To prospective teammates,

I’m the medical director for Shenandoah Memorial Hospital, located in beautiful Woodstock, Virginia. I have proudly been a part of Sound Physicians for five years. I welcome interest from physicians and advanced practice providers (APPs) coming out of training or desiring a career change. I want to share more about it, specifically about our people, practice, and purpose, as you consider your next steps:

People

• We are a tight-knit, established team of three physicians, with the support of a clinical performance nurse. Our group consists of two-day and one-night physicians who care about and focus on quality patient-centered care. We focus on a team environment focused on patient care.
• Our group consists of providers who have been practicing with us for over ten years and others who will look forward to celebrating their second year with us.
• In this hospital and community, you have a close-knit group of people who genuinely love working with each other, which shows. With this underserved community, you can make a real difference in improving health care and improving the systems for patient care in the community.
• Our hospital partners have a fantastic level of collaboration that encourages you to participate substantially in committees. It is an environment of inclusion to help make decisions for the well-being of patients and is part of hospital policy.
• In the beautiful Shenandoah Valley, there is ample opportunity for outdoor fun. Come kayak in the local rivers and lakes or hike in the gorgeous Shenandoah National Park. Within 1 hour, there is skiing, snowboarding, and tubing at Massanutten Resort. We are also a reasonable drive to Northern Virginia and Washington, DC.
• We proudly sponsor H1B and J1 visa candidates, and Sound has excellent in-house visa specialists and our licensing and credentialing experts. All required filing fees for the visa are paid, and services are covered by Sound.

Practice

• We welcome the challenge of complex cases, working in a critical access hospital with a united group of providers. There is an open four-bed critical care step-down unit. Procedures are not required but can be performed. Working closely with our system and consultants, we regularly enjoy the challenge of complex cases.
• We convene monthly for team meetings where we have close ties and communication with hospital administration.
• With a preference for family and outdoor time, a flexible schedule allows us to cover for each other when needed.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, long- and short-term disability, 401k with match, paid medical malpractice and tail coverage, and annual CME allowance.

Purpose

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

Woodstock, Virginia, is a great place to live due to its charming small-town atmosphere, picturesque scenery nestled in the Shenandoah Valley, and a strong sense of community. Residents enjoy a rich historical heritage, outdoor recreational opportunities, and a peaceful lifestyle, making it an ideal destination for those seeking a balance between tranquility and community engagement.

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

David Htoon-Boehme, MD
Medical Director, Shenandoah Memorial Hospital