to do so by either e-mail or telephone.

About the Authors. Paul Hiltz, MHA(Masters in Healthcare Administrationfrom Xavier University); VP Physician Services, Mercy Health PartnersSouthwest Ohio; 20 years experience in hospital and physician grouppractice administration; Memberships: American College of HealthcareExecutives; Medical Group Management Association. Contact Info:[email protected], 513-981-6375

Debbie Mancini, CMSR; Regional Director of Physician Services MercyHealth Partners Southwest Ohio; 10 years experience in physician group prac-tice operations and physician recruitment and retention; Memberships: TheAmerican Academy of Medical Management & Association of Staff PhysicianRecruiters.. Contact Info: [email protected], 513-981-6375

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Residents, fellows, and physicians in all specialties are invited to attend upcomingCareerMD.com Career Fairs in cities across the country. Meet potential employers face-to-face and learn about career opportunities. Even if you are only in your first or second yearof training, employers want to meet you now!

Employers will be coming from all parts of the country to attend upcoming CareerMD.com CareerFairs in the following cities:

St. Louis, MO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Tuesday, July 11, 2006 . . . . . . . . . . . . .5PM until 9PMWashington, DC . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Wednesday, July 19, 2006 . . . . . . . . . .5:30PM until 9:30PMAtlanta, GA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Tuesday, August 8, 2006 . . . . . . . . . . .5PM until 9PMDallas, TX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Thursday, September 7, 2006 . . . . . . . .5PM until 9PMMilwaukee, WI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Saturday, September 16, 2006 . . . . . . .12PM until 4PMSeattle, WA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Date to be announcedCleveland, OH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Date to be announcedIndianapolis, IN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Saturday, October 21, 2006 . . . . . . . . .1PM until 5PMMiami, FL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Thursday, October 26, 2006 . . . . . . . . .5PM until 9PMCincinnati, OH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Saturday, November 4, 2006 . . . . . . . .1PM until 5PM

Vist www.CareerMD.com/careerfairs.shtm for updated information about other upcoming eventsin San Francisco, New Haven, Boston, Chicago, Houston and Philadelphia

Residents, fellows & physicianswho wish to attend any of theseevents should RSVP to Lindsey

Miller by phone at (800) 355-2626 or by email:

[email protected]

There is no cost for job-seekingresidents, fellows, & physicians

to attend

Unable to attend, but inter-ested in learning more?

If you are unable to attend aCareerMD.com Career Fair but

would like to have your CV circu-lated among participating

employers, you may send it viaemail to [email protected]

Register to Attend

Employers & Recruiters:Register to exhibit at upcoming

CareerMD.com Career Fairswhile space is still available! For

more information, contactCharles Howell by phone at (800)

355-2626 or by email:[email protected]

Register to Exhibit

Feedback from Attendees at Past CareerMD.com Career Fairs

“I am glad to have been part of the career fair inNew York. It was a great venue for me to get incontact with future opportunities. I think it was awell-organized and well-planned event.”

“As a first-year fellow who did not actively seekopportunities outside academia during residen-cy, this event was an excellent way to meet withindividuals in the community and introducemyself more to the possibility of practice outsideof the university setting. I thought it was a goodsize event (not too many or too few people totalk with), and that the individuals I met withwere quite knowledgeable about the situation intheir community (even beyond their own institu-tions).”

“The Career Fair was very helpful in my searchfor an Addiction Psychiatry position. I was ableto network, get tips on geographical locationsand current hospitals of interest.”

"The Career Fair was an excellent gatheringfor Residents and Fellows. Specifically, it pro-vided an opportunity to meet with numerousprospective employers under one roof and achance to have our CV's distributed to so manyplaces at the same time. I hope you will make itan annual event in the future."

“Just wanted to thank you for the great job fairthat you and CareerMD.com organized here inBoston. I found excellent opportunities and infor-mation from all the employers. Thanks a lot!”

“Thanks for organizing the career fair. I enjoyedit and I got to meet a lot of prospective employ-ers - I have contacted two since that time. Spacewas well-distributed, and I also appreciate thatyou sent out a list of which hospitals were look-ing for which spots, so I could read in advanceand focus my search.”

“Thank you for the invitation to the excellentlyplanned and well-run recruitment fair. The expe-rience was more than I had ever expected. Ispent a lot of time with the recruiters in FamilyPractice and I was able to establish a networkand introduce myself to these people. I also metmany folks of Hospitalists groups and mingledwith them also.”

About CareerMD.com

CareerMD.com is a career-planning website for medical students, residents, fellows and physicians offering free access to infor-mation about training and employment opportunities all over the country. CareerMD.com publishes the CAREER INSIGHTS Guidesand free monthly electronic newsletters for job-seeking residents, fellows, and physicians. Visit the CareerMD.com website tolearn more about how to locate employment and training opportunities online.career

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