(Mar 7, 2024) – Due to long-standing challenges with provider staffing, Adventist Health Tillamook has announced the closure of its medical offices in Sheridan, Welches and Lincoln City. These closures are due to the years-long efforts and difficulty recruiting qualified providers in these rural communities. “We have faced significant challenges with not only recruiting but retaining providers in these areas, even working with national and renown recruiting firms with a high track record of success have not helped the situation,” said Eric Swanson, President of Adventist Health Tillamook. The clinic in Lincoln City will close on April 12, Hoodland in Welches on April 1, and Sheridan on March 17. This decision comes after implementing solutions such as utilizing temporary (locum) agency providers.
All affected associates and providers have been notified and will be offered to apply for employment opportunities within the Adventist Health system, including positions local to their current locations. Swanson emphasizes, “This decision reflects no shortfall in the dedication or service of our affected associates. We are immensely grateful for their unwavering commitment to our mission.” He also assures that the organization‘s leadership is focused on navigating these changes with the utmost care and support for everyone involved. Adventist Health Tillamook remains dedicated to its mission and is confident in the resilience of its team to navigate these changes. The organization will continue to provide high-quality care and support the health and well-being of the communities it serves in Tillamook County, Vernonia and Estacada.
The closure dates and last day for staff at each location are as follows:
• Sheridan clinic will close on March 17, 2024, last day for clinical staff in office April 1, 2024.
• Hoodland clinic (Welches, Oregon) will close on April 1, 2024, last day for clinical staff in office April 15, 2024.
• Lincoln City clinic will close on April 12, 2024, last day for clinical staff in office May 1, 2024.
