The MultiCare Health System Omak Rural Training Program combines the benefits of an urban, established Family Medicine program with hands-on, real-world rural continuity experience.
Top 5 Reasons to Apply
- Innovative longitudinal curriculum integrating outpatient and inpatient training into a daily schedule that mirrors the life of a practicing rural family physician
- Primary care experience at a FQHC specializing in care of an underserved rural population, including a large proportion of non-English speakers
- Team-based care incorporating behavioral health services, peer-counselor supported medication assisted treatment (MAT), naturopathic medicine, obstetrics & women’s care, case management and collaboration with FHC dental providers
- Affordable living in an area where you will know patients and become embedded in your community
- World class outdoor recreation with a National Park, renowned cross-country and back country skiing, road and mountain biking, fishing and foraging opportunities on vast areas of public lands, and much more!
Meet the Program Director
Dr. Watrin is the Program Director for the MultiCare Health System (Omak) Rural Training Program. He’s spent over 30 years of his career teaching full-spectrum Family Medicine, including 10 years as a Program Director at Tacoma Family Medicine.
Living in Omak
Omak is nestled in the heart of the beautiful Okanogan Valley in Washington. Home to just over 4,700 residents, Omak boasts four seasons and outdoor recreation like no other.
MultiCare Health System (Omak) Rural Training Program - In the News
Check out the Guest editorial in the Yakima Herald-Republic: The critical need to invest in rural health care